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J&N concrete & excavation LLC
4.8(
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were absolutely fantastic! I posted online that I was looking for a contractor to move about 10 to 12 yards of dirt that was dug out when I put in my exterior garage, and they replied the same day. We had a phone conversation , which turned into a zoom meeting, where we were able to discuss the job in detail. The next day he came out and we walked through the job , came up with a price, and he showed up two days later on Monday morning at 7:30 a.m. just as he said he would. I would call them back for another job in a moment. "
New Back yard
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

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JMW Construction LLC
4.1(
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Justin Wright and team did a great job fixing our patio pavers - we had an emergency situation where the patio was partially sinking into a hole underneath. They quickly identified and solved the problem in a safe and permanent way so I wouldn't have to worry about the issue again in the future. In the end, the patio came out great and like there was never any issue. I appreciated their prompt communication and willingness to go above and beyond."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by35%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation major grading or resloping projects in Philadelphia, PA

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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