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Digworx Services Inc.
4.9(
59
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Serving North Babylon, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend this company; Slade was very professional; great job removing my above ground pool and surrounding area; on time and great clean up."
Sediment load out
Dewatering
Excavation
excavation
Composite road

+88

Response time9 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Puppa Group
4.6(
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Serving North Babylon, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would use Puppa Group for any projects in the future. The owner took the time to explain everything to me and made sure it was perfect when they were done. 2 weeks after the project was complete he even came by to make sure there were no more drainage issues! 5 stars all around. If you need drainage, site prep or grading dont hesiate to call"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC
4.1(
151
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Serving North Babylon, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C2G did a great job with replacing a buried oil tank with an above ground Roth tank. They were in on time, came prepared and completed the job quickly. They were also the only company that we came by that offered to remove the abandoned tank too."
Residental Oil Tank Removal
Locate buried tanks
Aboveground Oil Tank Installation
Response time1 day
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in North Babylon, 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.

The North Babylon, NY homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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