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*The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Tolono, IL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.
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Last update on December 15, 2025
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Dean Excavating
Dean Excavating
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
Mennenga Construction, Inc.
Mennenga Construction, Inc.
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
61 years of experience
Our company prides itself on reliability, integrity and quality work. When Mennenga Construction, Inc., is hired, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We are a total home service company and apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. Whether you need a door installed or are looking to build a home, Mennenga Construction, Inc., is the company to call. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!
"Very good work, fast, clean, professional. Merle is very easy to deal with."
Dale E on October 2015
Our company prides itself on reliability, integrity and quality work. When Mennenga Construction, Inc., is hired, we make it a point to provide the highest level of customer service. We are a total home service company and apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. Whether you need a door installed or are looking to build a home, Mennenga Construction, Inc., is the company to call. We look forward to earning your business! Thank you!
"Very good work, fast, clean, professional. Merle is very easy to deal with."
Dale E on October 2015
Roth Drainage
Roth Drainage
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.
Jon Gross Building Arts
Jon Gross Building Arts
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
GULLIFORD SEPTIC TANK SERVICE
GULLIFORD SEPTIC TANK SERVICE
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
We offer restaurant and residential grease trap cleaning, septic tank cleaning and drain line cleaning, septic inspections and more throughout Central Illinois.
We offer restaurant and residential grease trap cleaning, septic tank cleaning and drain line cleaning, septic inspections and more throughout Central Illinois.
Popejoy Inc
Popejoy Inc
Customers say: Super punctual
41 years of experience
People pleasing solutions since 1984. Popejoy Incorporated is the premier dealer of all the latest commercial and residential products including Trane, Weil McLain, Generac, Northstar Products, Delta, and many more.
People pleasing solutions since 1984. Popejoy Incorporated is the premier dealer of all the latest commercial and residential products including Trane, Weil McLain, Generac, Northstar Products, Delta, and many more.
Edwards Heating & Cooling
Edwards Heating & Cooling
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
Heating, cooling and plumbing, duct cleaning, indoor air quality solution, geothermal, water softeners & water heaters.
"My technician Walter Brown was excellent, I highly recommend him. He was professional and knowledgeable and diagnosed my issue quickly."
Mary B on July 2025
Heating, cooling and plumbing, duct cleaning, indoor air quality solution, geothermal, water softeners & water heaters.
"My technician Walter Brown was excellent, I highly recommend him. He was professional and knowledgeable and diagnosed my issue quickly."
Mary B on July 2025
Wick Concrete Inc.
Wick Concrete Inc.
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of professional quality construction. We are dedicated to customer satisfaction.
18 years of professional quality construction. We are dedicated to customer satisfaction.
Meade's Paving
Meade's Paving
Customers say: Quality work
26 years of experience
15 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charge. May contact through e-mail.
"I called them for an estimate back in March 2025. Decided to go with them after getting multiple quotes. I called to schedule their services in July and for the last four months I had to call them to see when they would be coming out. The last time I spoke to them was October 27. When they were supposed to come out and do the driveway but no one ever came and I got no phone call. I had to call them the next day and they said that they were short staffed and weather was an issue for them. They said that they would call me back in a few days to schedule another date and that was several weeks ago. I have attempted to call several times to get a driveway scheduled and they can?t call me back but somehow when I have called them, they?re able to change their voicemail. Not a professional company and greatly lacks communication. "
Jennifer B on November 2025
15 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charge. May contact through e-mail.
"I called them for an estimate back in March 2025. Decided to go with them after getting multiple quotes. I called to schedule their services in July and for the last four months I had to call them to see when they would be coming out. The last time I spoke to them was October 27. When they were supposed to come out and do the driveway but no one ever came and I got no phone call. I had to call them the next day and they said that they were short staffed and weather was an issue for them. They said that they would call me back in a few days to schedule another date and that was several weeks ago. I have attempted to call several times to get a driveway scheduled and they can?t call me back but somehow when I have called them, they?re able to change their voicemail. Not a professional company and greatly lacks communication. "
Jennifer B on November 2025
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services
Customers say: True professional
90 years of experience
Additional phone - (800) 438-7686, (217) 367-9427, (217) 358-8730. Additional DBAs - Roto-Rooter Group Inc, Roto-Rooter.
"After a sewage overflow they tore up the bottom two feet of the walls and the flooring. They also repaired a section of old clay piping in the yard."
Sue L on October 2024
Additional phone - (800) 438-7686, (217) 367-9427, (217) 358-8730. Additional DBAs - Roto-Rooter Group Inc, Roto-Rooter.
"After a sewage overflow they tore up the bottom two feet of the walls and the flooring. They also repaired a section of old clay piping in the yard."
Sue L on October 2024
FAQs for excavation projects in Tolono, 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.
The Tolono, IL homeowners’ guide to excavation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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