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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Altoona - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for AMERICAN BRUSH CONTROL LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
AMERICAN BRUSH CONTROL LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Our mission is to be a tree service contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today! \n

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+8

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Central Florida Equity Builders, LLC
Central Florida Equity Builders, LLC
4.7(
34
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CFEB did a great job on our new roof. Isaiah guided us through the process with helpful advice and was very responsive in answering questions and giving updates. CFEB was able to work within our deadline and the job was finished on schedule. I would highly recommend CFEB and especially Isaiah and his team."
IKO Dynasty Shingles
IKO Dynasty Shingles
IKO Dynasty Shingles
IKO Dynasty Shingles
IKO Dynasty Shingles

+1

Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for AllJax, Inc.
AllJax, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

AllJax, Inc. is a locally Owned & Operated Company, by an Active Air Force Reservist. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We take pride in servicing our home town of Pasco County and it's surrounding areas of the Tampa area. \nTo contact us directly, Please call/text (727)457-5380 or Email [email protected] \n

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Site Preparation
Site Preparation
Tree Removal
Grading Work

+1

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for DC Hurteau LLC
DC Hurteau LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional ​I couldn't be happier with the brush clearing work around my pond. Overgrown weeds and brush had completely taken over the shoreline, but they cleared it out quickly and thoroughly without damaging the surrounding landscape. Great communication, fair pricing, and top-notch work. We do live outside their normal service range but will definitely use them again."
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Avatar for Johnson's Custom Land Care
Johnson's Custom Land Care
5.0(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Eli is terrific! He showed up promptly to quote the job, and gave me a very reasonable price. He was able to do the job right away. Showed up on time and worked all day to get it done. He did great work. I have become a regular customer. Don’t hesitate to use this company. Honest, reliable and hard working. Could not have asked for more."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sapper Construction LLC
Sapper Construction LLC
4.8(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Altoona, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh came and looked at the job, he gave me estimate. He scheduled the job and his business partner came and did the job. They were both very professional and just great guys to work with. When the job was done, the final price was actually less than the estimate which was great. Will definitely use them again in the future."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

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.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

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