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Last update on December 08, 2025
Serving Aurora, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Very easy and straightforward to deal with. Did everything as promised and on time. Would use them again for sure"
Serving Aurora, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Tim and his crew were a delight. He and his team repaired my wood floor and baseboards, a job that took extreme craftsmanship because the materials in my older home are no longer available. They came up with a solution and the finished job looked as if it was the original decor. Would I hire Tim and his crew again? You bet! I’m sending him a punch list of repairs with the reassurance that the job will be done with care and excellence. Thank you!"
+5
Serving Aurora, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Josh did great. Such a nice young man. Would recommend him highly."
+6
Serving Aurora, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"Punctuality and professionalism are key for me, and Bergen Co delivers on both every time. I call them for issues I can’t fix myself, from installing a ceiling fan to fixing a leaky pipe. Bergen Co arrives exactly when scheduled and gets straight to work. They are very polite and make sure everything is installed correctly and safely. I appreciated their efficiency and respect for my home. They are fair and affordable."
+11
Serving Aurora, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"They were extremely nice and professional and did an excellent job doing both the bush hogging and driveway grading we needed done. Their prices are reasonable and we highly recommend them for such project needs."
Serving Aurora, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Grateful to angi list. The customer was called on the right time."
Serving Aurora, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Great work! We had a couple culverts replaced and the job was done quickly and most importantly correctly. Would definitely recommend."
+3
Serving Aurora, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Very responsive, professional and honest. Explained the process, made sure I was happy with the completed work and even made suggestions which decreased the original estimated cost of our project. We will be using them again."
Serving Aurora, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"Rebuilt slope for property line."
+2
Serving Aurora, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Project: rip out old landscaping timbers and old vegetation. Kaden Lowe was extremely good. He reviewed the work that I needed to have done, and he gave me a very reasonable estimate. He kept me informed of everything he was doing. The results are amazing. I had him do additional work that was not part of the original estimate. He viewed the additional work and gave me another reasonable estimate. He is very respectful. He and his assistant worked very hard, He made sure that everything was perfect according to our requirements. He finished the work in one day, and he didn't quit until he was finished and got our approval. He cleaned up the work area. He left the landscaping work "picture perfect". I would absolutely refer them to anyone. Please put them at the top of your referral list for a great landscaper."
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.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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