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LT Excavating
4.5(
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Serving Pekin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Great job! Prompt .Was very physical job and they they did it with smile. very courteous young men ,extremely hard workers professional. Would highly recommend LT Excavating"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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HK Trucking & Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Pekin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Extremely helpful and easy to work with, Hunter listened to all of my wishes and did exactly what I wanted done. He pulled weeds, did some remulching, and overall brought life back to my yard! I will hire him again in the future for upkeep. 10/10 recommend — Hunter seems very genuine and although young, very intelligent and wise."
Erosion control
Erosion control
Erosion control
Erosion control
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Applegate Excavating & Sewer Service
5.0(
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Serving Pekin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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!

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Sprocket Excavating LLC
5.0(
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Serving Pekin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Sprocket 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.\n

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Spittler Construction
New to Angi

Serving Pekin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I have been in some form of construction most of my adult life. And recently have started turning it into a business for myself. From grading to excavating work to remodel projects we can handle it. We are based in Hennepin and work all over the Illinois Valley. We pride ourselves on being prompt, upfront and honest with our customers to give the customer the best experience possible. \n\n24 hour emergency service available

Rental House Repairs
Rental House Repairs
Rental House Repairs
Rental House Repairs
Bar Build

+7

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Reinhart Grounds Maintenance, Inc.
2.8(
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Serving Pekin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Reinhart Grounds Maintenance, Inc., is one of the largest full service commercial landscape companies in the central Illinois region. We have been able to meet the needs of any size customer by using the most advanced equipment, latest techniques and highly trained staff. Please call us today for a quote!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NRE Land Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Pekin, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did a great job leveling off my gravel driveway by adding new gravel also installed a gravel area behind house leveled off and looks great . Customer service was excellent always kept me informed as to what was going on and did the job in a timely manner. I have more projects to do and will definitely call them back to do them"
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Stump removal
Garage demolition
New rock driveway
Pasture mowing

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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.

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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