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Last update on July 30, 2020
Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
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"Workers were very polite and neat in their cleaning up after job was completed. The price I was given was the lowest of four I was quoted."
Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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"Would be tough to find another company that works so hard with great pricing and top notch work. They installed a paver patio with a tv wall with a fire pit and sitting wall. They also added in a walkway with landscaping and sodded the rest of the yard. Their work is phenomenal! I can’t say enough about the crew but they put their all into your project to make sure you’re very happy!"
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Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
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"Demolished oversized garage and cleaned up various debris around property. Great job!!!!"
Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
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"Brian was very easy to work with and professional"
Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"Did an awesome job on my new concrete stairs. So thankful I no longer have to worry about it. And price was competitive."
Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas
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Offers commercial services
"We had a brick patio installed and couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. The contractor was professional, easy to work with, and clearly knew what they were doing. They helped us choose a layout that fits the space perfectly, and the final result looks fantastic."
Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"Thank you! JV Landscaping for fitting us into your schedule after a rainy week! My parents & I are recovering from covid & thank goodness JV Landscaping has been able to come to our rescue! I have signed up with them to finish our landscaping for the rest of the year! I don't have to think about fall clean-up! :)"
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Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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Offers commercial services
"JM Demolition helped me demo a 2 bedroom apartment and haul out all garbage in a week."
Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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"Oscar was very responsive. Got back to me on time. They did a good job overall with the whole project."
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Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1998
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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\nWe have been in business since 1998. We specialize in Excavation work residential and commercial as well as Lawn Maintenance & Tree Removal.
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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