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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Fayetteville - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Advanced Construction
Advanced Construction
4.8(
17
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Fayetteville, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dan was very professional! He dug out my old septic tank and installed a new tank very quickly. My home was in escrow and time was critical. He also removed a door that was not opening or closing properly, reworked the frame and reinstalled the door. He also repaired a roof leak. Very versatile, an all around good general contractor."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Stewart's Asphalt Paving
Stewart's Asphalt Paving
4.9(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Fayetteville, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were very professional and friendly, did a great job. Cleaned up after and we are very happy with their work. Would definitely hire them again. Thank you so much!!"
Tar and chip
Asphalt
Asphalt
Asphalt
Asphalt

+1

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Boone's Brothers Lawns, Inc.
Boone's Brothers Lawns, Inc.
4.3(
36
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Fayetteville, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They installed 200+ feet on mulch beds, cut rock tree rings/beds, 18 small trees, 4 large trees, 32 small shrubs and grasses, a gravel drainage area, and a decomposed granite area for a freestanding fire pit. They did an excellent job at a fair price. Very professional and responsive. Will not hesitate to hire them again."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Summit Land Solutions
Summit Land Solutions
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Fayetteville, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I passed Sid clearing snow from a lot near my business. I asked if he could do ours and was ready to jump to the job. He was quick to give me a quote. Showed up on time and super professional. I am already talking with him about another project. I 100% recommend using summit land solutions!"
Brush/Tree cleanup
Brush/Tree cleanup
Brush/Tree cleanup
Brush/Tree cleanup
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Advanced Construction
4.9(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Fayetteville, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Over the past several years Advanced Construction, headed up by Dan Diaz, completed several projects at my house in Cambria, CA. The first project was a major, major success. Dan discovered the source and repaired a leak into my house that plagued me for years. He succeeded where others cost me a lot without solving the problem. Advanced Construction also proved invaluable preparing my Cambria house for sale during 2021. He and his son replaced doors and nearly all the windows in the house. They also made major repairs to deck beams. What he charged was reasonable and well worth it. You can count on Advanced Construction for new construction, renovations and repairs to your house or business. Dan is truly skilled, professional, and reliable."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Builders - Homes Project
Builders - Garages/Barns/Sheds Project
Remodeling - General Project
Airel view

+55

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

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