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Avatar for SIMPSON'S EXCAVATING
SIMPSON'S EXCAVATING
5.0(
6
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

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%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Next Gen Earthworks
Next Gen Earthworks
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

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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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+1 more

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
Avatar for Anthony's Lawn Care and Landscaping
Anthony's Lawn Care and Landscaping
4.7(
31
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bloomington, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had tried to contact several tree/landscaping professionals because we had a very tall tree fall in our back yard. Thankfully, that one caused no damage, but I had concerns that others were diseased and vulnerable as well. I had a horrible time just having someone call me back. I was able to have two people actually honor a commitment and come to the house to survey the situation. They told me that it would take them several weeks before they could get to it. I found Anthony's name and company through Home Advisor and called him. He had had a cancellation, so he came to my house in about 30 minutes. He surveyed the situation and concurred with the advice of the others, by and large: in addition to the three that had already fallen, three others were dangerous and should be removed. He wrote an estimate right there on the spot. The others told me they would email me one, but never did, even after I called to remind them. His estimate was about what others had verbally told me, but he texted the next day to offer me a discount and told me that he would have it done within a week. I agreed to go with him and am so grateful. He charged less than anyone else, he removed the trees safely without damaging anything else, including our fence, he ground the stumps, had everything removed, and even trimmed some other trees away from the house (an added, last minute request) at no charge. When it was all done, he told me that he would come this fall to plant some seed and tend to some grass that had been killed by the equipment and dead trees as they were removed. Again, at no charge. This guy reminds me of small businessmen from my youth - hardworking, independent, and mostly, honest. I'd hire him again in a heartbeat."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+1

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
144 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Winks Property Solutions LLC
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

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!"
Winks
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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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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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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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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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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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