Underground utilities, excavation, and sewer & water lines, done right.
JWSR LLC is a family-owned, licensed and insured utility construction and excavation contractor serving northern and central New Jersey. We show up, we answer the phone, and we get it done.
JWSR LLC is a licensed and insured utility construction and excavation contractor based in Hamburg, NJ. We specialize in underground utility construction and repair: water lines, sewer lines, service laterals, and storm drainage. We also handle excavation, septic, grading and drainage, driveways, road repair, parking lots, retaining walls, hardscaping, and land clearing. We serve Sussex, Warren, Morris, Hunterdon, Somerset, Passaic & Bergen County, NJ and offer same-day emergency service. We travel for the right project, with active contracts in seven states: NJ, NY, PA, CT, DE, VA, and WV. Call 862-268-2510 for a free estimate.
Built around underground utilities
Utility construction is the core of this company: water, sewer, storm, and fiber, in the ground and on the pole. The same crews, machines, and standards handle the rest of the dirt work around your property.
Utility Construction & Repair
Water, sewer, and underground utility installation, trenching, and emergency repair.
Learn more →Sewer & Water Lines
Emergency sewer and water line dig-outs, repairs, and full replacements.
Learn more →Fiber & Telecom
Underground and aerial fiber, conduit, and telecom line construction for providers and property owners.
Learn more →Septic Installation
New septic systems, replacements, and repairs, permitted and done right.
Learn more →Grading & Drainage
Fix standing water, regrade your lot, and protect your property from erosion.
Learn more →Driveways, Roads & Lots
New driveways, road repairs, and parking lot redos built on a base that lasts.
Learn more →A local crew you can actually reach
- Licensed and insured, with the right machine for the job
- Same-day response on sewer and water line emergencies
- We answer the phone and show up when we say we will
- Clean work: we backfill, grade, and leave it right
- Family owned and operated, based in Hamburg, NJ
- Owner-led and active in the community, James is a local volunteer EMT
- Fair, upfront pricing and free on-site estimates
Serving 218 towns across 7 NJ counties
From Montague in the north down to Hillsborough and Montgomery in the south, west to Alpha, and east through Bergen County. Seven counties, one crew that answers the phone. From Hamburg we cover Sussex, Warren, Morris, Hunterdon, Somerset, Passaic, and all of Bergen County: utility construction, sewer and water lines, excavation, septic, grading, driveways, retaining walls, and land clearing.
Real jobs, real results
A look at recent excavation, trenching, and utility work across Sussex County and northern New Jersey.
Real machines, real jobsites
This isn't stock footage. It's our crew and our equipment on a job right here in New Jersey, the same people who'll show up at your property. Grading, digging, hauling, and getting it done clean.
Got a quote that doesn't feel right?
Send it our way. We'll give you an honest second opinion, for free, with no pressure and no obligation. A lot of our best customers found us exactly this way, after a bad experience somewhere else. We'd rather earn your trust than push a sale.
Simple, start to finish
Call us
Reach a real person at 862-268-2510. For emergencies, we start moving right away.
Free on-site estimate
We come look at the job, tell you straight what it needs, and give you a fair, upfront price.
Markouts & permits
We call in the free 811 utility markout and handle the permits and inspections, so none of the paperwork lands on you.
We do the work
The right machine and an operator who knows the ground around here. Fast and clean.
Backfill & restore
We backfill, regrade, and leave your property looking right, not torn up.
Final walkthrough
We walk the finished job with you before we call it done. If something isn't right, we make it right.
Trusted by neighbors across northern NJ
These are just some of our real, verified 5-star reviews. There are plenty more, and you can read them all directly on our Google profile.
Verify our reviews on Google →“We have a busy restaurant in Stanhope, Shakey Jakes. We had a water main break that needed 50 ft of digging. They started at 2 am in freezing cold weather so as not to interfere with business. They did as they said and were very professional.”
“James came to our home in Chester NJ to install fiber from the curb to the house for Brightspeed. The work was done flawlessly and the results of the digging were not visible. They explained every step. Very professional and personable.”
“James and the crew at JWSR LLC were outstanding from start to finish. They handled our excavation and drainage project professionally and left the property cleaner than when they arrived. They show up, do what they promise, and take pride in their work.”
“Had a complex project of running conduit under hardscaping to convert a fire pit to gas. James' team completed the project flawlessly with surgical precision. Boring under hardscaping and made it look easy.”
“From start to finish, JWSR exceeded all my expectations. They completed the work on time and within budget, and left everything spotless. Highly recommend for any excavation, fiber installation, or heavy-duty projects! 10/10 service!”
