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Superior Tank and Energy Company, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Port Republic, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Superior to remove a tank that had oil in it. They removed the oil amd cleaned the tank thoroughly before they removed it there was not a drop of oil anywhere. My father noted that even the truck was clean and professional in appearance. These people (Superior) know their business I would definitely hire them again."
145 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Sand Castle Excavation
3.9(
4
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Serving Port Republic, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Sand Castle Excavating has been a trusted name in the septic and excavation industry proudly serving the Cape May and Atlantic County. With over 20 years of experience, our family-owned business ensures that every project is executed with precision and care. Our owner is present on every job site, guaranteeing that our high standards are consistently met. We pride ourselves on prompt and reliable service, delivering quality services at competitive prices. Our team of fully trained staff speaks both English and Spanish, making communication seamless.

New Septic Install
New Septic Install
Demolition
Demolition
Land Clearing

+15

Response time7 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Alterio Construction LLC
4.3(
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Serving Port Republic, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Robert and team did a great job on my project. Communication and coordination were seamless. High quality and quick turnaround. Ià  à ¢à  à  à  à  m very pleased and would hire them again."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Jonte Pender
5.0(
1
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Serving Port Republic, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project.\nTo understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time11 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rightway Waterproofing Co
4.4(
236
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Serving Port Republic, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All went well except for one misunderstanding, which I covered with another subcontractor. Project, as finished, is/will be almost completely invisible, which they went out of their way to help me accomplish. Very happy with price and job. And, most important, my basement is now dry!"
Drilling weep holes
Crawlspace encapsulation
Severe mold problem
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Coastal Contracting, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Port Republic, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Awesome company, the scope of our project was so complicated that we werenâ t sure anyone could help us! BettyAnn and Dan came, surveyed the situation, within a week had a plan in place to fix our erosion problem, and by the following week they have almost completed the project! Canâ t say enough good things about this company!"
Existing Asphalt before repair
Existing Asphalt before repair
Asphalt after Patch and Crack Repair
Sealcoating after repairs
Sealcoating after repairs

+19

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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We Dig It Construction and Excavation
3.7(
3
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Serving Port Republic, NJ and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We Dig It is a full-service construction and excavation company located in South Jersey serving the needs of New Jersey, Delaware and Pennsylvania. We have the experience you need for any excavation work that comes your way. Let We Dig It Construction and Excavation be your trusted excavation contractor. Our customer service is top-notch, with every customer coming back for more.\n\nServices: \nLandscaping\nFarming\nLand clearing\nRoad construction\nDemolition\nHome renovation\nResidential Home and Garage Demolition\nDrainage Services\nSnow Removal\nFoundation Excavation\nPool Removal\n\nRichard is the owner and operator of We Dig It. His experience spans over 15 years and he is a United States Army Veteran.

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+47

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rovase Project llc
3.7(
238
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Serving Port Republic, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Rovase to handle several large projects around my hilly property (just under 1 acre not far from Valley Forge Park). Robert, the Rovase owner, listened carefully when I described my landscaping preferences. I soon learned that his entire crew was listening closely, as well. 


I explained that I like a more natural looking landscape, rather than a carefully manicured design. I emphasized that "perfect" and "symmetry" don't work for me. For that reason I'd asked Robert to bring about 25 small boulders to my property to reinforce a retaining wall of boulders that was started but never properly finished by another well known professional (and inept) landscaper, years ago.


Robert's crew did much more then reinforce the old wall; they reconstructed it. They pulled out the original 12 or 15 boulders, put down heavy landscaping fabric, then replaced the original boulders and added the new ones. They extended the wall to the full length of the bank, thus preventing the continued erosion of soil that began immediately after the original waste-of-my-money landscaper installed his faulty version of a retaining wall. 


Rovase cleared out all of the weeds and volunteer saplings that had sprouted (due to at least five years of neglect) on the bank and throughout my property and planted about 30 ferns, shrubs, and flowering plants as I directed. They even took care to ensure that the best, fullest side of each planting faced out, which NO other landscaper ever did for me. 


I must admit that in their effort to clean things up, they removed a few small existing plantings that I did not intend to lose, but I partially fault myself because I didn't tell them to leave those items intact. The guys restored as many of those plants as they could, and I feel that they made up for that minor loss by going the extra mile on so many other parts of this enormous project. 


I asked Rovase to use stone instead of mulch to cover this steep bank. I opted for the extra cost of stone to preclude the mandatory annual mulch restoration. Besides that, I needed something more substantial than mulch to stop the perpetual erosion on that steep pitch. 


The team also dug a long trench across the back of my yard and filled it with more stone to channel and manage the runoff water coming from the home behind me, further uphill. This  will prevent further damage to the foundation of my detached garage, which has born the brunt of countless post-rainstorm rivers rushing through my backyard for the past several years, presumably due to an uphill neighbor's modified drainage. (Hmmm. . . thanks neighbor.)


I also asked Rovase to create a small path behind my mailbox so that I could access my mail without stepping on to my busy road. That required digging out a large section of the sloping bank leading down to my mailbox. I expected that to be a difficult excavation but they did it in very short order; before I knew it, my days of risking my life to get my mail was a thing of the past.


This short new mailbox path gave me evidence that the Rovase team really listened to my speech about preferring a natural, non-manicured look. One of the guys digging out the bank behind the mailbox came across several broad, flat stones under all of the earth he moved. He took the initiative to situate those stones in a line behind my mailbox, creating a lovely, natural looking path. 


He then called me to review his idea, saying he thought the stone might save me money AND suit my preference for imperfection better than the pavers I expected to buy for the path. I was (and still am) giddy over how perfectly his solution suits me. 


What really amazed me and sold me on Rovase? They listen AND care!!


They all worked hard, moving a LOT of stone and boulder material up my hill, but I didn't catch the slightest indication of complaint from anyone. Each fellow was smiling, cheerful, polite, and dedicated to customer satisfaction. It was truly an impressive group of guys. 


All in all, I am impressed with the quality of the work and the thoughtfulness of the workers from Rovase. I would and will hire them again for future landscaping needs. Also, because the company does other kinds of general contracting and building, I will solicit help from Rovase on other non-landscaping projects in the future.
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Port Republic, 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 Port Republic, NJ homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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