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Clean Collection, Inc.
4.8(
40
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Serving Astoria, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found them to be very friendly and respectful. When they arrived they had a team of people to help complete the task. The gentlemen in charge was a real stand up guy. The work done was demolishing and disposal of a patio. It was made of mostly concrete/cement. Some dirt. The price did fluctuate a bit, but in honesty they had to perform a couple tons of work. Also during this pandemic local businesses have struggled so it was good to support a local business with work. I would recommend them to others in the future."
Queens Backyard
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Water damaged room
Water damaged room

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Elite Piping Solutions
4.8(
49
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Serving Astoria, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was definitely a positive experience and we were very satisfied with the quality of work performed. I would highly recommend Elite Piping Solutions for all your needs. Billy was professional, reliable, knowledgeable and affordable. Rest assured we will be doing more business with him in the future."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DNS Plumbing & Heating
5.0(
14
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Serving Astoria, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I am in a small co-op, and we had a hard time finding a licensed plumber that was helpful and worked with us. We had a collapsed 5 sewer main. He first did a walkthrough, I was told to ask for a camera inspection. He said it was a waste of money. He could tell by the smell. I hired another guy with a camera and said the whole line needed to be replaced. Dan and his guys did a nice job. I first thought his price was high. Then I compared it to other licensed companies. He was noticeably more competitive in his prices. I am grateful I went with him. Did a great job. He even brought an electrician and cement guy to help us out. It was great."
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Belinquete
5.0(
6
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Serving Astoria, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I found David on Angie list and he got back to me immediately. I explained what I needed done and I had an estimate within3 hours. He is very affordable and was able to come the following week. They arrived on time. Very efficient, made sure everything was cleaned up before they left. I will be hiring him again for another project that I will be doing. Definitely hire him, you won't regretting it. You can see in the pictures what a great job he did. Thank you again David"
Response time1 day
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Astoria, NY

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.

The Astoria, NY homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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