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Last update on May 16, 2026

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

"David did a good job for me. He did exactly what we agreed on. Installed grasses and shrubs and put rock down. Also installed pavers. His company is professional and very easy to work with. I would highly recommend Four Seasons Landscaping & Hardscaping LLC"
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%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Double M Groundworks LLC
Double M Groundworks LLC
5.0(
25
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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%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Urban Turf Lawncare & Landscaping
Urban Turf Lawncare & Landscaping
4.9(
71
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving De Soto, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding! It was so nice to have the yard done and not worry about finding someone to do it. Urban Lawn Care is great!"
Sod install
6ft privacy fence
Tree removal
Mowing
Redesign

+110

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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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
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Avatar for Pintail Land Management LLC
Pintail Land Management LLC
5.0(
8
)
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving De Soto, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very pleased with work done. Good prices and very easy to work with. Was timely and knowledgeable of work to be done. Will definately hire again."
Small demolition job
Gravel driveway rebuild
Gravel driveway rebuild
Gravel driveway
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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

"Needed a quick response on a storm damaged tree. It was split in half with the standing half leaning over my neighbors house.They did an excellent job on cutting down the standing half and a good clean up afterwards."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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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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Avatar for Sage Lawn & Landscape, LLC
Sage Lawn & Landscape, LLC
5.0(
6
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving De Soto, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"James (owner of Sage) was awesome!. James built a huge fence and put railing on my deck. There were some issues in the yard James had to get creative with, and he pulled it off. My yard looks fantastic! 100% I will use James for all my future landscaping needs!"
Putting Green
Backyard Green install
Putting Green
Retaining walls
Limestone Retaining Wall

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Lillis Outdoors, LLC
Lillis Outdoors, LLC
5.0(
8
)
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving De Soto, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I had landscaping done. They removed sod, planted bushes and trees, rocked and built a stone/flagstone stairway. Everthing looks amazing!"
Front Yard
Patio
Front Yard Before/After
Storefront Remodel
Storefront Makeover

+14

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Volkmann Construction, LLC
Volkmann Construction, LLC
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving De Soto, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Customers say: Quick response

"Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping"
Berserk Athletics
Horse Working Area
Horse Working Area
Horse Working Area
Our Work.

+6

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

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