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Last update on December 15, 2025
Serving Covington, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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"Very easy and straightforward to deal with. Did everything as promised and on time. Would use them again for sure"
Serving Covington, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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"Casey Patterson and his team were excellent in their work, very respectful on our property, careful in moving equipment and a great value for what they offer. They were also very flexible in working with us. I would use them again in a heartbeat."
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Serving Covington, KY and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2023
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Small jobs welcome
"They brought their dump trailer and helped the clean up from us redoing our roof and they hauled it away. Saved a lot of time!"
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Serving Covington, KY and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1996
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Emergency services offered
"Jeff and Corey accomplished all requests, despite the difficulty of old post removal despite heavy roots, rock retaining wall, poured concrete patio, and garage foundation. Both are very personable and easy to communicate with. Extremely pleased with the end result."
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Serving Covington, KY and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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Emergency services offered
"Dirt and topsoil delivery went well. Im happy with the job turnout. Id recommend this company."
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Serving Covington, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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Emergency services offered
"Done an excellent job, showed up and done the work professionally. I was very impressed and will use them again!"
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Serving Covington, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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Warranties offered
"10/10 expert treee service, very safe, clean and great work on my property"
Serving Covington, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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Warranties offered
"They removed a weed infested ground cover that was beyond manageable. Put down a double weed block later, installed river rock and plantings. They removed and replaced a retaining wall that was aging with beautiful stone blocks. They removed weeds and dead plants behind our house and landscaped it for easy maintenance. The workmen we're on time, worked hard and completed the job in the time promised. All workers were polite and courteous."
Serving Covington, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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"Brandon and his crew dug a 3 foot deep 75 foot long ditch for a new water line through a heavily landscaped terrace where a mechanical ditch cutting machine could not be used. I cannot begin to describe all the ways they were thoughtful about the project and careful to preserve the existing landscape. He had to reschedule the first meeting for the job estimate because of a time conflict, but we met the next day. The following day his crew showed up and completed the project in just two day. The ditch location required cutting through hard clay. The company can apparently do many different kinds of projects besides landscaping. I will definitely hire Brandon and his crew again for other projects."
Serving Covington, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 1992
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great work, very pleased. They came even on the 4th of July to prep, because the weather was nice. Very pleased. Would hire again."
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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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