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L J & A Construction Corporation
4.6(
79
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Serving East Elmhurst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"LJ&A they are real great workers clean and professional in what they do as they redid my bathroom and it came out great and the price was reasonable and great. Thank you to Lionel and his workers I would hire them over and over again and definitely recommend them to anyone i know to use them."
 Modern Kitchen
 Master Bath
 Master Bathroom W. Standup Shower
 paint  wall
Finished

+62

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elite Piping Solutions
4.8(
49
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Serving East Elmhurst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Elite Piping Solutions is an amazing company. I wish I could give them a 6-star rating because they are truly exceptional! They were prompt, courteous, and efficient at every step of the process. They followed up on my query within a couple of hours, came to inspect exactly on the dot, did the research to get me the top-of-the-line replacement, and gave me a very competitive estimate. I independently verified the details, and everything was correct and accurate. The crew came when promised, did the installation well within the estimated time and left the place spotless. Not only that, but they also carefully took out parts of the system that could be re-used, neatly packaged, and left them in the basement for me. Other estimates I got were much higher, including extra charges for coming within a day. Another company would not or could not replace my system (which is top of the line) and added additional charges for "adjustments'! This company is the best!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greenovative Home Improvement
4.5(
1
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Serving East Elmhurst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Antonio, at Greenovative, was great. I really enjoyed his professionalism. He and his crew found creative ways to decrease the price of the project. We are happy we gave Greenovative this project. Honestly, we will use them again."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Big Team Cleaning, LLC
New to Angi

Serving East Elmhurst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time3 days
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American Elite Contractors, Inc.
5.0(
20
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Serving East Elmhurst, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired American Elite Contractors to build a 8 unit building for me. They made the most complex project a breeze. Their pricing was fair compared to the other prices I got. They were very professional, punctual and communicative. If I could give them 10 stars I would. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a general contractor. These guys are the real deal!!!!"
Bathroom hallway
Kitchen Area
Specialty tile backsplash  “ LA”
Bathroom walls and floors
Specialty tile “Tupac” wall

+105

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in East Elmhurst, 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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