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Avatar for High Tech Concrete & Excavation, Inc
High Tech Concrete & Excavation, Inc
4.9(
36
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Serving Chappaqua, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"High Tech Concrete&Excavation wow! The experience of a life time. Donna, Jimmy and company . I would recommend this company for any job needed. Their work is impeccable they are on point with all your needs. All questions answered they go over and beyond. TRUE PROFESSIONALS!!"
Commercial flat work NYC
Flat work in NYC
Flat work in NYC
Flat work in NYC
Flat work in NYC

+167

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Terra Ferma Contracting, LLC
4.6(
70
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Serving Chappaqua, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Great company, lightning fast response with quote. Communicated often on day of drop-off and was there to pick it up first thing on day we asked. Custom built dumpsters which are taller than normal which is very helpful in taking up less space."
Process
Pergola
Unilock pavers outdoor Ligthing
Unilock pavers
Patio

+7

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Optima Environmental Services, Inc.
4.7(
53
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Serving Chappaqua, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience through the estimate and removal process 48 hours ago. Danny, Billy the project managers were complete and professional with several follow-ups to keep me abreast of progress during the permitting and scheduling process. On the removal day, Walker and George were amazing. They had to get the equipment up a slope that started with climbing a 20" stone retaining barrier. miss overhanging tree limbs and work right underneath the power line from the street to my house, Made me nervous for them, but their work in removing residual oil, and the oil tank itself progressed smoothly with no mishaps. I will recommend this company to anyone in need but especially anyone with tight space or difficult terrain."
Before
During
During 2
Underground Removal
Backfilled to Grade

+2

Response time2 days
Response rate87%
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Villa and Sons Construction, Inc.
Villa and Sons Construction, Inc.
4.1(
85
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Serving Chappaqua, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Excellent and professional work. Even when surprises surfaced throughout the project, Frank and the team handled everything very professional. Would hire again!"
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving

+140

Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC
C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC
4.1(
150
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Serving Chappaqua, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony and his crew did an excellent job they removed the old oil tank and replaced it with a new tank. They also removed all the old lines and replaced them and cleaned up all the debris."
Residental Oil Tank Removal
Locate buried tanks
Aboveground Oil Tank Installation
Response time1 day
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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New England Environmental Services, Inc.
4.8(
97
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Serving Chappaqua, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company to work with. It was our second time our family has used them for projects and they completed the project exactly as planned. I would recommend them to anyone who needs an underground oil tank replaced with above ground tanks."
550 Gal Oil Tank Removal
1
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275 gal AST Install

+7

Response time3 days
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Lilco Construction Inc
5.0(
5
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Serving Chappaqua, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lilco has done numerous jobs here to our Satisfaction. Owner is honest, knowledgeable about various home construction projects and easy to work with. Bring your own vision or let him help you bring a general goal/vision to life. He’s been able to help me troubleshoot with success."
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fredy's Contracting, Inc.
4.4(
19
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Serving Chappaqua, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We could not be happier with our choice of Fredy's Contracting Inc. to complete our patio. Within an hour of our call on a Saturday morning, Fredy's son was at our house measuring our patio. Within 48 hours we had a written bid emailed to us. Work started within the 3 week time-frame we had agreed upon. Jose and his crew excavated (most by hand because of the awkward space) and leveled everything in a day. The next day, they worked through a rainstorm and laid the pavers for our gorgeous patio. We are do-it yourself kind of folks, there is no way we could have done this on our own. Top notch work, professional people, and all done in a timely manner. We will be calling them back for our next job! Highly recommended!! Wendy & Jim Moore"
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+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Chappaqua, 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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