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Fadale Enterprises, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Erie, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Fadale Team did an excellent job! Punctual, courteous and did the work that they said they would do in a timely fashion. Would absolutely hire again and again. This is the ACTUAL job discussed in the 6/6/2017 review. I am the ACTUAL customer who is VERY happy. I failed to mark a property line which led to my new drainage pipe cross the property line. This was brought to my attention by my neighbor, I spoke to the Fadale team who quickly returned a phone call and put a plan into motion to correct my error. Thank you Fadale team and sorry neighbor! Please disregard the 6/6/2017 negative review from an angry neighbor."
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+9

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Church Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Erie, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Church Excavating was flexible and resourceful. The job was completed in a timely manner and unlike other companies we hired he went above and beyond our expectations. We will definitely hire Church Excavating again."
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+7

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Faodial landscaping
4.3(
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Serving Erie, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The entire experience with Faodail was truly one of the best I have had when it comes to hiring someone to do work around the yard. Cole and his team came out the same day to provide a quote. He arrived before the scheduled time and provided a professional opinion and quote. I hired him based on a very fair price. He scheduled the day at my convenience. Cole and his team arrived early in the morning on the scheduled day. The weeded and edged all the beds before putting down the mulch. They put down a generous layer of mulch around every exposed part of dirt, even to the wall in an area that is quite large. The price was beyond fair and I know there is no way I could have done the work at the price he charged! Cole and his team left my yard looking better than when they arrived with spotless clean up and removal of all debris. Cole was super friendly and helpful and they practiced safe distancing and wore masks the whole time. I would recommend Faodail to anyone looking for great service at a great price!!"
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+26

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ferraro Stump Grinding & Skid Steer Services
5.0(
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Serving Erie, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Tony came in on a Monday to quote the job and the project was completed within the week. Price was great, and the job was done better than I expected. He cleared out a big area of bushes and leveled the land and also cleaned out a bunch of debris around the yard. I also hired him to dig footers for a deck for me and the job was completed in a couple of hours, which would have taken me three days to do by hand."
Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Ed Musgrave Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Erie, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Credit card accepted

Established in 1997, Ed Musgrave Excavating is committed to excellence and continues to be an outstanding business in the Union City area. Ed Musgrave Excavating prides itself on an outstanding record of quality service. Our longevity is a testament to the level of service and quality you'll get when you choose us for your excavating needs. We have a staff of highly talented and motivated individuals that are eager to help you with all of your needs. We are excited that you have expressed an interest in our services, and we look forward to working with you.

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stahl Brother's Plumbing dba Rooter Man
3.8(
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Serving Erie, PA and surrounding areas

"Mike the plumber came on time told us all the problems we had. The next morning showed up on time to fix everything. Mike was very nice and knew what he was doing. Would have them do work for us again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Erie, 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.

The Erie, PA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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