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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Brentwood - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for M&W Environmental Solutions LLC
M&W Environmental Solutions LLC
5.0(
13
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or ReplaceWater or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Brentwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Slade is a highly experienced and certified professional excavator. My property is on a huge hill. Slade turned my back yard into a usable, totally flat, 2-tiered work of art! Slade is an “anything is possible” kinda pro, and that’s exactly who I needed, because my HILL was a hot mess. He never wastes time, you will always see him working (very admirable). Slade also made suggestions and advised me well on several occasions that saved me a considerable amount of money, and he does a lot more than just excavation. He ran all my gutters into the ground and installed dry wells for them. If you need someone with precision, expertise, and reliability, then seriously, look no further. This was our favorite contractor by far."
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+24

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Digworx Services Inc.
Digworx Services Inc.
4.9(
59
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Brentwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend Slade and his company! He was extremely professional, arrived on time and did a fantastic job. It even rained the day he was supposed to seed for us and he still came in the evening once it stopped so we didn t have to reschedule. Hard workers like Slade are hard to come by."
Sediment load out
Dewatering
Excavation
excavation
Composite road

+88

Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Puppa Group
Puppa Group
4.6(
20
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Brentwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would use Puppa Group for any projects in the future. The owner took the time to explain everything to me and made sure it was perfect when they were done. 2 weeks after the project was complete he even came by to make sure there were no more drainage issues! 5 stars all around. If you need drainage, site prep or grading dont hesiate to call"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC
C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC
4.1(
151
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or ReplaceWater or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Brentwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C2G did a great job with replacing a buried oil tank with an above ground Roth tank. They were in on time, came prepared and completed the job quickly. They were also the only company that we came by that offered to remove the abandoned tank too."
Residental Oil Tank Removal
Locate buried tanks
Aboveground Oil Tank Installation
Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for A-1 Tank Removals and Installations
A-1 Tank Removals and Installations
4.6(
222
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

Serving Brentwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired A-1 Tank Removals and Installations to replace my leaky oil tank located in my basement. A-1 is a 3 generation family owned business. Service was excellent. Joe and his son were very professional. They were on time and very careful to cover my floor and stairs. They were meticulous with their work and everything was completed in about 5 hours. Clean up was also good both in my basement and outside my house."
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Southern Touch Excavation & Landscapes
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Brentwood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are 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. \n

Response time5 days
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FAQs for excavation projects in Brentwood, 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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