Backyard-scale earthwork for the suburban streets that grew up around Smithtown Boulevard and Route 347.
Excavation, Grading & Demolition Services in Nesconset
Nesconset is a residential hamlet in the Town of Smithtown, and most of its neighborhoods took shape after the Nesconset-Port Jefferson Highway (Route 347) was built in the 1950s and suburban growth followed. Much of the land had been pine barrens before that, and the soil underfoot is the sandy, glacially deposited ground found across this part of Suffolk County. Sandy soil accepts water well, so spreading runoff out and away from the house usually solves most drainage complaints here. Problems show up when a yard was graded poorly decades ago or a patio was added that sends water back toward the house. Superior Earthworks regrades lawns, installs drainage and corrects the slope around foundations so runoff goes where it should.
Many Nesconset homeowners are improving houses they have owned for years rather than starting from scratch. That means excavation for a rear addition or second-story footings, digging for an in-ground pool, or taking out an old shed, deck footings or a detached garage to free up yard space. Mature trees planted when these subdivisions were new can crowd a house or block a project, so tree and shrub removal is often part of the plan. We work with modern equipment sized for typical suburban lots, keep the job tidy, and limit disruption to neighbors on quiet side streets. Before work begins, call New York 811 to mark buried utilities and check with the Town of Smithtown building department about permits.
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Places Around Nesconset
Nesconset's first commercial center grew up along Lake Avenue South and Gibbs Pond Road, and businesses later shifted to Smithtown Boulevard after Route 347 arrived. The Nesconset building of the Smithtown Library now occupies a former 1961 National Guard armory on Smithtown Boulevard, and Gibbs Pond Park offers a renovated playground for local families. The historic 1910 Nesconset Schoolhouse recalls the hamlet's early days, when settlers cleared Midwood Avenue for homes. Its boundaries also take in part of what was once Lake Ronkonkoma.
A few local spots that help define the Nesconset neighborhoods we serve.
- Smithtown Library, Nesconset BuildingThe library branch at 148 Smithtown Boulevard, with Sunday hours year-round.
- Nesconset ArmoryThe history of the 1961 armory building on a 7.6-acre site that was renovated in 2011 to house the library.
- Gibbs Pond ParkA Town of Smithtown park in Nesconset that received a new playground, turf, sidewalks and landscaping.
- Lake RonkonkomaThe nearby freshwater lake, where part of the shoreline belongs to the Town of Smithtown.
- St. JamesThe neighboring Smithtown hamlet that meets Nesconset where Route 25 and Route 347 intersect.
Map of Nesconset
Nesconset Excavation & Demolition FAQs
Does Nesconset's sandy soil help with drainage?
It usually does. The sandy ground common in this part of Suffolk County absorbs water well, so most drainage problems come from grading that sends runoff toward the house or into one low spot. Regrading, a swale, or underground drainage pipe that spreads water out away from the foundation is typically the fix.
Can you excavate for a rear addition on a typical Nesconset lot?
Yes. Excavation for additions and new foundations is a regular job for us on suburban lots like those found throughout Nesconset. We plan access for equipment, set aside soil for backfill, and grade around the new work once the foundation is in. Check permits with the Town of Smithtown and call 811 first.
We want to remove an old shed and a couple of large trees. Can you do both?
Yes. Shed demolition and tree and shrub removal are both services we provide, and combining them in one visit is efficient for clearing yard space. After removal, the area can be graded and finished with sod or seed so it is ready for a patio, pool or simply a usable lawn.
Water runs toward my garage after storms. Is that a grading issue?
Usually it is. When a driveway or lawn slopes toward the garage, every storm pushes water to the door. Fixes can include regrading the surrounding yard, adding drainage pipe to carry runoff away, or both. A site visit makes it easier to see how water actually moves across the lot before choosing an approach.
Do I need to mark utilities before digging a pool in Nesconset?
Yes. New York 811 needs to be called before any excavation, including pool digs, so underground gas, electric and water lines are marked. It is also wise to confirm pool permit requirements with the Town of Smithtown building department before the excavation date is scheduled.
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