GNR Excavating — Hastings NY
Business Overview
GNR Excavating Hastings NY is a local excavation and plumbing contractor serving homeowners and businesses across central and northern New York. The company handles both small residential jobs and larger commercial projects. Emergency service is available for urgent plumbing and excavation issues. A small crew of trained operators and plumbers works on-site with a focus on practical, reliable workmanship.
Key Services
GNR Excavating mixes excavation and plumbing trades. Common jobs include:
- Excavation and earthmoving: site prep, trench digging, land clearing, and grading.
- Septic and sewer work: septic systems, leech fields, sewer installation and repair.
- Plumbing services: water pipe installation and repair, faucet and sink work, plumbing inspections, and water heater service.
- Drainage and sump systems: drain installation, sump pump installation and repair, and power line digs for site services.
- Construction support: soil backfilling and compaction, building additions, decks, patios, and new structure construction.
Areas Served
Work is centered in Hastings, NY and reaches Syracuse, Utica, Watertown, Oswego, Baldwinsville and many nearby towns. GNR Excavating serves both village and rural customers, including properties with seasonal freeze-thaw cycles and lake-effect snow. Service reaches a wide regional area across Onondaga and surrounding counties; customers in Fort Drum and other military or rural communities are supported as well.
Company History
The business grew out of hands-on trade experience. George Russell began operating heavy equipment at 17 and kept building skills through union and non-union work. Over 38 years, small jobs led to steady contracts with public utilities, plumbing crews, and local builders. That background shaped a firm that works on septic systems, grease trap tanks, water services, and site prep for buildings.
Leadership
Owner-operator George Russell runs field operations and estimates. His decades of experience in excavation and plumbing guide daily work decisions. George keeps a visible local presence and stays involved in project planning, which helps customers get clear answers and realistic timelines.
Specialties & Highlights
- 38+ years digging and operating heavy equipment across central NY.
- Combined excavation and plumbing capability for clean, coordinated projects.
- Experienced with septic systems, grease traps, and municipal utility digs.
- Practical solutions for frozen-ground conditions and seasonal drainage problems.
Why Locals Choose GNR Excavating Hastings NY
Locals pick GNR Excavating Hastings NY for steady, experienced crews who know the land and weather. The company keeps work simple and factual: clear estimates, hands-on leadership, and follow-through on site. For homeowners with older septic systems, new builds needing deep trenches, or businesses that need a plumbing fix fast, GNR offers direct experience and local knowledge.
Hours are weekday and Saturday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM; emergency response is available outside those hours when needed. Contact GNR Excavating to discuss a job, get a walkthrough, or schedule an inspection.
Contact Information
GNR Excavating
: 163 Hogsback Rd, Hastings, NY 13076
: https://www.gnrexcavating.com
Business Services
- Soil backfilling and compaction
- Bedroom remodeling
- Building additions
- Deck construction
- Drain installation
- Earthmoving or regrading
- Excavation
- Faucet installation
- Faucet repair
- Garage remodeling
- Patio, porch, or terrace construction or installation
- Kitchen remodeling
- Land clearing
- Land grading
- Landscaping building construction
- New structure construction
- Plumbing inspection
- Plumbing installation or replacement
- Plumbing repair
- Remodeling
- New room addition
- Bathroom addition
- Bedroom addition
- Garage addition
- Sewer installation
- Sewer repair
- Sink installation
- Sink repair
- Construction site preparation
- Sump pump installation
- Sump pump repair
- Trench digging
- Water heater installation
- Water heater repair
- Water pipe installation
- Water pipe repair
Business Location & Hours
| Mon: | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Tue: | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wed: | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thu: | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Fri: | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Sat: | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Sun: | Closed |
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