Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
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Emergency services offered
"Great customer service did the work in a timely manor great communication throughout the project"
Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2006
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"Will and his crew did a great job removing large trees and stump grinding and at a super price. These guys are quick, courteous, and professional. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire them again. Give them a call, you’ll be glad you did."
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Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2003
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Customers say: True professional
"Lawrence was an excellent contractor, he contacted and coordinated with the gas company and with Galloway co-op. He checked in regularly with me and even tried to get a temporary tank when it was discovered that my propane levels would not last until the delivery date. He wasted no time and came early to start excavation a day before delivery and that a great job burying and leveling the Earth after the tank was installed. Very professional, would recommend."
Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas
Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1986
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"They do a good job."
Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"I would recommend Joe to do all construction needs clean, sufficient, and professional!!!!’"
Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Projects done the right way every time on time! Extremely efficient with open communication all the time!"
Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Excellent service, was able to take down a very tall tree with rotten limbs hanging over my barn and garden shed."
Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
Free estimates
"Job was completed quickly and fixed the drainage issue in our yard. The guys were very professional and communicated their progress regularly. We were very happy with the work"
Serving Amsterdam, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
SS Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 8 years of experience serving Schoharie county, NY and surrounding areas. We offer all types of excavation,grading work, brush and land clearing. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
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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