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ProEarth
401 25th Place
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ProEarth
401 25th Place
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 local quotes requested

ProEarth is a locally owned and operated company that provides high-quality excavation and land clearing services for residential and commercial clients in Tuscaloosa and surrounding areas. Whether you need to demolish a building, grade a site, clear a lot, or install a drainage system, we have the experience, equipment, and expertise to handle any project. We are licensed, bonded, and insured, and we offer competitive pricing and estimates. Contact us today to find out how we can help you with your next excavation or land clearing project.

"Above and beyond expectations"

Stephen B on December 2023

ProEarth is a locally owned and operated company that provides high-quality excavation and land clearing services for residential and commercial clients in Tuscaloosa and surrounding areas. Whether you need to demolish a building, grade a site, clear a lot, or install a drainage system, we have the experience, equipment, and expertise to handle any project. We are licensed, bonded, and insured, and we offer competitive pricing and estimates. Contact us today to find out how we can help you with your next excavation or land clearing project.

"Above and beyond expectations"

Stephen B on December 2023


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BR Excavating
387 Alabama Highway 13
5.00(
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Approved Pro
BR Excavating
387 Alabama Highway 13
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

BR Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Brandon did exactly what he promised and met all my expectations. I was especially pleased with his timing."

Frank H on November 2020

BR Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Brandon did exactly what he promised and met all my expectations. I was especially pleased with his timing."

Frank H on November 2020


Reyes Concrete
7531 Highway 69 North, Unit 14
4.95(
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Approved Pro
Reyes Concrete
7531 Highway 69 North, Unit 14
4.95(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

With years of experience, Reyes Concrete works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you soon.

"Excellent work. Patio is better than expected. 10 out of 10"

John T on November 2023

With years of experience, Reyes Concrete works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you soon.

"Excellent work. Patio is better than expected. 10 out of 10"

John T on November 2023


Terra Excavation, LLC
1231 County Road 67
5.00(
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Terra Excavation, LLC
1231 County Road 67
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Terra Excavation LLC is an excavating, demolition and land clearing company based in Moundville Alabama serving Tuscaloosa and Hale county. We are licensed bonded and insured.

"Everything went very smooth and was done professionally."

Jonathan B on January 2025

Terra Excavation LLC is an excavating, demolition and land clearing company based in Moundville Alabama serving Tuscaloosa and Hale county. We are licensed bonded and insured.

"Everything went very smooth and was done professionally."

Jonathan B on January 2025


C&T excavation services
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C&T excavation services
No reviews
1 years of experience

We specialize in making sure our customers get the best work and services needed to ensure we get as many customers as possible

We specialize in making sure our customers get the best work and services needed to ensure we get as many customers as possible


Jonas
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Jonas
No reviews
1 years of experience

Land clearing ROW clearing House pads Tree removal Any type of dirt work Free estimates We can do it all

Land clearing ROW clearing House pads Tree removal Any type of dirt work Free estimates We can do it all



R&M Building and Remodeling
Pickett Mill Road
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R&M Building and Remodeling
Pickett Mill Road
No reviews
8 years of experience

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!



C Dubb's Land Clearing
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C Dubb's Land Clearing
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At C Dubb's Land Clearing, we understand the importance of transforming raw land into a canvas that suits your vision. We are thrilled to introduce our comprehensive range of services, specializing in forestry mulching, land clearing, site preparation, excavation, and dirt work. Thank you for considering C Dubb's Land Clearing for your land transformation needs. We look forward to partnering with you and bringing your customer's vision to life. Best regards, C Dubb's Land Clearing Jack Farrell

At C Dubb's Land Clearing, we understand the importance of transforming raw land into a canvas that suits your vision. We are thrilled to introduce our comprehensive range of services, specializing in forestry mulching, land clearing, site preparation, excavation, and dirt work. Thank you for considering C Dubb's Land Clearing for your land transformation needs. We look forward to partnering with you and bringing your customer's vision to life. Best regards, C Dubb's Land Clearing Jack Farrell

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FAQs for excavation projects in Cottondale, AL

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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