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Avatar for Hobbs Excavating
Hobbs Excavating
5.0(
7
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Spencer, 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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SIMPSON'S EXCAVATING
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Spencer, 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 rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ALCHEMY EXCAVATION, LLC
4.9(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Spencer, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Alchemy Excavation did an awesome grading and brush clearing job!"
Lakeside Gravel Driveway
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Mulryan Excavating, LLC
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Spencer, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently hired Mulryan Excavating, LLC for a project, and they exceeded my expectations! Their team was professional, efficient, and completed the job on time. The quality of their work was outstanding, and they went above and beyond to ensure everything was done to perfection. I highly recommend Mulryan Excavating, LLC for any excavation needs! ð ·â â ï¸ ð ª"
Back yard restoration
Pond restoration
Pond restoration
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Anthony's Lawn Care and Landscaping
4.7(
31
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Spencer, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Friendly, professional, cleaned up all branches. Trimmed trees exactly to what we wanted.."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+1

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
108 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M & C Excavating and Construction
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Spencer, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job was done well and in a timely manner. Cleaned up nicely when Job was completed."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kole Jones Excavating
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Spencer, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kole Jones Excavating did fantastic work for us. They dug out the crawl space and footers for our new home build. Kole does quick, clean work. Heâ s very knowledgeable and easy to work with. Prices are great. I would recommend to anyone!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Silvers Concrete and Paving, LLC
4.2(
12
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Spencer, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The approach to the road they poured for us is beautiful, but it wasn’t quite angled properly for the existing driveway. That is the reason for docking half a star. Now our drive looks like it has a kink in it. Other than that we are happy with it. Haven’t been able to drive on it yet since we are still in the 21-day waiting period."
Driveway
Driveway
Stamped Patio
Stamped Patio
Brushed Patio

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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.

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