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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Augusta - Updated Nov 2026

Augusta's Finest Hardscapes, LLC
5.0(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Augusta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Augusta’s Finest Hardscapes installed a retaining wall in my backyard. Will and his crew did an excellent job. They were very professional, polite, and friendly. He did exactly what he said he would do. I love the wall and will definitely use Will again."
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by41%of homeowners
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Tucker's Contracting Services
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Augusta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Tucker was very good. He was polite and respectful. He was on time and when he worked he was careful to do exactly what I had asked. If he was running late arriving he’d call and let me know. He would have me look at what had been done to be sure I was satisfied. If there was something I’d forgotten to ask him to do he’d either do it then if he had the time or make another time to come back and do it! He was very eager to be sure I was satisfied with his work and fix anything I had a problem with. I’ll be calling him when I have more outside work done in the future."
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+17

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Augusta Land Design, LLC
3.9(
54
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Augusta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jim and his crew did an amazing job transforming our backyard of overgrown weeds and bushes into a beautiful, usable outdoor living space. At first the job was just to remove weeds, trimming bushes and like work. However it became obvious he and crew could do much more. Final job included above work, plus old fencing removal and complete fence rebuild including heavy gate, sod installation, and brick patio installation ( I already had the bricks ). In addition we had Jim bring in and lay decorative rock along one section for a stone pathway. Now my wife and I have a nice green lawn, secure fence, and backyard patio to use , relax and enjoy. Project cost was very reasonable considering all work done. But I am convinced the money was very well spent and has added much value to our property. Job very well done !"
Landscaping
Clean up
Lanscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping

+26

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Tropical Landscaping
4.2(
50
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Augusta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"They did an incredible job on our yard, great communication and showed up on time. They made our yard look absolutely beautiful, they built a retaining wall and did absolutely gorgeous landscaping and put sod in our front and back yard. I would recommend them to anyone they are a 10 out of 10"
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+10

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Action Lawn Care and Earthworks
3.9(
28
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Augusta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"My husband and I were pleased with their attitude and their work ethic. They came on the date we determined to be suitable, they went straight to work after introducing themselves and they made any corrections we suggested in a polite and agreeable manner. We are so happy to have them ! Linda Boland, on Stevens Creek in Merriwether Community, SC"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ABH Landscapes
4.2(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Augusta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Did a great job on the bushes. Took care of the pesky christmas lights while they were at it. Did a good job cleaning up afterwards. Did a great job edging as well."
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+13

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mercado Landscaping, LLC
4.4(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Augusta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Came and gave me a quote 1st and references for their work. I was able to see and talk with him and pick a date to do the job. He was very professional and efficient. I appreciated his professionalism and advise. He did a wonderful job with my yard."
Response time10 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

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. 

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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