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Dean Excavating

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Dean Excavating

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Dean Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Ponds, water ways, tree clearing, drainage ditches, land management, farm clean up, ect. Large equipment, not suitable for in town yard work.

"They work very efficiently, they are very friendly. He knew exactly what I wanted and what he needed to do to get that result."

Brian K on September 2022

Dean Excavating is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Ponds, water ways, tree clearing, drainage ditches, land management, farm clean up, ect. Large equipment, not suitable for in town yard work.

"They work very efficiently, they are very friendly. He knew exactly what I wanted and what he needed to do to get that result."

Brian K on September 2022


Finley Creek Trucking, LLC

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Finley Creek Trucking, LLC

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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Finley Creek Trucking LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Fast and courteous delivery "

Ryan B on January 2025

Finley Creek Trucking LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Fast and courteous delivery "

Ryan B on January 2025


Roth Drainage

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Roth Drainage

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26 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

At our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.


Applegate Excavating & Sewer Service

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Applegate Excavating & Sewer Service

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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of excavation and sewer services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Good work"

Jerry P on January 2023

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of excavation and sewer services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Good work"

Jerry P on January 2023


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Kaufman Earthmoving LLC

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Kaufman Earthmoving LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
37 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Kaufman Earthmoving was established in 1988. Though out the year Kaufman Earthmoving serves the Macon, Piatt, Dewitt County and more. Here at Kaufman Earthmoving we have tackled some of the biggest jobs in soil and water conservation district all the way down to site prep, and land clearing. Armado is no job too big no job too small. We are always here for the customers 24/7

"Contractor needed to dig post holes for fencing project with many on a incline and a few along backside of garage with limited access. Kyle arrived with a mini excavator with a post hole digger/auger attachment on the date/time we agreed to. A real pleasure to work with as holes were dug on a very hot Sat. afternoon. He showed up, was very professional and flawlessly completed the job. Would definitely recommend and hire this contractor again. "

Chuck R on July 2025

Kaufman Earthmoving was established in 1988. Though out the year Kaufman Earthmoving serves the Macon, Piatt, Dewitt County and more. Here at Kaufman Earthmoving we have tackled some of the biggest jobs in soil and water conservation district all the way down to site prep, and land clearing. Armado is no job too big no job too small. We are always here for the customers 24/7

"Contractor needed to dig post holes for fencing project with many on a incline and a few along backside of garage with limited access. Kyle arrived with a mini excavator with a post hole digger/auger attachment on the date/time we agreed to. A real pleasure to work with as holes were dug on a very hot Sat. afternoon. He showed up, was very professional and flawlessly completed the job. Would definitely recommend and hire this contractor again. "

Chuck R on July 2025



Adamson Concrete & Son

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Adamson Concrete & Son

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Free onsite estimate

Driveways, Sidewalks, Patios, Parking Lots, Foundations, Stamped Concrete, Footings, Excavation, Slabs Commercial, Residential, Agricultural Over 16 years of experience in the Champaign/Urbana IL area

Driveways, Sidewalks, Patios, Parking Lots, Foundations, Stamped Concrete, Footings, Excavation, Slabs Commercial, Residential, Agricultural Over 16 years of experience in the Champaign/Urbana IL area



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Jon Gross Building Arts

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Jon Gross Building Arts

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Award winning degreed landscape designer with over 34 years industry experience specializing in custom landscape design, planning and consultation. Whether seeking help in just a design role or need construction planning and/or consultation, Jon Gross Building Arts will provide exceptional service at every phase of your landscaping project.

"Jon was AMAZING, and our backyard has been transformed from a dog-centric wasteland to a place for entertaining and relaxation. Jon is an artist who has great ideas about how to transform your space into something functional AND beautiful. He is a perfectionist with an eye for the small details. He is also extremely patient; our ideas and goals developed over the course of the project. He was flexible and always contributed great ideas and feedback based on his many years of experience. Working with Jon was the highlight of our summer-- not only because we have enjoyed our new outdoor space but also because we truly enjoyed spending time with him. I can't imagine there is anyone else in town that can match his quality of work and his eye for design. I would not hesitate to hire him again...and will be doing so next year when we tackle the front yard."

Shawna S on October 2022

Award winning degreed landscape designer with over 34 years industry experience specializing in custom landscape design, planning and consultation. Whether seeking help in just a design role or need construction planning and/or consultation, Jon Gross Building Arts will provide exceptional service at every phase of your landscaping project.

"Jon was AMAZING, and our backyard has been transformed from a dog-centric wasteland to a place for entertaining and relaxation. Jon is an artist who has great ideas about how to transform your space into something functional AND beautiful. He is a perfectionist with an eye for the small details. He is also extremely patient; our ideas and goals developed over the course of the project. He was flexible and always contributed great ideas and feedback based on his many years of experience. Working with Jon was the highlight of our summer-- not only because we have enjoyed our new outdoor space but also because we truly enjoyed spending time with him. I can't imagine there is anyone else in town that can match his quality of work and his eye for design. I would not hesitate to hire him again...and will be doing so next year when we tackle the front yard."

Shawna S on October 2022


B&B Demolition

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B&B Demolition

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We tear down houses, garages, barns, sheds, along with any concrete, brick, and stone foundations. We give free estimates and are willing to do almost any residential projects you throw at us. We are a family owned business that give affordable rates so please feel free to give us a call at anytime. Thank you!

We tear down houses, garages, barns, sheds, along with any concrete, brick, and stone foundations. We give free estimates and are willing to do almost any residential projects you throw at us. We are a family owned business that give affordable rates so please feel free to give us a call at anytime. Thank you!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

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