Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Flanders, NJ

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Excavation pros in Flanders

Avatar for Joseph & Sons Construction, LLC
Joseph & Sons Construction, LLC
4.9(
166
)

Serving Flanders, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Joseph & Sons to waterproof/Drylock our basement. They did an amazing job so I continued to ask for more projects to be completed, which included painting, spackling, walkway leveling, caulking, and many more. Each job was done to perfection and with very reasonable pricing. They always ensured the job was completely finished without question and they never gave up until it was perfect. They showed up when they said they would and stayed until the job was done. We would highly recommend them for any of your home projects."
custom luxury home
custom luxury home
remodeled spacious basement
Renovated backyard
renovated walkway and driveway

+1

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for ADR Environmental,  LLP
ADR Environmental, LLP
4.7(
67
)

Serving Flanders, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David from ADR helped me find a company that does GPR before I spent money with ADR. He had integrity and honesty. I would definitely have used ADR had a tank needed to be excavated. It turned out that the GPR proved there was no tank. David was extremely helpful."
Tank removal below deck.
Tank Removal below deck.
Taking the concrete pad off the top of the tanks.
10k gallon fiberglass gasoline tank
10k gallon Fiberglass gasoline tank.

+5

Response time1 day
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for C3 Soil & Aggregate
C3 Soil & Aggregate
5.0(
8
)

Serving Flanders, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C3 was not the lowest cost, but they were the best. Josh and his team were punctual, worked all day, needed no supervision and did high-quality work. Josh provided some options for a better appearance and was fair in extra costs coming from excavating the slope. We are very happy with the wall and steps and even yard for summer entertaining. I recommend C3 and Josh for any hardscaping work."
Rosetta Wall Complete
Rosetta Wall Install
Before
During
Unexpected boulders

+91

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Alternative Petroleum Services, LLC
Alternative Petroleum Services, LLC
4.7(
116
)

Serving Flanders, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found a surprise abandoned UST when excavating my front yard for a carport. After spending weeks online researching, reading horror stories, and becoming more panicked and confused I narrowed prospective candidates down to 4 companies and began the vetting process. I spoke with Shelley at Alternative Petroleum and immediately clicked with her. She answered all of my preliminary questions, clearing up some fact vs. fiction I had read online, and had a confidence in her manner was very reassuring. I didn't wait to get all estimates because I made my decision to go with Alternative Petroleum after our conversation. Was I ever right! Maria, Shelly, Dominique and Sal were very responsive in answering all of my questions and explaining the process in detail. They returned my calls right away and always exhibited patience and a bit of much-appreciated stress-relieving humor. Sal was on-site at 8am with his crew - all very professional, respectful, hard working guys - and they quickly got the tank pulled from my extremely tight space without damaging anything (retaining wall and paved walkway). My neighbors even commented on how clean and efficient they were. This is a family-owned business and you get the feeling they really like working together and enjoy what they do. Sal's phone never stopped ringing and I can see why. Each person involved with the business is extremely knowledgeable, honest, and professional. I had encountered so much conflicting information online and from the different companies I spoke with that I was braced for the process to be a nightmare. Thanks to Sal and Company I was wrong! I'm incredibly grateful I found them. I can recommend Alternative Petroleum without hesitation, they are THE BEST!!!"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Lee's Light Excavating and Rental LLC
Lee's Light Excavating and Rental LLC
5.0(
10
)

Serving Flanders, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"What a great job Alex did. He came in right at estimate and the job was done in 2 days.If I ever need this kind of work again Lee Light Excavating will be my first call. 5 Stars all around."
Hearth 0%* APR
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Avatar for Sterling Environmental Services, LLC
Sterling Environmental Services, LLC
4.7(
111
)

Serving Flanders, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"No hassle, in and out service. Scheduling was simple, they took care of permits and everything with the town. I removed my tank from the basement, they were in and out within 2-3 hours, within a week they schedulled the inspection and job was done. Great price, highly recommend. Cement job was a little patchy for the holes but good enough still for the 5 star"
Response time2 days
83 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Gamboa Landscaping, LLC
Gamboa Landscaping, LLC
4.4(
24
)

Serving Flanders, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired them to install a brand new patio in our backyard. It came out beautiful and exceeded our expectations. Excellent work, good price, and very professional and friendly."
Cambridge driveway, walkway, columns and new lawn
Walkway and steps
Front Enterance
Stairs
Walkway

+12

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Greene Ridge Landscaping
Greene Ridge Landscaping
5.0(
4
)

Serving Flanders, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

GreeneRidge is one of the premier excavating professionals in Morris county and surrounding areas. GreeneRidge specializes in excavation work, including septic installations and oil tank removals. GreeneRidge has built a strong client base and portfolio, and they attribute their success to a dedication to professionalism, punctuality and customer satisfaction. When it comes to excavation, no job is to big for GreeneRidge to handle. For a professional you can trust to provide quality, knowledgeable service give GreeneRidge a call today!

Septic Presby System
Septic Tank
Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 145

FAQs for excavation projects in Flanders, NJ

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 Flanders, NJ homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.