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Avatar for Coles Excavating & Pad Building, LLC
Coles Excavating & Pad Building, LLC
4.8(
10
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Serving Cortaro, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"Utilizing Angie's list to find Coles Excavating was extremely helpful to find a reliable and knowledgeable Contractor. I obtained 3 bids as recommended. Robert Cole answered all my questions and immediately made an appointment to look at our septic tank that needed to be replaced. He recommended a septic tank that was available at Home Depot and we were able to purchase using my military discount saving additional cost. Robert gave us a fair and competative price. He completed the installation and did a good job restoring the desert landscape. From beginning to end Robert communicated with us to ensure we knew each stage of the project. We can highly recommend Robert and his sons for excavation and septic tank installation."
One of our septic systems.
Dirt sub grade for permanent foundation.
Excavating Project
Trenches for chambers
Distribution box

+17

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Canyon Edge Excavating
5.0(
18
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Serving Cortaro, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gene is very straightforward about what he can do, also with great knowledge on the task at hand. Gene and Jeff arrived early and then went right to work. Had me go out and see if things were as I wanted them. They finished the job in a timely manner and very professional in the way they handled themselves. Thanks again Gene and Jeff! Chuck Cupples"
Water main install
Install new water main
Road cut
Road cut
BIOGRO

+12

Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Hercs Works LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Cortaro, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our HOA wanted to correct some advanced erosion in our subdivision. This included, site clearing, earthwork, grading and the installation of 11 tons of rip-rap stone. I met with Josh and Lacey, discussed the scope and received a very competitive bid to do the work. They did an outstanding job, kept me up-to-date and left a very clean work-site. They are a hard-working, reliable contractor who I would hire again. Sincerely - Bill Rutherford, HOA President, Marana, AZ."
Response time8 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PDW Septic Pumping
4.7(
7
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Serving Cortaro, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I called PDW on a Wednesday late afternoon. I was pleased to have someone answer my call, instead of having to leave a message on an automated system, and hope that someone would call back. I explained my issue, PDW was at my house the next day at 7:30 AM. They were responsive, quick, and professional. Thank you PDW, I will be using you guys for future jobs."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Copper Country Dirt Works, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Cortaro, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
2-M Dirt Works, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Cortaro, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

2-M Dirt Works, LLC 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 is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Response time2 days
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IVR LANDWORKS LLC
New to Angi

Serving Cortaro, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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H-Bros Excavating & Construction LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Cortaro, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very Well. We can’t say enough about H-Bros excavating! When we approached Marcus to come bid on our job. We were impressed. He seemed to know what he was talking about and told us we would need a D6 or D8 cat to rip all the rocks from the area we wanted flattened. He said he could probably get it done with a D6 and quoted it for that. He ended up bringing a D8 which worked out great since it could rip the rocks a lot faster. To our delight we got done 2 days early. Marcus and team started the job on schedule, were on time each day and worked hard and long hours. They were very professional and very personable. They wanted to make sure that they did the job exactly how we wanted it done. Customer satisfaction was very important to them. They went above and beyond our expectations and we are extremely happy with their services and would recommend them to anyone! They were a pleasure to work with and very honest. Do not hesitate to call them for your excavating needs! They may be a newer company but they are worth it!"
Residential Site
Residential Site
Residential Site
Residential Site
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+21

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Curtis Plumbing Co Inc
4.7(
122
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Serving Cortaro, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 1973

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Braden and Dallas had to dig up my backyard to replace the "big blue". They are very professional and easy to work with. I'm sure the plumbing work they did is excellent, but I'm also very impressed by the way they left my yard. I'm not usually delighted after plumbing experiences, but I am this time. I will definitely call them in the future for any other plumbing needs."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Cortaro, AZ

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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