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Hobbs Excavating
5.0(
7
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Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hobbs excavating was very professional and thorough with the work. They did a great job on cleanup and worked efficiently. I highly recommend Hobbs Excavating."
Level front yard
Level front yard
Level front yard
Drainage and landscape
Level front yard

+22

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SIMPSON'S EXCAVATING
5.0(
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Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Simpsons is the quickest answer I had on how to fix my basement leak. Ronnie came out assessed my situation told me the best plan. When he told me he was gonna be there he was there on the second he said. Great appreciation of his customer service if he had to come in to the house for anything would take his muddy boots off and come in with clean set or plastic wrap coverings 10 out of 10 recommend"
Rebuilding pool deck and releveling the ground for the pool
Retaining wall rebuild
Final grade work
French drains
Demolition on garage

+55

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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ALCHEMY EXCAVATION, LLC
4.9(
8
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Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Alchemy Excavation installed a French drain and extended a previously installed drain for us. I couldn't recommend them enough, they were courteous and very professional. We look forward to having them out again."
Lakeside Gravel Driveway
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Next Gen Earthworks
5.0(
5
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Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an amazing job! I would very highly recommend! Work was very thorough and company replied quickly. Very nice people and they don't quit until job is finished. Please contact them for your excavating needs!!"
checking grade
After
Fence line mulching
Rite of way clearing
She shed

+20

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mulryan Excavating, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently hired Mulryan Excavating to regrade and slope out back yard. We were unable to mow and maintain the yard because it was nothing but big ruts and overgrown brush. They came with their equipment and completely regraded everything and made it manageable."
Back yard restoration
Pond restoration
Pond restoration
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maynor Construction, LLC
4.3(
38
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Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They responded quickly when I asked for a quote and sent it electronically. They arrived in the window they told me. They also did great work for a reasonable price."
Sunroom 2
Sunroom 1
Screened In Porch 1
Screened In Porch 2
Sunroom & Screened Porch

+41

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Winks Property Solutions LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Winks Property Solutions. Robbie handled my yard work and various handyman tasks including hanging shutters and repairing storm damage with professionalism and skill. His pricing was very reasonable and he is someone you can trust! I highly recommend Winks Property Solution if you are looking for reliable, honest, and thorough work!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavating near your Bloomington home will intersect with shallow utility lines or mature tree roots. An 811 request identifies public utilities, but you must hire a professional to locate private lines like sewer laterals. Digging around your foundation during the wet spring season increases interior water infiltration risks. Furthermore, disturbing the local karst geology alters subsurface drainage and directly impacts your crawl space conditions.

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Before starting any excavating, Indiana law mandates calling 811 at least two full business days ahead of time to locate buried utilities. For minor surface issues, add topsoil near your foundation to direct water away from the house. Extend your downspouts and maintain your sump pump to reduce basement moisture. Never attempt to hand-dig near sinkholes or depressions, as these karst features pose severe safety risks.

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In Bloomington, expansive clay soils shift with freeze-thaw cycles, putting pressure on foundation walls and requiring excavating for exterior waterproofing. Older neighborhoods experience tree root intrusion, which demands sewer lateral replacements. Additionally, homes built near karst limestone features face drainage problems that require installing French drains. Finally, aging water service lines and failing rural septic systems are prime candidates for this heavy work.

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Start by securing all required permits from the city and coordinating with local utility departments. Submit your 811 locate request at least two business days before excavating begins. Schedule your project between August and October to avoid Bloomington's wet spring season and prevent trench wall collapses. Always verify your contractor holds an active state license, and notify your neighbors early to prevent property line disputes.

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Homes built between the 1940s and 1970s are prime candidates for excavating due to aging sewer laterals and original water lines. Check your IN soil survey; lots with high clay content face severe drainage issues over time. Repeated basement water intrusion requires exterior waterproofing. Additionally, properties situated on steep slopes or relying on private septic systems demand professional digging to correct failing drainage fields.

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