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Clean Collection, Inc.
4.8(
40
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Serving Little Neck, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was extremely satisfied with High Quality Service Landscaping. My garden looks beautiful. They removed all the weeds and filled in bags of Mulch and designed small white rocks all around. It's just breath taking. They also painted my railings, removed the rust and primed it and painted black. I am so happy with the quality work they accomplished. I plan to hire them again in the future to install fence around the yard. They are the best. HIGH QUALITY Service Landscaping speak to Janeth Ortega the boss, she's the best and very understanding."
Queens Backyard
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Water damaged room
Water damaged room

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Elite Piping Solutions
4.8(
49
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Serving Little Neck, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was definitely a positive experience and we were very satisfied with the quality of work performed. I would highly recommend Elite Piping Solutions for all your needs. Billy was professional, reliable, knowledgeable and affordable. Rest assured we will be doing more business with him in the future."
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 Little Neck, 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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American Elite Contractors, Inc.
5.0(
20
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Serving Little Neck, 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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Junk in my Trunk
4.8(
90
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Serving Little Neck, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called yesterday and they did the work early today. When I called, the woman who arranged the appointment was pleasant and helpful. The workers who came were friendly and careful when removing the items. I did one other cost-estimate comparison and the price for this service seemed very fair! I would definitely hire them again because the whole process was very quick and easy!"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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South Shore LI Contracting
4.7(
30
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Serving Little Neck, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There were a young group of guys who worked hard and attended to my needs. Very reasonably price. Once they were done made sure I was happy. They Cleaned up after themselves selves as well. VERT SATISFIED."
Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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DOUBLE TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL SERVICES
4.8(
21
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Serving Little Neck, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"This crew is amazing!  My uncle needed to have a tree removed from our
backyard... I'm talking HUGE with many of the biggest limbs leaning over
our neighbors house.  He came over right away and gave a reasonably
priced quote.  I discussed it with my uncle and decided to go ahead and
use his services.  He removed this tree in two days, even with it being
some of the hottest days its been in a while!  His whole crew was
extremely kind and they made sure to clean up very carefully after they
were done. They even took a look at my broken car when they
noticed me filling my radiator with water!  We were thrilled with the
services this crew gave us and would recommend them to anyone.
"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Little Neck, 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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