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Valley Excavating
5.0(
80
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Serving West Springfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Valley Excavating was very well Organized and Explained Step by Step the Job they would be doing. Valley Excavating Quote For The Job was Detailed With the Work they would be doing. Valley Excavating Completed The Job on Time. It was Absolutely a Pleasure To Work with this Stress Free Business. Job Well Done."
Cutting Complete
Stamped Patio and Fire Pit
Replacement Electric Service
Cutting Complete Trash Pickup about to Begin
Metal Carport Pad

+38

Response time3 days
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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ENTECH-Environmental Technicians
4.8(
276
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Serving West Springfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rick managed to squeeze me into his super tight schedule and finished the oil tank removal within 24 hours since our first call. Regardless of my careless miscommunication of the oil level left in the tank, he pumped out all the oil and removed the tank with no additional charge. He is very responsive on the phone/text and extremely professional on the contract and all communications. I highly recommend Entech for any oil tank removal work."
 Tight area
 exposing the tank
 Concrete Driveway
 Breaking Ground
 getting ready to dig

+52

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Triple 7 Excavation & Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving West Springfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently hired Triple 7 Excavation to handle the site work and preparation for my new patio, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the results. From start to finish, their team was professional, efficient, and clearly took great pride in their work. They arrived on time, communicated clearly throughout the process, and made sure every detail was done right—from grading and drainage to the final cleanup. The crew worked hard, respected my property, and delivered exactly what they promised (and then some). The patio area looks fantastic and was completed on schedule. It’s not easy to find a contractor who combines skill, honesty, and great customer service, but Triple 7 Excavation absolutely does. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality excavation or site work done the right way."
Concrete Patio Extension
Shrub Removal
Shrub Removal
Shrub Removal
Shrub Removal

+1

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Marc Curtis DBA Construction Services
4.8(
38
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Serving West Springfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Marc went above and beyond when installing a yard drainage system in our side yard. He was quick to give us a competitive quote, easy to work with, and got a complicated job done fast. I would highly recommend him for homeowners looking to modify the slope and or drainage plan for their plot."
Framingham, MA (Drainage and Re-grade)
Framingham, MA (Drainage and Re-grade)
Lot Clearing/De-Stumping
Yard Drainage/Discharge system
Southbridge,MA

+12

Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bond-Tite Tank Service
4.9(
51
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Serving West Springfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Good, fast service, Just one miner problem, did not put skirting back and left large space that needs to be fixed. Told them of the problem and said they would get back to me. 4 days later they came back and fixed the problem."
275Gal Replacement
Roth Tank Upgrade
The Oil Tank Professionals!
Got Tanks?
18May2021

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Forever Excavating
5.0(
7
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Serving West Springfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Forever Excavating to rough in my driveway and house site. Iâ m not from the area and didnâ t have a lot of time to go over the project on the house site. They were able to meet me short notice and got my general understanding of what I wanted done. Once the work began I wasnâ t able to get up and see the progress of the job. Dillon and Sean went above and beyond sending pictures and recommendations on other things I had not thought about. A simple rough in job turned into a large scale grading and site work to provide a beautiful start to my new home. The few things they recommended I did turned out to make the job 100 times better than I expected. I would highly recommend them for anyone looking for any excavating work."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R Cox Enterprises
5.0(
5
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Serving West Springfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"From Perc Test to engineering and Installation of new septic system. The price was fair the installation went quickly. Ron even re seeded the area the new take was installed and the lawn grew in nicely! Very professional I would highly recommend this company to anyone in need of excavation or septic installation."
Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Advanced Basement Waterproofing LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving West Springfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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

Knell walls
Knee Walls
After
Before
Concrete Work

+1

75 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dukes Waste Management & More
4.3(
9
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Serving West Springfield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Duke's did a great job! They arrived at the job early and were very efficient at cleaning out the storage unit. They were professional and friendly. I was very happy to be using a local company, also. I would definitely hire Duke's again, and would highly recommend them to anyone needing any of their services."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in West Springfield, MA

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 West Springfield, MA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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