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Todds excavating

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Todds excavating

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Been in business 5 plus years now We offer fast and quality services we wontt make u wait months to get something done We offer Septic tank installation Storm shelter installation Driveways culverts Property clean Demolition Land Clearing Water Electric lines And any other excavating needs

Been in business 5 plus years now We offer fast and quality services we wontt make u wait months to get something done We offer Septic tank installation Storm shelter installation Driveways culverts Property clean Demolition Land Clearing Water Electric lines And any other excavating needs

R J Colbert Enterpsises Inc

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R J Colbert Enterpsises Inc

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We are an Oklahoma based company with over 20 years experience in commercial and residential construction . Our office staff is seasoned in all areas of building or remodeling. Our company is headed by Dr. Ruth J Barnes, CEO and the day to day operations are run by Felix Scott ,COO . We have a team of local professionals skilled and equipped to handle your job .

We are an Oklahoma based company with over 20 years experience in commercial and residential construction . Our office staff is seasoned in all areas of building or remodeling. Our company is headed by Dr. Ruth J Barnes, CEO and the day to day operations are run by Felix Scott ,COO . We have a team of local professionals skilled and equipped to handle your job .

Glisson Landscapes Inc.

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Glisson Landscapes Inc.

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29 years of experience

No job is too big or small. We contract and handle most all jobs and work ourselves, and sub-contract minimal amounts of work. Based upon size of the job, payment options are available. BS in Biology. NCMA certified.

No job is too big or small. We contract and handle most all jobs and work ourselves, and sub-contract minimal amounts of work. Based upon size of the job, payment options are available. BS in Biology. NCMA certified.

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Soldier Concrete/Construction

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Soldier Concrete/Construction

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17 years of experience

"SOLDIER CONCRETE/CONSTRUCTION" Was started in late 2008 by 2 United States Military Veterans with 28+ years experience in the Concrete and Construction Field! After working many years for larger Construction Companies, We realized that with Our combined Concrete and Construction Knowledge We could give our clients a more personal Touch with their Concrete and Construction Projects! We @ "SOLDIER" Know very well the struggles of Families in this Economy, We have families of our own. Thats why we are a meet and Greet company that take the time to meet and understand our Clients/Friend needs. With a full understanding we can adjust our proposals to give the fairest price possible! We can't Honestly Guarantee we can beat every Contractor price every time, We Can Guarantee that Your Project will be done as we would do our very own! WE serve our Clients as We did Our Country! With Pride, Dedication, and Attention to Detail! Word of Mouth has been are Greatest asset. Our clients have become our friends , and it's this reputation that brings us back to their homes, Their Friends Homes, and to the Homes of our Newest Clients/Friends. We Encourage You to always meet you Contractors! Take time to get alternate bids! Search their reputation, ask for referals. We @ "SOLDIER" Look forward to meeting you and Helping you with your Project! My Partner is a 3rd Generation Concrete Finisher who enjoys the reputation of Quality that he has worked so Hard to establish. Everything is upfront with "SOLDIER" There are NO hidden fees! Or Goal @ "SOLDIER" Is to give Our Clients What they ask for at a fair Price, Give Our clients the Best Quality possible, and Put Americans back to work! GOD BLESS AMERICA! " SOUTH CENTRAL ILLINOIS GROWTH ALLIANCE" 2011 (TOP 5) "Emerging Entrepreneur Award Recepient!"

"SOLDIER CONCRETE/CONSTRUCTION" Was started in late 2008 by 2 United States Military Veterans with 28+ years experience in the Concrete and Construction Field! After working many years for larger Construction Companies, We realized that with Our combined Concrete and Construction Knowledge We could give our clients a more personal Touch with their Concrete and Construction Projects! We @ "SOLDIER" Know very well the struggles of Families in this Economy, We have families of our own. Thats why we are a meet and Greet company that take the time to meet and understand our Clients/Friend needs. With a full understanding we can adjust our proposals to give the fairest price possible! We can't Honestly Guarantee we can beat every Contractor price every time, We Can Guarantee that Your Project will be done as we would do our very own! WE serve our Clients as We did Our Country! With Pride, Dedication, and Attention to Detail! Word of Mouth has been are Greatest asset. Our clients have become our friends , and it's this reputation that brings us back to their homes, Their Friends Homes, and to the Homes of our Newest Clients/Friends. We Encourage You to always meet you Contractors! Take time to get alternate bids! Search their reputation, ask for referals. We @ "SOLDIER" Look forward to meeting you and Helping you with your Project! My Partner is a 3rd Generation Concrete Finisher who enjoys the reputation of Quality that he has worked so Hard to establish. Everything is upfront with "SOLDIER" There are NO hidden fees! Or Goal @ "SOLDIER" Is to give Our Clients What they ask for at a fair Price, Give Our clients the Best Quality possible, and Put Americans back to work! GOD BLESS AMERICA! " SOUTH CENTRAL ILLINOIS GROWTH ALLIANCE" 2011 (TOP 5) "Emerging Entrepreneur Award Recepient!"

FAQs for excavation projects in Metropolis, IL

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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