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Miller Concrete and Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"????? Great Experience with Miller Concrete & Excavation We hired Miller Concrete & Excavation for a residential concrete project and couldn?t be happier with the results. Ian and his crew were professional, on time, and did excellent work. The concrete looks great and the job site was left clean. If you want quality work from a contractor you can trust, I highly recommend Miller Concrete & Excavation / Miller Construction Group."
Concrete
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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WoodRock Construction
5.0(
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Matt did a full septic installation on a new build house. He did a great job with the system, and gave flatter and more yard space after the system was put in. The grading and shaping of the land was superb"
Residential concrete
Residential concrete
Residential concrete
Residential concrete
Residential concrete

+16

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MODERN BUILDING & CONTRACTING
5.0(
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"????? After another company came in and completely messed up our deck project, we were frustrated and unsure who to trust. Thankfully, we called Modern Building & Contracting, and honestly, we only wish we had found them first! James and Mike came out, listened to our concerns, and immediately put us at ease. From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and committed to doing the job right. The quality of their workmanship exceeded our expectations, and the finished deck turned out absolutely beautiful. My family and I couldn?t be happier with the results. It?s clear that they take pride in their work and truly care about their customers. If you?re looking for a reliable contractor who delivers quality craftsmanship and excellent customer service, we highly recommend Modern Building & Contracting. Thank you again, James and Mike?we love our new deck!"
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Finger Lakes Earthworks
New to Angi

Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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

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JDI Excavation & General Contracting, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We decided to make some changes to a home we purchased. 1. JDI very efficiently met all our requests from converting the house from a coal heating furnace to a propane heating system that was all ready in place, but not in use. 2. JDI cleaned the basement and sealed the basement floor so that we could store things that made the move with us. 3. JDI also built a deck behind the house as well as painting and repairing the front deck of the house. 4. JDI replaced an older electric stove with a new gas stove and replaced the hot water heater for the house. 5. And last but not least, JDI renovated the two stalls for my two horses."
Whole house renovation
Whole house renovation
Whole house renovation
Whole house renovation
Whole house renovation

+38

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Buddy's Quality Construction LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was by far the best business that I have ever dealt with. They called me every day and kept me informed of their progress. They did a fantastic job and went above and beyond what I expected. I will recommend this company to everyone and will DEFINITELY use them again for any future projects."
Debris to be removed
Damaged concrete pad
New sidewalk
Excavator using hydraulic hammer to break out shale for pad placement.
Handymen Project

+75

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Millers Remodeling
4.1(
17
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Serving Cortland, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken and his helper Mike were true pros. Courteous, professional. ALWAYS cleaned up everyday. I have neighbors waiting to use them. They are staining the exterior of my house and everyone loves it! SO happy I found these pros with you. And the price was the BEST quote I recieved from any prospects. Thank you. Thank you !!!!!! Barbara"
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Fence completed
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation major grading or resloping projects in Cortland, NY

You can excavate in winter, but frozen soil slows down the process and increases labor costs. Many grading companies offer discounted rates during their off-season, so ask for a winter quote and weigh the savings against a longer timeline. A brief conversation with a local professional will help determine whether cold-weather excavation is suitable for your site.

Foundation digs can be completed in as little as three days or take up to three weeks. Soil density, access, weather, and hidden obstacles all play a role, so every timeline is a bit different. Have your contractor walk the site and flag any potential issues early—clear expectations help keep both the schedule and budget on track.

You must always call 811 before excavating. Dial 811 a few days in advance so that utility crews can mark underground lines and ensure the area is safe for digging. Hitting a buried cable or gas pipe can be both dangerous and expensive, and many municipalities will not issue permits unless the site is flagged correctly.

To remove soil during an excavation project, your crew will load the spoil into dump trucks with a backhoe or excavator, haul it to a disposal site, and return for the next load. Efficient hauling keeps the work zone clear and the project moving. Depending on the site and volume of osil, multiple trucks may rotate to maintain a steady flow.

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