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Hobbs Excavating
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"hired Hobbs excavating for a large residential project, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The crew was professional, efficient, and clearly knew their craft. They showed up on time every day, kept the site organized, and completed the job ahead of schedule. Their attention to detail was impressive — they graded everything perfectly and made sure the drainage was spot-on. Communication throughout the process was clear and honest, which made the whole experience stress-free. If you need excavation, site prep, or grading done right the first time, I highly recommend Hobbs excavation Quality work, fair pricing, and a great team to work with!"
Level front yard
Level front yard
Level front yard
Drainage and landscape
Level front yard

+22

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Reform your Home LLC
5.0(
22
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very satisfied with the painting job. It is professional and everything looks very nice. I will recommend it to all my family and friends. Thank you Yosvany Parra"
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Dirt N' Turf
4.5(
78
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job excavating my hilly,eroding back yard. Now I will be able to mow the grass on it this spring.Before you could hardly even walk on it. Steve and Jason are great guys to work with. I will have them back to more work for me."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Wrexit llc
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Offers commercial services

"Great work! Wrex It, LLC completed extensive grading and redlining work around our pond and dam area. GAry?s attention to detail and knowledge of proper drainage and soil management were impressive. The finished project looks amazing and the entire process was smooth from start to finish. Highly recommend their services."
Pond build
Pond build
Pond build
Pond rehab
Pond rehab

+2

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Franklin Landscape and Lawn Service
4.3(
102
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Victor and his crew were very prompt courteous and do high quality work. They were very accommodating and flexible with my schedule I would highly recommend them for this type of work and other residential landscaping needs."
Backyard Stepping Stones
KFC YUM CENTER
Daycare Playarea
KFC YUM CENTER
Snow/Ice Removal

+29

Response time1 day
147 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Hardin's Earthworks, LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Awesome job. On time & very helpful."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jones Remodeling
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I first hired A&M for my business to install a few kitchens cabinets and vanityâ s after seeing A&M quality and attention to detail they quickly became my go to for anything kitchen related including tile backsplashes. I have also hired them to do a custom install at my home."
Response time20 mins
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Keefe Land Management
4.9(
7
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He has great work ethic came in did exactly what I asked for and was very professional would definitely recommend and use again"
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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MINC Inc.
4.3(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Shively, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very nice and plesent to work with"
Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling

+1

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

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.

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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