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Avatar for Herman Landscaping and Sprinkler Services
Herman Landscaping and Sprinkler Services
4.3(
24
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Riverbank, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Got the job done right. Friendly service. Affotdable. Looking forward to keep doing business with this service."
Landscaping installation, bark,rocks, grass and irrigation system
Trex Deck
Grass installation
Landscaping design and project
Synthetic grass

+89

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Ultimate Concrete
4.6(
55
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Riverbank, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan came out right away and gave an estimate on replacing our 2 car driveway. We decided to expand the side yard to make a 4 car driveway, and he accommodated the day of the start of work. Gave us an awesome price! He and his son were here 3 days, and finished everything. They are clean, professional and friendly. I would recommend Ultimate Concrete to anyone! They do other types of work as well. Thank you Dan!"
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+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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WolfPack EarthCare & Irrigation
5.0(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Riverbank, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"They did a good job cleaning my front and back yard s. Removed all the weeds front and backyard"
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Cal Underground
4.8(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Riverbank, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cal Underground did septic and excavation for my New shop and did one awesome job. Soon I’ll hire him back for my housing development!"
Close to finished new driveway, waiting on gravel
Guest House Demolition
Driveway Culvert Pipe Repair
Aerobic Septic System
New driveway in progress

+86

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RS Milestone General Engineering, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Riverbank, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Professional and efficient I would hire them again in a heartbeat kdb"
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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King's Excavation & Construction LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Riverbank, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

King's Excavation & Construction LLC, led by owner Ian, specializes in top-tier grading work that combines California quality with fair Oregon prices. Known for their speed and efficiency, the team gets in and out while maintaining exceptional attention to detail on every project. Trusted by multiple municipalities, King's Excavation & Construction LLC has built a reputation for delivering reliable and precise results. Whether it's a large-scale municipal project or a smaller job, they ensure every client experiences their commitment to quality and professionalism.

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Santa Cruz Road Build
Santa Cruz Road Build
Santa Cruz Road Build
Santa Cruz Road Build

+4

Response time1 day
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

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.

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