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Last update on December 30, 2019
Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2016
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Emergency services offered
"Tino and JK did a great job assisting us with the complete demolition of a single story house. Very easy to communicate with and completed the work with minimal dust and debris. Would definitely recommend."
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Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
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Emergency services offered
"GREAT JOB! EXPEDIENT AND PRECISE!"
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Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Jose from Greentrail was very responsive to our request. The prices were very competitive and fair! Also, the team showed great pride in their work. Highly recommend using them for all your landscaping needs! Most importantly, he kept us informed on scheduling communication was excellent!"
Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Unique Landscaping basically did a renovation of my yard- taking out all trees, leveling it out, and putting down all new sod. It looks amazing and we would definitely hire them again!"
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Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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Credit card accepted
"My stairs were falling apart, these folks came in and reframed one side, poured concrete on the broken stairs as well as one side of the wall. It looks fantastic!!"
Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2025
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Emergency services offered
"Demolished oversized garage and cleaned up various debris around property. Great job!!!!"
Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"JM Demolition helped me demo a 2 bedroom apartment and haul out all garbage in a week."
Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Randy did a great job with the landscape lights. Came over to give us a quote the next day and in couple of days completed the job. Thank you"
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Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"contacted T&K Builders after discovering mold in my exterior wall, and their response was immediate and professional. The team quickly demolished the affected area and installed the necessary structural supports to safely hold the roof. Everyone on site worked efficiently, communicated clearly, and maintained a high level of professionalism throughout the process. They kept the site clean, protected materials from the elements, and were extremely organized—especially important since we received over four inches of snow the following day. From start to finish, the experience was seamless and stress-free. Their attention to detail, workmanship, and respect for the property truly set them apart. I would absolutely recommend T&K Builders for any future projects and would not hesitate to call them again."
Serving Deerfield, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"He did a great job!"
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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