“James and crew completed a retaining wall and driveway regrading project for a customer of mine. Customer was very satisfied. Highly recommended!”
“I've been using JWSR for several years and every job was completed professionally and accurately. Whether it was grading, installing a foundation for a generator, or trenching, they did a great job and honored the quoted price.”
“James and his crew came out to dig trenches for fiber optic lines. Very professional and caused zero headache. After two weeks the grass had fully grown back and you can hardly tell where they dug.”
“I had two recent emergencies and James and his team responded the same day. Immediate callbacks even though they were busy, and the pricing was very fair. And he volunteers as an EMT. Five star ++ rating for sure.”
“Brought in as part of a job including construction, electrical work, and shoreline maintenance. Very professional and hard working. They completed all the work in line with our expectations and came in under budget.”
“Love the work done and the people who work here. We cleared 1/2 acre of land and it looks perfect. So excited for the grass to grow in and for our kids to play in a bigger yard!”
“Called James on a Wednesday to get an estimate. He met me after work and had the estimate that night. Reasonably priced and the work was completed the next day to help me close on my house quickly. Highly recommend.”
“I purchased a large property with an old building my insurance required me to tear down. I hired James and his crew and couldn't be more pleased with the results. I'll be going through James for all my future projects.”
“Excellent professional service. Showed up on time. Did the order as requested and, more importantly, did it correctly. I strongly recommend them for excavations.”
Frequently asked
What does JWSR LLC do?
JWSR LLC is a licensed and insured utility construction and excavation contractor in northern New Jersey. Our main work is underground utility construction and repair: water lines, sewer lines, service laterals, and storm drainage, plus excavation, septic, grading and drainage, driveways, road repair, parking lots, retaining walls, hardscaping, and land clearing.
What areas does JWSR serve?
For everyday residential and commercial work, JWSR serves northern and central New Jersey, from Montague in the north down to Hillsborough and Montgomery in the south, west to Alpha, and east through Bergen County. That covers Sussex, Warren, Morris, Hunterdon, Somerset, Passaic, and Bergen counties, based at 17 Prince Street, Hamburg, NJ. And we travel: JWSR holds active contracts in seven states, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, Virginia, and West Virginia, and we go where the work is, whatever the trade.
Do you handle emergency sewer and water line repairs?
Yes. Underground utility and sewer/water line emergencies are our fastest-turnaround work. We respond same-day, dig out the line, make or coordinate the repair, and restore the grade. For anything urgent, call 862-268-2510.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. JWSR LLC is fully licensed and insured, and licensed in both New Jersey and New York.
Do you charge for estimates?
No. On-site estimates are free. We come look at the job, tell you straight what it needs, and give you a fair, upfront price. The one exception is design work: if your project needs drawings, mockups, or a site plan, we charge a consultation fee for that time, and if you hire us for the project, that fee comes right off your total. It keeps our design work with the people who actually want us to build it.
Do you do the excavation for plumbers and other contractors?
Yes. Plumbers, septic companies, utility companies, and builders call JWSR as their excavation crew. We handle the trenching, dig-out, and backfill so you can focus on the connection.
How fast can JWSR respond to an emergency?
For emergencies of any kind, sewer, water, fiber and utility strikes, asphalt failures, storm damage, we aim for same-day response across our service area. Call 862-268-2510 and we'll tell you exactly when we can be on site.
What kind of utility work does JWSR do?
We install and repair water lines, sewer lines, and service laterals, run underground conduit and utility trenching, tie services into the main, and install storm drainage and culverts, for both homeowners and contractors.
Does JWSR build retaining walls and do hardscaping?
Yes. Along with our utility and excavation work we build block and boulder retaining walls, paver patios and walkways, and install driveways, with the proper base and drainage so the work lasts.
Is JWSR experienced with fiber optic and telecom conduit installation?
Yes. On recent projects alone, JWSR has placed over 470,000 linear feet of conduit for fiber optics, serving thousands of homes, working with regional and national internet providers, underground and aerial.
Will you give a second opinion on another contractor's quote?
Yes, for free. If you've been quoted by another contractor and something feels off, send it our way. We'll give you an honest second opinion with no pressure and no obligation. Many of our best customers found us exactly this way.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency service?
Yes, and not just for pipes. Sewer and water lines, fiber and utility strikes, asphalt and road failures, drainage, you name it, JWSR answers 24/7 for every kind of work we do. Call or text 862-268-2510 any time and we'll tell you when we can be on site.
Need it dug, graded, or fixed?
Free on-site estimates. 24/7 emergency service. Call and talk to a real person.
Call 862-268-2510