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Greenstone Gardens
4.6(
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Serving Lower Merion, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work went wonderfully. Mark and his crew were efficient, professional and left the yard stabilized and spotless. We are thrilled with how the patio came out. Highly recommended."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J R Paving Contractors Inc
4.2(
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Serving Lower Merion, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1949

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"JR and his crew did a great job on a tight street in Fairmount. Personable and diligent in getting the job done with quality and weren’t in a rush to get in and get out. They even helped calm a neighbor down. Would certainly hire again!"
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+27

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rocklynn Construction, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Lower Merion, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My. Husband and I had a great experience hiring Rocklynn. We needed an old concrete garage floor taken up and hauled away. We spoke to Joe who came over on the same day and gave us a quote. 2 days later Rocklynn was here with an excavator and it was done in less than 2 hrs. Excellent customer service. The quote was fair and it wasnâ t a penny more. We will definitely hire the company again in the future."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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J&N concrete & excavation LLC
4.8(
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Serving Lower Merion, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an excellent experience from start to finish. The team was highly professional, communicated clearly, and completed the work in a timely manner. Their pricing was very fair for the quality of service provided, and they went above and beyond with a thorough clean-up after the job was done. It was truly a pleasure working with J & N Concrete Excavation LLC and I would highly recommend their services to anyone, we had such a great experience I’ve booked 2 more jobs with them."
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27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FJP Services, Inc.
3.9(
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Serving Lower Merion, PA and surrounding areas

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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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Response time11 hrs
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Davis Home Remodel and Flips
5.0(
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Serving Lower Merion, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Davis and Hector who was with him helping with the job were both very nice and personable. The job was done thoroughly, efficiently, and at a reasonable cost. He was also able to do it a day earlier than originally projected which was a huge lifesaver for us because we had family coming last minute notice for the weekend. Definitely recommend Mr Davis! Thank You again Mr Davis!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BillyGoat Earthworks LLC
New to Angi

Serving Lower Merion, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I am an ambitious young man coming from an Industrial maintenance background. It’s my mission to offer affordable services that offer the best quality work. Im here to help “the little man”.

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Dirty Boys Contracting, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Lower Merion, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Here at Dirty Boys Contracting we are a fully licensed and insured contracting company. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our ability to keep all jobs running smoothly and under budget. Call now for a free quote.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Lower Merion, 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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