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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Opelika - Updated Nov 2026

Gregory Landscaping
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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"The owner, Beau Gregory is an honest person and he did a great job clearing the property. He did what he said he would do and more. We are completely satisfied and plan on using Gregory Landscaping again in the future!"
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Outlaw lawn care
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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"Outlaw Lawn Care did a great job refreshing my pine straw. It was a big job on a very steep hill. He kept appointments and delivered what was promised. I’d whole heartedly recommend Outlaw Lawn Care!"
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Talton Contracting
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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I’m Josh, owner of Groundline Contracting. With hands-on experience in excavation and site supervision, I provide land clearing, grading, pond building, and underground utility work. I take pride in honest communication, hard work, and treating your property with the same care I would my own. Every job is an opportunity to earn your trust and help bring your plans to life.

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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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