Looking for an excavation contractor in Lakehurst, NJ? Describe your project once and up to five excavation contractors who work in Lakehurst and Ocean County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Lakehurst is home to about 2,713 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+3.1% since 2020). With 3,031 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. New homes, additions and utility connections keep local excavation contractors busy.
Lakehurst at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 2,713 (+3.1% since 2020)
- Rank in New Jersey
- 244th of 323 cities and towns
- Land area
- 0.9 sq mi
- Population density
- 3,031 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- Borough (Lakehurst borough)
- Main county
- Ocean County
What to check before hiring in Lakehurst
- Call 811: required before digging, in New Jersey as everywhere.
- Permits: grading, foundations and utility work may need permits from the city or county.
- Soil and rock: ask how unexpected rock or poor soil is priced.
- Price drivers: volume, depth, access, haul-off and backfill.
Useful official resources
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Call 811
Official information and guidance.
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OSHA: trenching and excavation
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Lakehurst
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Foundation and basement excavation
Digging for a foundation, basement or addition, with backfill.
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Utility trenches and site work
Trenches for water, sewer and power, building pads, driveways and grading.
Frequently asked questions in Lakehurst
How much does excavation cost in Lakehurst, NJ?
It depends on the volume, depth, soil and haul-off. Describe your project: contractors who serve Lakehurst reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
A house foundation often takes a few days; larger site work longer.
Who hauls the dirt away?
Ask: haul-off and disposal are often priced separately.
Which excavation contractors will contact me?
Up to five independent excavation contractors who serve Lakehurst and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.