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Top-Rated Excavation pros in De Soto - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Four Seasons Landscaping & Hardscaping LLC
Four Seasons Landscaping & Hardscaping LLC
4.9(
74
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving De Soto, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Four Seasons Landscaping & Hardscaping LLC did an amazing job on my concrete project. They took exactly what I had in mind and brought it to life with great attention to detail. Professional, easy to work with, and high-quality results—highly recommend!"
Paver patio, retaining walls and columns
Patio walls and columns?
patio with pavers
Concrete steps and retaining wall
Concrete steps and retaining wall

+86

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Double M Groundworks LLC
Double M Groundworks LLC
5.0(
25
)
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving De Soto, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Huge shout out to Double M Groundwork! 👏 They recently cleared land in our backyard, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. They removed the trees all the way down to the roots, so we weren’t left with a yard full of stumps, gave us an incredible view of our pond again, spread everything out evenly, and left the property looking fantastic. They showed up when they said they would, worked efficiently, and got the job done right. It’s always a pleasure supporting a local business that takes pride in their work. If you’re looking for land clearing or excavation work, I highly recommend giving Double M Groundwork a call! Double M Groundworks LLC"
Upper driveway
Lower driveway
Feed Pen Rebuild
Section 1
Section 2

+5

Response time40 mins
Response rate100%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Z&M CONSTRUCTION, EXCAVATION, & SEPTIC
Z&M CONSTRUCTION, EXCAVATION, & SEPTIC
5.0(
6
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving De Soto, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Z&M Construction, Excavation & Septic provided and acceptable and affordable solution to the drainage problem on the property. If the City of Fort Scott had not intervened (as the problem with drainage was due to their negligence) I would have hired Z&M."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by20%of homeowners
Avatar for Up Rooted Lawn and Landscape, LLC
Up Rooted Lawn and Landscape, LLC
4.5(
15
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving De Soto, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I used their service over a year ago and was super pleased with their work. They were very professional and knew their way around the many tree types on my lot. I couldn’t have been more pleased. I took too long to review their work because we sold the property and moved shortly after they trimmed the trees. I definitely would recommend them and would use them again if I ever need their service."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Clear Path Solutions
Clear Path Solutions
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving De Soto, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Brush mowing
Brush mowing
Brush mowing
Brush mowing
Brush mowing

+9

Avatar for Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating
Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating
5.0(
3
)
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving De Soto, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We thought we had a sinkhole but Corbin determined it was a huge, old septic tank! In one day it was fixed. He communicated well and tried hard to repair grass spots that equipment dug into as well as smoothing out the fill dirt. We wouldn’t hesitate to hire again."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

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.

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