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Avatar for Optima Environmental Services, Inc.
Optima Environmental Services, Inc.
4.7(
53
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Serving Dobbs Ferry, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had our 35 year old buried oil tank removed. We also had Optima Environmental Services install a new 330 gallon above ground oil tank in the basement. I can't say enough good things about this company. From the initial contact with Dan and Kevin, who assessed our needs and prepared the quote with references, to Shelley who coordinates it all, and the actual installers, George and Walker. Everyone was knowledgeable, professional and friendly. All of our questions/concerns were addressed. Optima dealt with getting the necessary permits, having the building inspector on site, the soil tested and will provide the completed documentation, showing the tank is out, the soil is uncontaminated with the closed permit and c. o.. They also left the removal site in excellent condition. It was a true pleasure to work with this company. They are up front and honest about your project. They completed our project on time and without cost overruns. We are very satisfied customers for sure!"
Before
During
During 2
Underground Removal
Backfilled to Grade

+2

Response time2 days
Response rate87%
68 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 Dobbs Ferry, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Frank's crew expanded my driveway footprint, built beautiful stone retaining walls, and finished the job with the best paving work I have seen. A tip of the hat to the crew that was hard working and polite, and who worked through the extremely hot weather of late late August. Best Value out there. Thanks for the great work!"
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving
Driveway Paving

+140

Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Charles Mechanical
5.0(
37
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Serving Dobbs Ferry, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"They arrived promptly. They were able to assess, quickly quote and then replace our water heater all within a couple hours of the initial call. Not only that, the job was done professionally and they even cleaned up afterward. Couldn’t ask for a better experience."
Response time10 hrs
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC
C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC
4.1(
150
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Serving Dobbs Ferry, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Crew arrived on time, performed the work in the estimated time, and did a really good job. They were very neat and left the area clean. I highly recommend C2G."
Residental Oil Tank Removal
Locate buried tanks
Aboveground Oil Tank Installation
Response time1 day
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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New England Environmental Services, Inc.
4.8(
97
)

Serving Dobbs Ferry, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend New England Environmental Services. The process, costs and risks were explained to me in simple and friendly terms resulting in no surprises. In addition, the new tank and excavation site were left in excellent condition."
550 Gal Oil Tank Removal
1
2
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275 gal AST Install

+7

Response time3 days
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Jaguar Paving Corp.
4.4(
7
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Serving Dobbs Ferry, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had are gravel driveway re-graded with additional gravel, along with re-doing our Belgium block apron. We requested several proposals and found ADR PRO BUILDERS LANDSCAPING's to be the most responsive and flexible. We worked with Eligio who was knowledgeable and responsive to what we were looking to accomplish. He met with us on a Saturday and had a proposal within a few days. His proposal was also very reasonable from a pricing perspective. He started the work on the date he promised and completed his work on a time. He had a sizable crew. I also found it refreshing not to have a long contract loaded with legalize and escape clauses for any responsibility and attaching risks to us related for non payment. ADR had a very straight forward payment requirement. Bottom line we would strongly recommend ADR, and have already done so."
New Asphalt Driveway with a new Edge (Belgian Blocks)
New Asphalt Driveway
New Asphalt Driveway
New Asphalt Driveway
Patio Pavers

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Development Creations
3.6(
36
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Serving Dobbs Ferry, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Victor was referred to us by friends and he did not disappoint. He was not the least expensive option to us but his track record speaks for itself. The planting?s and masonry his crew installed were beyond what we could have imagined. Loving my yard. Don?t hesitate to hire this company. Leo S"
Stone patio
Stone patio
Patio and turf
Excavation
Excavation

+27

92 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Belinquete
5.0(
6
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Serving Dobbs Ferry, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David and his crew were on time , professional, and affordable. The work was beautiful and they cleaned up beyond my expectations. I would definitely hire them again!"
Response time1 day
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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BTJ DEMO LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Dobbs Ferry, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"BTJ demo were great they did an amazing job demoing my old shed and installing a new one. They were quick and efficient. I’ll certainly be giving then a call for any future work"
Retaining wall
Cleared trees and brush
Response time50 mins
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for excavation projects in Dobbs Ferry, 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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