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Precision Drainage & Excavating
5.0(
5
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Serving Attica, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In talking with the owner of the business, who was also on site helping perform the tree & stump removal, I found he and crew will go the extra mile to satisfy the customer and do it all with safety in mind. Tree and stump removal could not have gone better including clean up and topsoil seeding. Dylan and Devan truly enjoy the work they do and take pride in providing a quality job using the appropriate equipment."
Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install
Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install
Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install
Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install
Future 80x100 Shop Pad Install

+29

Response time3 days
Response rate94%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Martinez Land Clearing, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Attica, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Martinez Land Clearing, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today!

Asphalt Driveway
Asphalt Driveway
Asphalt Driveway
Land Clearing
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Custom Excavating
New to Angi

Serving Attica, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Building Site Preparation, Excavation and Major Grading services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time1 day
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Monroe Outdoor Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Attica, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"From initial contact through job completion, Monroe Outdoor Services provided a level of service that is hard to find these days. Colin immediately reached out in March when I needed to have an area of my yard cleared of years of debris. He scheduled a time to come out and view the project, brainstormed with me on ways to keep the costs down, and provided some options. As he didn’t want to tear up my existing lawn with the equipment, we had to wait thru April and May for the yard to be dry enough. The whole time, keeping me posted that he hadn’t forgotten about me and was watching the forecast. As soon as we both agreed that we had the all clear, I was on the schedule immediately. The first day he worked almost 12 hrs! He communicated throughout, making sure that he hadn’t missed anything and that when done, everything was raked up, and to my satisfaction. Colin has an attention to detail and pride in his work that is truly refreshing!"
Inground pool removal
Inground pool removal
demolioion
demolioion
demolioion

+28

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cook Specialty Contracting
5.0(
3
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Serving Attica, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They were very helpful in removing what needed t o be. They gave me their card and told me of other services they offer. Will consider using them this spring"
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
SMH Excavation & Property Maintenance
New to Angi

Serving Attica, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

SMH Excavation & Property Maintenance is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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L&M EXCAVATION AND SNOWPLOWING LLC
New to Angi

Serving Attica, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

L&M excavation and snowplowing LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and\ncraftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide\nour employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

Concrete driveway
Concrete patio
Concrete side walk
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FAQs for excavation projects in Attica, 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.

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