Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Mokena, IL

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your excavation project in Mokena, IL?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY MOKENA, IL HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.7
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon39
    Verified excavation services reviews

Verified Reviews for Excavation pros in Mokena, IL

*The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Mokena, IL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Excavation companies in Mokena, IL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

Last update on June 13, 2026

Find Excavation pros in Mokena

Avatar for Summit Demolition
Summit Demolition
5.0(
3
)

Serving Mokena, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Blend and his team finished a big demo & haul away job in half a day. We had a 30+ year old deck and gazebo with wood rot in our backyard that desperately needed to go. He and his guys dismantled everything down to the soil and left without a trace of debris. Plus they carefully preserved our electrical connection. I highly recommend the Ferreti team for demo and junk removal, they were friendly and communicative throughout the job as well. 5 stars!"
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for J.E.M Landscaping LLC
J.E.M Landscaping LLC
4.4(
5
)

Serving Mokena, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"J.E.M landscaping built a beautiful front landscape for my home, including mulch, paver stones, well sorted planting of small trees and shrubs. Lined up the grass professionally and installed soft lighting on the sidelines of the walkway. Overall Fantastic job, landscape is still standing strong!"
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for Sacramento Serrano Landscaping
Sacramento Serrano Landscaping
3.4(
16
)

Serving Mokena, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very pleased with the work. Oscar did a great job in coming up with a beautiful 3D design for the patio and helping in selecting the right material. The crew was very professional and hardworking and they completed within the timeframe that was set. Great communication through the project and cleanliness post project. I would highly recommend them for brick and pavers projects."
Unilock hollandstone steps
Unilock hollandstone steps
Unilock Hollandstone
Unilock Hollandstone
Unilock hollandstone

+48

Response time3 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Request Quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 132
Excavating questions, answered by experts

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

The Mokena, IL homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles