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Avatar for Phoenix Construction & Landscaping
Phoenix Construction & Landscaping
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Syracuse, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Juan was amazing! 100% pro and did exactly what he said and quickly. I am so thankful for the outstanding service!"
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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D&B Outdoor Services
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Syracuse, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They went over and above to fix a major grade problem I had, very punctual and very hard working!"
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Bison Landscaping
4.3(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Syracuse, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Hired Alberto for yard drainage issues. He responded quickly and was very helpful. His crew installed a drybed and underground drains. They did a greatvjob and were very professional. In fact, they did such a good job, I contacted Alberto the next summer to build a deck. Another great job! My wife and I are really impressed with the work and knowledge that Alberto and his crew showed us. Highly recommended!"
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Dees&Bees Tree Service LLC
4.4(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Syracuse, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They took down the two tallest trees in our yard and did a great job and didn’t damage the houses that the trees were in between."
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Soup's Lawn Care
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Syracuse, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I will fully admit, my grass was very tall and looking a bit rough, but he did a phenomenal job and was able to get the lawn done in a timely manner (only about a day after initially contacting him). He truly did a great job, and I genuinely hope he gets more business. In my opinion, the price was very reasonable for his service."
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Earth Moving Solutions, LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Syracuse, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.\n

Response time2 days
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Butlers landscape & snow removal LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Syracuse, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

At Butler’s Landscape & Snow Removal, we take pride in delivering reliable, high-quality outdoor services that keep your property looking its best year-round. From detailed lawn care and landscaping to dependable snow removal, we are committed to making your home or business stand out in every season.\n\nWe focus on precision, consistency, and customer satisfaction—treating every property as if it were our own. Whether it’s routine maintenance, a full landscape refresh, or clearing your driveway after a snowfall, you can count on us for fast, professional service you can trust.\n\nButler’s Landscape & Snow Removal — dependable service, clean results, every time.\n

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

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.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

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