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Avatar for MasterAZscapes, LLC
MasterAZscapes, LLC
3.7(
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Serving Tempe, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Once got the communication resolved they did what they said would do. They did come out and completed the work. Also did clean up after themselves. I am very satisfied with the completed job."
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 Paver driveway and walkway

+16

Response time3 days
291 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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DXM Contracting, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Tempe, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired this company to excavate our empty lot in Laveen to install empty conduits and properly grade the property. They did an excellent job from start to finish. The crew was professional, punctual, and very knowledgeable about the excavation process. They completed the trenching for the conduits efficiently and made sure everything was placed correctly. The grading was done with great attention to detail, leaving the property level and ready for the next phase of construction. Communication was clear throughout the project, and they kept the job site clean and organized. I truly appreciate their hard work and would highly recommend them to anyone needing excavation or grading services."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Flat Earth Grading, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Tempe, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cant say enough about the professionalism Steven and Luis showed us professionalism from the beginning to the end of the project. They did an amazing job on our grading project. Will refer Flat Earth Grading to friends and family. Thank you for helping us with this project."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Altissimo Construction LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Tempe, 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."
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H-Bros Excavating & Construction LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Tempe, 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!"
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+21

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Empty wallot land management
5.0(
7
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Serving Tempe, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Wallot was always on time. He stands behind his work and is very professional. I will be using Wallots for all of my fuel management and excavation needs to come. Fast. Reliable. Efficient. Motivated. A real hard worker."
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Remove infested palm tree

+12

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Polk Grading, LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Tempe, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Nick after another excavator no call no showed. Nick was able to step in and get me on his schedule in a few days. Communication between Nick and my GC was excellent. Rough grade on the site, trenching for foundation and sewer lines. Everything was done on time and on plan. No hesitation to recommend his service."
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Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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