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

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had Gene at Canyon edge Excavating complete our project in Munds Park this week. We needed a trench dug over 100? from a power pole to our property with all the necessary conduit, sweeps, depths etc for APS. Genes communication every step of the way was outstanding! I work in the construction industry dealing with contractors every day and there is no one better. He made sure everything was Blue Staked, ensured all County easements were correct and dealt with APS for the inspections. I highly recommend Gene and Canyon Edge Excavating!! I definitely will be using him again for our pad and other projects."
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(
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Serving Vail, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Major Landscaping project. Excellent job the project turned out so beautiful. Thank you so much. I have already recommended them to others. The quality of work is exceptional."
Response time8 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cherry Landscape, Inc.
3.7(
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Serving Vail, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, crew of 5 to perform grading of backyard and nonstop work. Re-lasered half way through job to ensure slope of yard would ensure correct water flow after rain."
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Landscape Design & Installation 1
Commercial 1
Desert landscape with rock and flower
 Landscape

+40

Response time1 day
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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PDW Septic Pumping
4.7(
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Serving Vail, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"PDW SEPTIC IS A VERY DIVERSE COMPANY. Not only do they pump septic tanks but can evaluate your current system, do major modifications, complete installation of new septic systems along with the leaching system. Tony, the foreman has over 35 years experience in the septic field and is very experienced in all phases of taking care of all your septic needs, as he did mine. Tony explained to me how your septic system is the very heart of your home as it can’t function without it. Thanks PDW, you gave my 50 year old septic system a new lease on life, and that I am grateful for"
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Tubac Builders LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Vail, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If you are looking for quality work, you need contact TUBAC BUILDERS. Luis and Jesus were very knowledgeable and did a very good job for me. My biggest thing was I needed a lot of stucco repair in my house, it looks so good I can’t tell where it was fixed. They figured out a way to fix a gate that had not worked since I’ve lived here. I mostly needed maintenance work done but I’m positive they would do good work on whatever the project you had. They were kind, courteous and always on time. Give TUBAC BUILDERS a call, you won’t regret it Juillene Hewitt"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+16

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Curtis Plumbing Co Inc
4.7(
122
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Serving Vail, 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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JJ’s Precision Excavation
5.0(
6
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Serving Vail, AZ and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very prompt, knowledgeable, and professional. We are happy with the worked performed and would recommend using JJs precision excavating. We plan to use them in the future!"
Backyard level and extension.
Excavating Project
Backyard before
Excavating Project
Excavating Project

+45

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Vail, 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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