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Last update on September 27, 2025
Serving Anthem, AZ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1989
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Great. Jim worked very hard and did an excellent job. He was reliable and prompt. Definitely a professional."
Serving Anthem, AZ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excavated for ICF pool. They truly take pride in every aspect of their work."
+12
Serving Anthem, AZ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were 100% honest and upfront when assessing the job. They worked with us on determining what we could ACTUALLY do based on our budget placing priority on plants that needed to be replaced. It WAS expensive, but months later - all the plants they said would come back with drip irrigation repairs CAME BACK and those they advised us to replace have thrived."
+16
Serving Anthem, AZ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"All tasks were completed within the designated timeframe, demonstrating exceptional professionalism. I am confident in his ability to deliver similar results for future projects and would not hesitate to hire him again."
+6
Serving Anthem, AZ and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I have worked with many contractors over the years and H-Bros Excavating is by far the best experience I have ever had. They showed up when they said they would to provide an estimate. They started the job at the time they said they would. They kept me informed of the progress, what was going to be needed, each next step, and met the completion time they projected. When they were almost done, I found that I had not communicated exactly what I needed and it wasn't done quite the way I had intended. After I was clear on what it was I wanted, without a blink, sour word, or any frustration, they simply went to work to give me what I wanted. The entire mistake was mine for not being clear and yet they were happy to fix what was almost done. All of this and the final bill was exactly what I had been originally quoted. You will not fine a more professional or personable company anywhere. Their attention to detail and desire to provide me with what I wanted is unparalled. I will use them again and I will recommend them to anyone needed an excavating company. You will not be disappointed. Dan"
+21
Serving Anthem, AZ and surrounding areas
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Steven Wallot is an experience tree cutter, he's done many years with the hotshots (wildland fire crews). I had to remove a hazardous tree from my back yard. Steve dropped the tree in a safely manner. Thanks for the service."
+12
Serving Anthem, AZ and surrounding areas
In business since 1978
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Honest, efficient, reliable, definitely recommend. Thank you for all your hard work!"
Serving Anthem, AZ and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I was having issues with water getting into my house. With AVE They done yard grading ran my gutters to a dry well and redone my patio I have had no more water issues since their work. We have had very hard rains since then Most definitely will call them when we decide to redo our driveway."
+6
Serving Anthem, AZ and surrounding areas
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Show up om time, performed the job agreed to."
Serving Anthem, AZ and surrounding areas
In business since 2016
Free estimates
"Great to work with. He understood my needs and exceeded them. I will use again without a second thought. If you need any grading to be done Morris Excavating is who you want."
+5
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.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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