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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Mchenry - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Efrains Brick Paving and Landscaping
Efrains Brick Paving and Landscaping
5.0(
21
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mchenry, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Efrain responded quickly, showed up when he said he would, explained how he would fix the retaining wall (including adding drainage so no future problems arose) and was very communicative. He completed the job when he said he would and it looks wonderful. I would wholeheartedly recommend him based on my experience. Rarely do I find it enjoyable to work with someone on home repair, but he was excellent!"
Walkway
Walkway
Patio
Patio
Patio

+3

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Avatar for Greentrail Landscape & Design, Inc.
Greentrail Landscape & Design, Inc.
4.3(
81
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Mchenry, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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!"
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Avatar for Unique Landscaping Service
Unique Landscaping Service
4.3(
143
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Mchenry, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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KIDS PLAYGROUND AREA
AFTER
PLANTING DESIGNS
Hardscape Projects

+452

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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T&K Builders LLC
4.2(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Mchenry, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
Mall Dr Shell remodel
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BK Enhancements
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Mchenry, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"BK Enhancements did great work edging, mulching and removing leaves/weeds. I am very happy with the landscaping."
What We Can Do For You
What We Can Do For You
What We Can Do For You
What We Can Do For You
What We Can Do For You

+2

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Avatar for Daybreaker, Inc.
Daybreaker, Inc.
4.2(
18
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Mchenry, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Great people to work with, work was done properly, happy with the result, thank you"
Before 1
Before 2
Sidewalk 1
Sidewalk 2
Rear sidewalk/patio

+54

Response time4 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Greenlight Design Group
5.0(
5
)
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mchenry, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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"
Dry Riverbed
Outdoor Illumination
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting

+38

Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landscapes
4.2(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mchenry, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Customers say: Quality work

Welcome to Landscapes!We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now! \n

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Avatar for Van Heart Services, LLC
Van Heart Services, LLC
5.0(
4
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Mchenry, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Everything was great. He had good communication and was great to work with"
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

Maintain open communication and address issues as they arise, ensuring contract terms cover potential delays.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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