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Superior Tank and Energy Company, LLC
4.3(
81
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Water or Fuel Tank - RemoveWater or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

Serving Williamstown, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Superior Tank and Energy is a family owned oil tank company serving Pennsylvania and New Jersey since 2012. Founded by Doug McCay and co-owned by Joe Crooks, our owners bring over 50 years of combined experience. We remove, replace and install heating oil tanks of every kind: basement, garage, outside, aboveground and underground. We also handle soil testing, soil remediation and emergency spill and leak response. We do not sub out any of the tank work, and we are properly insured. Open 24/7. Call us today!

Underground Tank Removal
Underground removal
Tank excavation
Old basement tank
Two basement tanks

+41

199 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Horizon Services, Inc. (NJ)
3.9(
1,659
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Water or Fuel Tank - RemoveWater or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

Serving Williamstown, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Experience The Horizon Difference. \n \nOn-Time Service. Up-Front Pricing. And The Job Done Right and Clean the First Time. GUARANTEED! \n \nHorizon Services is the regions largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizons Services remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation, and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners: respect for their time, their home and their property; up-front pricing, and an unconditional 100% money back guarantee. \n

Horizon Plumber under sink
Horizon Plumber in Kitchen with Customer
Horizon Plumber crawl space
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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East Coast Do It All
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Williamstown, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I recommend east coast do it all for all of your construction/excavating needs, skillfulll crew and will get the job done fast! Honest people and very fair prices. Have done plenty of business with them and will definitely continue."
Sheet Metal Siding
Sheet Metal Siding
Sheet Metal Siding
Sheet Metal Siding
Sheet Metal Siding

+26

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Junk Boys
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Williamstown, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Junk Boys is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Construction Material Cleanup
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Faralli's Landscaping & Maintenance, LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Williamstown, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Faralli's Landscaping & Maintenance, LLC, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jonte Pender
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Williamstown, 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 time10 hrs
Response rate86%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc
4.5(
23
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Williamstown, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Credit card accepted

"We had a shed pad installed for our new shed. Bob really worked to make sure we understood the different types of pads we could get as well as the ground leveling process. He was the only contractor we talked to that put the pad in the ground (excavating some dirt) so that it didn't just sit on top. As an added bonus, he swiped away a patch of really thick ivy that we've been struggling with. When scheduling the pad, he did delay the installation due to weather issues, showing real concern that if we didn't delay at least a day, the installation would be less than the professional level he likes to leave with. I left for the morning to go to work and when I came home, the pad was ready for a shed.
Bob shows a concern for his homeowner's well being in all matters and is very knowledgable. I fully recomend him to anyone seeking a similar install, and will consider Rock-a-fella's when ever I have a gravelly/patio/deck need in the future.
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+14

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kisdir Group
4.6(
169
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Williamstown, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 25 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity and treat your property as if it were our own. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in all aspects of the construction and landscaping industries. We pride ourselves the quality of our work, our commitment to outstanding results, as well as communicating effectively with our clients. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Fire Pit
Fire Pit
RV Water Line
RV Water Line
Shrubs & PW Before 001

+19807

Response time30 mins
Response rate96%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Williamstown, 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 Williamstown, NJ homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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