Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Live Oak, FL

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your excavation project in Live Oak, FL?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY LIVE OAK, FL HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon5
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon13
    Verified excavation services reviews

Verified Reviews for Excavation pros in Live Oak, FL

*The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Live Oak, FL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Excavation companies in Live Oak, FL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

Last update on June 09, 2026

Find Excavation pros in Live Oak

Avatar for Conway land clearing and site prep
Conway land clearing and site prep
5.0(
9
)

Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Wow! Jeremy & his crew did an EXCEPTIONAL job clearing our site. There were trees, shrubs, random junk, large areas of cement and even sections with slabs of concrete half a foot thick and they just handled it all! Their pricing was reasonable, the scheduling was fast & convenient, and we could not be happier with the outcome. They left a very clean site behind. They are true pros. We will tell everyone we know about Conway Land Clearing & Site Prep!"
Before starting
Installed 5 palms for a customer in there backyard
Before I ever broke ground
During project
Clearing 1 acre

+12

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for M.C. Cutting Edge Site Prep & Forestry
M.C. Cutting Edge Site Prep & Forestry
5.0(
11
)

Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys came out clean, trimmed They came out and fixed my decrepit lawn, very happy with the service their work ethic and their responsiveness, professionalism will definitely bring them back. Any projects I highly recommend."
Q1 Work completed
Q1 Work completed
Q1 Work completed
Maple next to a house
Maple next to a house

+3

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for Gatorland Services LLC
Gatorland Services LLC
4.9(
17
)

Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gatorland Services. did a very good job on our yard, had a slope causing rainwater to pool on the concrete deck.Justin the owner advised us to level and grade the area, which he did as shown in the pics included. He is dependable and honest young man,We recommend anyone needing landscaping done to call him."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for Shepard & Sons, LLC
Shepard & Sons, LLC
4.9(
74
)

Serving Live Oak, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had Shepard and sons come out and clear about a half acre they were their ontime got the jib done in a reasonable time and very professional would definitely use them again"
Photos
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Request Quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 75
Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

The Live Oak, FL homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles