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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Millsboro - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for London's Land Improvements
London's Land Improvements
4.9(
17
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Millsboro, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

London's Land Improvements is a locally owned and operated business with over 10 years of experience. Our top priority is your satisfaction. Give us a call today for a personalized consultation. Let us show you the difference true professionalism can mean to you. It is all about the customer and what you want, plain and simple.

Shed
Concrete removal
Spread of top soil
Final grade
1

+97

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shorescapes
4.8(
70
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Millsboro, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Here at Shorescapes, 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 quality home improvement services. You will find us to be competitively priced, with 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! Serious ready to hire projects only please! \n \n

Bethany Beach
Sod install
Back yard paver walkway
drainage install
landscape

+59

Response time1 day
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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JR Construction
4.7(
13
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Millsboro, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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. \n

Gallery
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
L. Serman Excavating
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Millsboro, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

With over 5 years experience serving the Parsonsburg area, L Serman Excavating is your solution for all your excavation needs. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. Satisfaction Guaranteed!

Response time6 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Deputy Earth Works
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Millsboro, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Deputy Earth Works is a locally owned company offering a diverse set of site work and land services for commercial and residential clients. Specializing in grading, sloping, gravel and stone driveways, drainage corrections, new lawn installs, and a variety of skid steer services.

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
D'Amico's Construction
4.8(
19
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Millsboro, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, competitive pricing 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.

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Air Temp Solutions
4.7(
59
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Millsboro, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Looking for a reliable & affordable heating, cooling, and plumbing company in New Castle County, DE? Air Temp Solutions is here to help. With over a decade of serving the community, we specialize in a wide range of services - including heating repair, air conditioning repair, and water heater repair. Our licensed and insured technicians are extremely passionate about delivering top-notch service, as reflected in our BBB A+ certification and 1100+ 5-star reviews. We understand your needs as a homeowner and offer timely solutions, including same-day service for urgent issues. Discover our latest promos on our website and experience an unmatched level of service with Air Temp Solutions.

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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MJ Home Services LLC
4.0(
361
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Millsboro, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very happy with their work.  No leaks during very heavy rainstorms says it all!  They were very professional and followed up after a couple of rain storms to ensure that we had no further leak problems.  Their work was very neat, and the area they had to excavate to make the repair was very nicely graded. It was almost as if no work at all had been done in that area.  Based upon our experience, I would definitely recommend them again.
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+9

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Wilhelm Site Services, LLC
4.8(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Millsboro, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At Wilhelm Site Services, LLC, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote! \n

Demolition
Home Demolition
Lot/Land clearing in progress
Lot/Land clearing in progress
Lot/Land clearing in progress

+7

Response time30 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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