Wantage Excavating

Trusted Excavation
& Site Development
Experts Since 1964

Family-Owned Since 1964
Licensed & Insured
Commercial • Municipal • Residential
Serving NJ & NY
Heritage

3 Generations of Experience.
1 Commitment to Quality Work.

Wantage Excavating has moved earth across New Jersey and New York for sixty years. What started as a family operation has become the region’s most trusted name in site development and excavation work.
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Sixty Years Reputation
What started as a single man with a shovel in 1964 has become something larger, but not different. The same principles hold. Show up early. Do the work right. Leave the site better than you found it.
Each Project Matters
We’ve worked on residential properties where families will raise their children. We’ve built roads municipalities depend on. We’ve cleared land for commercial developments that changed neighborhoods.
Services

Sitework for Projects of Every Size

Every project is different. We scale our approach to match what you need.
Wantage Excavating in Hamburg, NJ performing large-scale commercial excavation, site development, grading, utility installation, drainage, and earthwork.
Large-scale commercial & industrial work
Site preparation, grading, and utility systems for major developments.
Large-scale commercial & industrial work
Site preparation, grading, and utility systems for major developments.
  • Site Development
  • Commercial Excavation
  • Utility Installation
  • Road Construction
  • Drainage & Erosion Control
  • Demolition
  • Athletic Field Construction
  • Pond & Dam Construction
  • Quarry and Mine Site Services
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Wantage Excavating tri-axle dump truck delivering topsoil to a construction site in Lafayette, NJ for grading and site preparation work.
Residential property excavation & site solutions
Septic systems, drainage, land clearing, and foundation work for homes.
Residential property excavation & site solutions
Septic systems, drainage, land clearing, and foundation work for homes.
  • Excavation
  • Septic Systems
  • Land Clearing
  • Drainage
  • Retaining Walls
  • Hardscaping
  • Demolition
  • Road Surfacing and Paving
  • Complete New Residential Sitework
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Supporting Property Owners, Contractors, Developers & Municipalities

Each project demands something different. We've learned to listen.
Commercial developers
Large-scale site preparation and excavation work.
Municipalities
Public infrastructure and utility projects.
General contractors
Reliable excavation support for complex projects.
Homeowners
Residential excavation, septic, drainage, and site work.
Historic grader used by Wantage Excavating, a family-owned excavation company serving Hamburg, NJ and Northern New Jersey since 1964.
Difference

A Regional Contractor Built on Experience, Reliability & Results

Family-owned
since 1964

Three generations built this company on integrity and results.
Historic photo of the Wantage Excavating team, highlighting the company’s family-owned roots and decades of excavation work in Sussex County, NJ since 1964.
Experienced operators
Skilled crews who know the work inside and out.
Modern equipment
Tools and machinery built for today's demanding projects.
Dual expertise
Commercial and residential work at the same high standard.
Safety first
Every job done with proper protocols and professional care.
Coverage

Proudly Serving Northern New Jersey & Orange County, New York

Our Commercial and Residential serves span across
Northern New Jersey and Orange County, New York.

Trusted By Clients Across the Region

Sixty years of work speaks for itself.
"An outstanding professional company. Excellent hardworking individuals. A thorough job well done."
Mary Ann Konopinski
Homeowner, Wantage
"Wantage Excavating did awesome job fixing a low spot in my driveway. Highly recommend to anyone needing any type of excavation work. Thank you to the whole crew."
Barry Frint
Municipal engineer, Sussex County
"Great guys great company! They do amazing work."
Scott Feldman
Contractor, New Jersey

Get Your Project Moving

Let's talk about what you need and how we can help deliver it.

Questions

Find answers about our services, experience, and how we work.
What services does Wantage Excavating provide?
Wantage Excavating provides a range of excavation and sitework services for residential and commercial projects, including excavation, grading, site preparation, drainage, foundation excavation, land clearing, and more.
What types of projects do you handle?
Wantage Excavating works with homeowners, contractors, builders, and commercial property owners on projects of various sizes and scopes.
How do I know if my property needs excavation or grading work?
Excavation or grading may be needed for new construction, additions, foundations, drainage improvements, driveway work, land development, or areas with uneven or unstable soil. Wantage Excavating can evaluate the project requirements and determine the appropriate approach.
Do you provide drainage and water solutions?
Yes. Proper excavation and grading can help direct water away from buildings, driveways, and other areas where standing water or runoff may cause problems. Wantage Excavating can perform the necessary sitework to improve drainage and manage water flow.
How do I get started on an excavation project?
Start by contacting Wantage Excavating to discuss your project. Provide as much information as possible about the property, the work you need completed, and your project timeline. From there, the team can determine the scope of work and next steps.