Excavation Contractor in New Paltz, NY

Hiring an excavation contractor in New Paltz, NY, isn’t just about moving dirt—it’s about laying the foundation for everything that follows. Whether it’s land grading to prevent drainage issues or clearing brush for access, the right prep work protects your investment from the ground up. And in an area where many properties have stone walls, old infrastructure, and uneven terrain, contractors who know the local lay of the land can work more efficiently and avoid surprises underground.


A good contractor handles the paperwork and makes sure everything is up to code, so you don’t get tangled up in red tape and fines. And if your property is showing signs like pooling water, slow drainage, or visible foundation cracks, it’s usually better to get someone in sooner rather than waiting for the problem to get worse.


Many excavation contractors now use laser-guided grading equipment and digital site mapping, making the work not only faster but also more accurate. This reduces waste and improves long-term performance—important if you want your upgrades to last.


Also, bundling excavation with related services like septic repair or concrete foundation installation saves money and downtime. Coordinating multiple jobs under one timeline makes the whole process smoother and minimizes how many times your yard becomes a work zone.

Bottom line: hiring a local, licensed excavation contractor in New Paltz, NY, means fewer unknowns, smoother approvals, and work that’s built to last. It’s not just a step in the process—it’s the foundation everything else is built on.


At Stone Ridge Excavation, we take pride in being the top-rated excavation contractor serving New Paltz, NY, and the entire Hudson Valley. With over 20 years of hands-on experience, our owner-operated team delivers expert excavation, septic installation, septic repair, concrete foundation work, land grading, and site clearing for both residential and commercial projects.

About - New Paltz, NY

New Paltz is 76 meters (249 feet) above sea level and covers 34.31 square miles in the southeastern corner of Ulster County. This New York State town combines historic charm with modern flair and is the gateway to the Shawangunk Mountains.


Spring brings hiking on the famous Shawangunk Ridge, where the Mohonk Preserve has 8,000 acres of wild. Dressel Farms has strawberries and cherries to pick.


Summer has the Ulster County Fair in July, the Bon Odori Japanese Dance Festival in August, and countless outdoor concerts and festivals. And, fall is a photographer’s dream with the Shawangunk Mountains ablaze and the annual Halloween Parade and Taste of New Paltz.



New Paltz also has a great food scene with places like Garvan’s in a 1759 building on Huguenot Street serving New American cuisine with local ingredients. Also, the Gilded Otter microbrewery has craft beer and views of the Shawangunk Mountain - it’s the perfect complement to the town’s outdoor life.

Hire Us! Best and Top Rated Excavation Contractor in New Paltz, NY

At Stone Ridge Excavation, we know every project starts with a solid base. That’s why our crew approaches every job with professionalism and precision—whether we’re digging foundations, trenching for utilities, or preparing your site for construction.

We guarantee your land is developed right the first time, so you don’t have costly setbacks and future drainage or structural issues. With our advanced equipment, we diagnose and fix clogs, backups, and drain field problems and get your septic system back to optimal function fast and reliably.


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What our customers say

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We had an area of our property that was never landscaped. It was always on our list and we finally were able to get it done. George, SRX, plows our driveway and is the best plow-er we've ever had, so we decided to give SRX a try. Kari, in the office, is a pleasure to work with and is communicative. We had a defined list of tasks we wanted done, George made some recommendations which we had not thought of and the work was done in a very timely manner. It's been a couple of weeks, the grass is growing in and the overall look exceeded our expectations. Thank you to George and his team!

Anne F.

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George and his team were amazing! They set a very fair and competitive price but what we got was much better quality then other excavators we spoke to. The were smart about the excavation, thoughtful about doing the job in a way to yield the best long term results. They didn’t cut corners like i feared from other companies. I really was happy to trust them with the project and get their expert opinion and skill throughout. They are also an upstanding team of guys. I will be hiring them next year to clear my backyard. Really blown away with their service and can’t wait to see my land throughout the years.

Denny K.

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Had our back yard completely re-done due to flooding and drainage problems. Raised it by 2 feet in parts, built rock walls in other parts. We used Stone Ridge Excavation for the job. Yard looks absolutely beautiful and no more lake when it rains. Highly recommend

Tammi R.

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George, Kerry and the team were awesome. Complex project...a miscommunication...George took care of it... That's what he told me he'd do...Next day, it was done... I'm a Contractor...I have super high standards... George and Stone Ridge Excavation will always have my business. We'll do our next project in the next week or so.

Luis S.

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