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Avatar for PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC
PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC
4.8(
270
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I dealt with John and Dave. They were always very punctual, the proposal was specific it clearly stated what they would be doing, the size of the septic tank, overflow, main line and the cost. It was all done to code. They were polite, responsive and answered all my questions even after the work was completed, I wish I would have realized or been told how extensive the area that was disturbed would be. I would have removed more of the plants."
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Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for A-1 Tank Removals and Installations
A-1 Tank Removals and Installations
4.6(
222
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired A-1 Tank Removals and Installations to replace my leaky oil tank located in my basement. A-1 is a 3 generation family owned business. Service was excellent. Joe and his son were very professional. They were on time and very careful to cover my floor and stairs. They were meticulous with their work and everything was completed in about 5 hours. Clean up was also good both in my basement and outside my house."
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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High Idle Excavation
4.8(
20
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

"I reached out to High Idle Excavation. I needed Land cleared , graded , and sloped to correct pitch. They also Installed 3 10x6 drywells with dome and lid Sanitary lite duty open grates. They were great and I would recommend them to any other home owners that want a great job done in a very reasonable time."
Trench work
Trench work
Trench
Pool demo
Pool completion

+11

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
Avatar for Junk in my Trunk
Junk in my Trunk
4.8(
90
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went well. The two man team came within the scheduled appointment window, worked quickly, completed the removal quickly, and made sure that the area was clean before they departed. They were professional, willingly answered any questions, and were courteous. The appointment was made through Angie's list, the main office was quick to respond , schedule the appointment, and provided a site unseen estimate upon receiving a description of the materials to be removed that was pretty close to the final price."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for South Shore LI Contracting
South Shore LI Contracting
4.7(
30
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Team from South Shore LI Contracting was responsive and solutions oriented around this project and the challenges it posed. Basic project was removal of a dilapidated structure - challenge was the delivery of their equipment (unique driveway) and the coordination with the ancillary services (container company). They scoped out any potential issues by site visit, constant communication with me as the remote owner, and contacting and evaluating the subs for the containers. They came on time and completed the demo and cleanup within the estimated timeframe they proposed. Excellent experience for my first use of the Angi service - and this was not a low cost project. (Four figures). Would definitely recommend them for more work of this type."
Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Dan’s Dump Runs LLC
Dan’s Dump Runs LLC
5.0(
125
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our previous tenants left a large amount of belongings behind in our shed. We first hired Dan to haul that pile of nasty mattresses and debris to the dump. Upon completion of the first haul, we asked if he wouldn't mind giving us a quote for the basement, as the same had happened there. Debris, left behind belongings etc. The whole place was a wreck. 
He was happy to assist us. 
They arrived today (5-27-16) and worked hard from around 8am until about 1:30pm. He stopped only once to take a truck load to the dump and came immediately back. 
His team was kind, and courteous. I didn't hear them curse once while working, which some may not care about but we have 4 young kids at home. There wasn't a lot of chit chat either, I could tell they were there to get a job done and not fool around. Over all a very professional crew. 
Dan showed me around the finished basement and I was just blown away by the way it looked. I'm not going to say "sparkling clean" because, well, it's a basement. But I certainly felt like I could walk around down there again without fear of tetanus. 
I'm beyond please with Dan's professionalism, cost, and finished work. I would absolutely hire his team again. THANK YOU!"
Garage full of debis
Garage empty
before brush
after brush
before living room

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Montauk, 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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