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Titan Excavating, LLC

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Titan Excavating, LLC

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.

"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "

John B on September 2025

Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.

"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "

John B on September 2025

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Galt Hexagon

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Galt Hexagon

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Galt Hexagon is a locally owned skid steer based land improvement and maintenance company. We are here to build relationships with our customers, providing custom solutions to your project. We specialize in, grading, vegetation management including: brush shredding/mowing, brush removal, selective thinning, gravel driveways, snow removal, concrete removal, material delivery/haul off.

"Awesome communication and did what they said in the time frame they said. Would definitely recommend and will definitely use them again"

Charles M on July 2024

Galt Hexagon is a locally owned skid steer based land improvement and maintenance company. We are here to build relationships with our customers, providing custom solutions to your project. We specialize in, grading, vegetation management including: brush shredding/mowing, brush removal, selective thinning, gravel driveways, snow removal, concrete removal, material delivery/haul off.

"Awesome communication and did what they said in the time frame they said. Would definitely recommend and will definitely use them again"

Charles M on July 2024

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JJM Services, LLC

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JJM Services, LLC

5.00(
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Super Service Award
20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JJM SERVICES LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Jesse did a great job clearing our lot. Fast and efficient. "

Sasha D on September 2025

JJM SERVICES LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Jesse did a great job clearing our lot. Fast and efficient. "

Sasha D on September 2025

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JCH Excavating, LLC

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JCH Excavating, LLC

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JCH EXCAVATING LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

JCH EXCAVATING LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

VH Excavating LLC

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VH Excavating LLC

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16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Vanderhart Construction is a well established business in Iowa, offering the finest in craftsmanship and quality. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched! For the best of the best call Vanderhart Construction for your next project!

Vanderhart Construction is a well established business in Iowa, offering the finest in craftsmanship and quality. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched! For the best of the best call Vanderhart Construction for your next project!

Comegys Fence Construction

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Comegys Fence Construction

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Locally owned & operated since 1998. We specialize only in fencing. We do privacy, chain link and quality treated custom wood. We service all of the Des Moines area. Call or click for your quote today!

"Project went great from demo to clean up and install."

Tim L on June 2024

Locally owned & operated since 1998. We specialize only in fencing. We do privacy, chain link and quality treated custom wood. We service all of the Des Moines area. Call or click for your quote today!

"Project went great from demo to clean up and install."

Tim L on June 2024

Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC

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Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC

4.59(
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Customers say: True professional
27 years of experience

We are Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC and we can help you with any home improvement and maintenance needs. With over 10+ years of experience in a variety of fields, we can do about anything you need! Fully insured and State of Iowa registered contractor. Some of our specialties include: • General household repairs and remodeling • Basements framed to completed living area • Attic insulation • Roofing • Interior\exterior painting • Deck design, install, maintenance, and refinishing • Siding • Window Replacement • Full mowing and edging services • Landscaping design, install and maintenance • Leaf clean up • Gutter cleaning and repair • Tree and bush trimming and removal • Concrete flat work new install, replacement, crack filling • Tuckpointing • Residential and commercial snow removal • Snow and ice removal from roofs and gutters • Ice dam prevention • Holiday lighting custom installs and tear down • Odd jobs, big or small

"CAUTION - when relying on Issac We needed our chimney rebuilt. Issac estimated it and finally we received a starting date. After, working an hour he said the job was too big for him. (some damage to our metal pieces). We request that he would paint it after we find another handyman. Once done he came back and quoted over $100 an hour to paint the chimney. He kept push us out on his calendar. We dropped him. He had us paid for the hour that he worked on the Chimney before exiting. Very poor communication if we are scheduled? If he is starting on the day he last told us? Problem answering texts."

Diane K on September 2018

We are Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC and we can help you with any home improvement and maintenance needs. With over 10+ years of experience in a variety of fields, we can do about anything you need! Fully insured and State of Iowa registered contractor. Some of our specialties include: • General household repairs and remodeling • Basements framed to completed living area • Attic insulation • Roofing • Interior\exterior painting • Deck design, install, maintenance, and refinishing • Siding • Window Replacement • Full mowing and edging services • Landscaping design, install and maintenance • Leaf clean up • Gutter cleaning and repair • Tree and bush trimming and removal • Concrete flat work new install, replacement, crack filling • Tuckpointing • Residential and commercial snow removal • Snow and ice removal from roofs and gutters • Ice dam prevention • Holiday lighting custom installs and tear down • Odd jobs, big or small

"CAUTION - when relying on Issac We needed our chimney rebuilt. Issac estimated it and finally we received a starting date. After, working an hour he said the job was too big for him. (some damage to our metal pieces). We request that he would paint it after we find another handyman. Once done he came back and quoted over $100 an hour to paint the chimney. He kept push us out on his calendar. We dropped him. He had us paid for the hour that he worked on the Chimney before exiting. Very poor communication if we are scheduled? If he is starting on the day he last told us? Problem answering texts."

Diane K on September 2018

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Valenti Services

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Valenti Services

5.00(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Are you tired of being stumped? Call Valenti Services, the Des Moines and surrounding areas tree stump grinding & removal provider. Fully insured and licensed. Our equipment is newer and very effective, quick and leaves a very nice finish. The most competitive pricing and same day services offered in many cases as well as the option to have any grading work done after grinding services are completed. Tired of mowing around that tree stump that has been there for how many years? Wish you didn't have to look at it anymore? We are here to help you turn that eye sore into a space you can enjoy! Check out the link below & schedule an estimate today!

"Great communication and professional. Package price for multiple areas treated was very competitive. Brandon is also very nice and knowledgeable about his trade. Definitely not the poor treatment I’ve received from other similar services. Great job!"

Terence B on April 2018

Are you tired of being stumped? Call Valenti Services, the Des Moines and surrounding areas tree stump grinding & removal provider. Fully insured and licensed. Our equipment is newer and very effective, quick and leaves a very nice finish. The most competitive pricing and same day services offered in many cases as well as the option to have any grading work done after grinding services are completed. Tired of mowing around that tree stump that has been there for how many years? Wish you didn't have to look at it anymore? We are here to help you turn that eye sore into a space you can enjoy! Check out the link below & schedule an estimate today!

"Great communication and professional. Package price for multiple areas treated was very competitive. Brandon is also very nice and knowledgeable about his trade. Definitely not the poor treatment I’ve received from other similar services. Great job!"

Terence B on April 2018

Polk County Heating & Cooling

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Polk County Heating & Cooling

4.65(
17
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Customers say: Quick response
55 years of experience

Also DBA Mc Lint Inc. Additional address: PO Box 158 Polk City, Ia 50226-0158.

"Excellent information before the sale. Came at scheduled time and did work in a timely way. Excellent explanation of the system and how it worked. Return to explain the thermostat to me. I was able to reduce the cost significantly by receiving a rebate as part of the Energy Efficiency Rebate Program. It has also reduced my monthly energy bill. So far the new system has worked flawlessly."

Jean H on February 2018

Also DBA Mc Lint Inc. Additional address: PO Box 158 Polk City, Ia 50226-0158.

"Excellent information before the sale. Came at scheduled time and did work in a timely way. Excellent explanation of the system and how it worked. Return to explain the thermostat to me. I was able to reduce the cost significantly by receiving a rebate as part of the Energy Efficiency Rebate Program. It has also reduced my monthly energy bill. So far the new system has worked flawlessly."

Jean H on February 2018

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FAQs for excavation projects in Saint Charles, IA

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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