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Last update on July 25, 2025
Excavation pros in Columbia
Douglas Contracting specializes in Dozer, Track Hoe and Dump Truck excavating. Including clearing and site development, septic system installation, digging basements, concrete floor levelling and forming, footers, and much more. Licensed septic system installer in Kentucky and Tennessee. Over 20 years of experience, owner operated.
"Doug was awesome! He helped us get the price down from what the county quoted for our septic system. He put in the extra time to find a good location, which saved us money. Maybe the best thing, he actually responds and shows up when he says he will! Overall, we are very happy with the work he did."
Abbie P on December 2024
Douglas Contracting specializes in Dozer, Track Hoe and Dump Truck excavating. Including clearing and site development, septic system installation, digging basements, concrete floor levelling and forming, footers, and much more. Licensed septic system installer in Kentucky and Tennessee. Over 20 years of experience, owner operated.
"Doug was awesome! He helped us get the price down from what the county quoted for our septic system. He put in the extra time to find a good location, which saved us money. Maybe the best thing, he actually responds and shows up when he says he will! Overall, we are very happy with the work he did."
Abbie P on December 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Had company do some regrading and then seeding/straw laying on about 4 acres around home. Probably 20% of the seeding took to the land. Weeds in the rest of the property. Suppose to seed front lawn with KY fescue; some other type of rye grass grew; no fescue. To their disadvantage, much of the straw and seed was displaced by a high wind weekend. Still, for $5,000 we acquired little value."
Bill M on November 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Had company do some regrading and then seeding/straw laying on about 4 acres around home. Probably 20% of the seeding took to the land. Weeds in the rest of the property. Suppose to seed front lawn with KY fescue; some other type of rye grass grew; no fescue. To their disadvantage, much of the straw and seed was displaced by a high wind weekend. Still, for $5,000 we acquired little value."
Bill M on November 2024
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"great job"
Brock M on April 2025
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"great job"
Brock M on April 2025
Thickett-B-Gone, specializes in tree removal and land clearing. We proudly serve our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do. Put smile on people faces and have a clean job site.
"A good worker ,good job"
Teresa A on July 2025
Thickett-B-Gone, specializes in tree removal and land clearing. We proudly serve our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do. Put smile on people faces and have a clean job site.
"A good worker ,good job"
Teresa A on July 2025
Excavation Grading Driveways Basements Demolition Land clearing Tree removal Earthworks & Drainage Underground utility
Excavation Grading Driveways Basements Demolition Land clearing Tree removal Earthworks & Drainage Underground utility
We offer a wide variety of services including, but not limited too: -Excavating/ Grading -Underground Utilities -Foundations/ Basements/ Footers -Driveways/ Driveway Repair -Stormwater Drainage/ Drainage repair -Land Clearing/ Forestry Mulching We do travel all across TN and to surrounding states. Licensed & Insured All employees are Osha 30/10 certified.
We offer a wide variety of services including, but not limited too: -Excavating/ Grading -Underground Utilities -Foundations/ Basements/ Footers -Driveways/ Driveway Repair -Stormwater Drainage/ Drainage repair -Land Clearing/ Forestry Mulching We do travel all across TN and to surrounding states. Licensed & Insured All employees are Osha 30/10 certified.
We specialize in concrete pouring, repairs, and replacements for flat work such as: driveways, sidewalks, patios, and more! We can also assist with any handyman services and home repairs! We are licensed and insured. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Very well pleased. He went above and beyond the job description ."
Anthony J on August 2024
We specialize in concrete pouring, repairs, and replacements for flat work such as: driveways, sidewalks, patios, and more! We can also assist with any handyman services and home repairs! We are licensed and insured. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Very well pleased. He went above and beyond the job description ."
Anthony J on August 2024
Light excavation, building pads, driveway installation/repair, grading, yard work, site work, drainage, land clearing, brush mowing
Light excavation, building pads, driveway installation/repair, grading, yard work, site work, drainage, land clearing, brush mowing
Locally owned business. In business since 2000. Serving all of Ky. Free estimates. We accept all major credit cards.
Locally owned business. In business since 2000. Serving all of Ky. Free estimates. We accept all major credit cards.
We offer Financing here and have 20+ Employee's to serve your needs.
We offer Financing here and have 20+ Employee's to serve your needs.
FAQs for excavation projects in Columbia, KY
Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.
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.
The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type.
When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.
Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.
While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs.
In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.
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