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HENDRICKSON EXCAVATING
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Serving Doylestown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark Hendrickson returned my call promptly, and came to my house that afternoon to look over the site and to give me an estimate and a time frame. On the day of the job, he arrived right on time and had made arrangements with another company to have my septic pumped out, prior to the repair work. Even though this was a relatively small job, Mark and his son who works with him, were professional and polite through the whole process. The cost was $300 for the actual repair and digging and $300 to have the septic pumped out. I would not hesitate to use Mark Hendrickson Excavating again, they were great to work with!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AC Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Doylestown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired this contractor for stump removal and top soil regrading he did an exceptional job. He was on time and punctual. His prices are very reasonable and fare. I would highly recommend Alberino and will be using him in the future again."
Down spout  drainage piping
Down spout drainage pipe
Down Spout drainage piping
Down Spout drainage piping
Down Spout drainage piping

+174

Response time5 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Halteman Landscaping, LLC
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Serving Doylestown, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It is a pleasure to deal with a professional! We had front and back yard design and planting we wanted done. Part of the front work included building a retaining wall, a task not many other "providers" were willing to tackle. Greg listened patiently to our ideas and needs, promptly came back with excellent designs and worked around our vacation schedule to execute his suggestions. Because of a design change on our part, he ran out of material for the wall. When the materials arrived, he came in a light snow storm to finish the job. The value for the work performed could not be beat. We would highly recommend Greg and his crew. Please feel free to contact us if you want more info."
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Front Yard Landscape
Front Yard Landscape

+136

Response time9 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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J&N concrete & excavation LLC
4.8(
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Serving Doylestown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis and crew took a dilapidated wall and recycled all material in the installation. Came out great! He's also completed other concrete and retaining wall work for me and my company. Highly recommend!"
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Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

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27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Improved Earth, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Doylestown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely great, friendly, fast, professional and experienced. Goes the extra mile to make sure you are satisfied. I was in a bind when the excavating company I hired could not show up to do some work and we had a pool scheduled to be installed in a couple of days. Improved Earth showed up quickly and did the work (and even did more than requested). They even gave me advice on what to look out for when finishing the pool landscaping and grading. I will definitely use them again in the future and recommend to friends."
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FJP Services, Inc.
3.9(
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Serving Doylestown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired FJP Services for both landscaping and do replace a retaining wall between 2 properties. So far, the company has done the retaining wall and they did a great job. The professional nature of the crew was tremendous. The craftmanship of the workers was also gratifying. If the other services we have hired FJP services are at the same level as the work on the retaining wall, we shall be very pleased."
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Tree Removal

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Response time11 hrs
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Doylestown, PA

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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