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Alternative Petroleum Services, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Allentown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sal and his polite crew did an excellent professional job excavating our 500gal LP tank and even returned to dump extra load of crushed stone into hole Free Of Charge and regrading top soil and lawn so we didn't have to worry about water collection attracting insects or us falling due to fact our rocky soil required 2 full loads of crushed rocks to make it level. We highly recommend Alternative Petroleum Services and personally refer straight talking Sal, Maria and their construction crew to neighbors and anyone considering excavation or other services they provide. You will be happy, just like us, as finding reliable polite contractors is not easy as we know well after having hundreds come to do work on our home and yard since we had house built in 1998. If you value polite and thorough contractors then Sal and his team are the way to go! ð ð Best - John & Esty Muench ð ð ð ¤"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
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Improved Earth, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Allentown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were great!! Rick and his helper were friendly, professional and at a fair price. Rick gave other options to what I was looking for that saved me money. He gave what he promised in the time frame he quoted. They also went above and beyond by offering their help when I needed an extra hand moving a heavy truck cap. They were happy to help. I was so happy with the result of their work I would highly recommend them to anyone. Thank you Rick!!!"
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Colt's Property Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Allentown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Colt’s property service has done multiple projects for me and has done a good job with all of them. Most recently he regraded underneath my deck. And replaced the old footings. It was very tight and tricky to get a machine in, but he managed with no problems. Would definitely recommend going forward."
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MTG Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Allentown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Performed the stump removal in a timely manner. Regraded the area Made recommendations to finish the area"
Firepit
Loose Fill/Gravel
Block Retaining Wall w/ Steps & Landing Masonr
Masonry Project - Before
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+23

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
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JLS Landscaping and Lawncare
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Serving Allentown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were great and took a lot of time when giving their quote. I would have used this service, but got a better quote."
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Response time12 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Allentown, PA

Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.

When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.

Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.

If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.

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