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Avatar for Joseph & Sons Construction, LLC
Joseph & Sons Construction, LLC
4.9(
166
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Millburn, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Angelo was a pleasure to speak with and very knowledgeable, His crew re-laid out the existing stones and added more rock. When it was done, they cleaned up. The soil is not leaching into my neighbors driveway. I am happy and my neighbor is too. It looks very good. Its neater and more stable, especially when walking around the top when maintaining the lawn thats regrowing right now. One more thing, the price was reasonable. Thanks, Angelo AND crew!"
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
4.8(
68
)
Water or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Millburn, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kathleen from the office was excellent to work with. She kept me informed about everything. The guys were prompt, courteous, & left my yard in great shape for seeding in the spring. I would definitely recommend using ADR for any excavation project."
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 time10 hrs
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Andres General Construccion
Andres General Construccion
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Millburn, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently bought a house in need of work, my wife and I thought it would be a great idea to do our own projects around the house. Soon enough , we realized we had no idea how to proceed with our outdoor space. He hired Andres general construction, they provided guidance and a great customer service. We are very pleased with the outcome. I will be definitely hiring them again for future projects. Thank you Andres!"
Driveway
Paint job
Paint job
Composed wood deck
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Alternative Petroleum Services, LLC
Alternative Petroleum Services, LLC
4.7(
116
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Water or Fuel Tank - RemoveWater or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

Serving Millburn, 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 rate89%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Olympic Mechanical
Olympic Mechanical
5.0(
127
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Water or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Millburn, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George responded right away via Angie?s text and then a phone call. Came out the next day to attempt to snake two clogged tubs on second floor of a side-by-side two family home, connected to one sewer line.. Clog was more severe than expected. Came back next day with partner to find pipe where they join but it was behind kitchen cabinet of both homes. Decided to bypass existing line and run new lines from each tub, join them and then drop a sngle pipe to the basement and reconnect to near the main drain. George and his team were professional and communicated in a timely manner. Cleaned up and covered opening with plastic and suggested not to close wall for a week and inspect for any leaks. No leaks so far. Closing walls this weekend. Offered us a great price and an unbeatable 12 month payment plan. Thank you George and team."
Hot Water Heater
Hot Water Boiler Replacement
Hot Water Boiler
Sewer Line Excavation
Gas Line Trench for Generator

+8

Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Tito & Son Construction, LLC
Tito & Son Construction, LLC
4.4(
41
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Millburn, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing work! These guys came and within a few hours had the the gazebo fully assembled and drilled into the pavement. Zero error and took their time to make sure everything was straight an leveled. Very punctual, neat and responsible. Cannot wait to work with them again for future projects!"
Structural Beam
Structural Beam
Structural Beam
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+42

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sterling Environmental Services, LLC
Sterling Environmental Services, LLC
4.7(
111
)
Water or Fuel Tank - RemoveWater or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

Serving Millburn, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great experience!! FIVE STARS ALL AROUND! Sterling Environmental Services removed two 275 gallonn fuel oil tanks from our home in Randolph, NJ, in accordance with EPA, NJDEP, and local regulations and recommended procedures. Nick was very diligient with permits. Sterling coordinated the permits with the township The tanks were properly cleaned and removed. Tanks were cut up and left for the inspector. Inspector approved and they removed the pieces immeadiatly. Completely seamless from a customer perspective. THANK YOU very much Sterling Environmental!!"
Response time2 days
85 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Sciacca General Contracting, LLC
Sciacca General Contracting, LLC
5.0(
6
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Water or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Millburn, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We got multiple bids for this job and besides being the most economical they did an incredible job in a very timely manner. I highly recommend them if you need to have an underground oil tank removed. I was always kept aware of the progress of our project and Roseanne who I dealt with could not have been more professional, straight forward, and courteous."
Response time1 day
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Millburn, 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 Millburn, NJ homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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