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Clifton Excavating

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Clifton Excavating

4.84(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Clifton Excavating s a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have 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!

"Super gravel resurfacing job by Tony Clifton and crew."

John M on March 2025

Clifton Excavating s a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have 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!

"Super gravel resurfacing job by Tony Clifton and crew."

John M on March 2025

Ayres Excavation

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Ayres Excavation

4.75(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Welcome to Ayres Excavation. We proudly provide the highest quality of service and craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience, solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, text or email today, and let us get started!

"Luke Ayres did a great job. He is a very hard working nice young man."

Angela M on July 2019

Welcome to Ayres Excavation. We proudly provide the highest quality of service and craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience, solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, text or email today, and let us get started!

"Luke Ayres did a great job. He is a very hard working nice young man."

Angela M on July 2019

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Louisville Mechanical Services

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Louisville Mechanical Services

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

Louisville Mechanical Services is a premier HVAC contractor the state of Kentucky. We specialize commercial boiler, chillers, pumps, custom sheetmetal, industrial piping, pumps, plumbing, building automation, HVAC installs and all the above full service. We take pride in our work and we look forward to doing business with you. Give us a call today to schedule a free quote.

"Best price compare to other companies. Easy to work with. Showed up on time and completed the project in one day! Highly recommend this company. Nice to find honesty in a company."

Amy C on December 2023

Louisville Mechanical Services is a premier HVAC contractor the state of Kentucky. We specialize commercial boiler, chillers, pumps, custom sheetmetal, industrial piping, pumps, plumbing, building automation, HVAC installs and all the above full service. We take pride in our work and we look forward to doing business with you. Give us a call today to schedule a free quote.

"Best price compare to other companies. Easy to work with. Showed up on time and completed the project in one day! Highly recommend this company. Nice to find honesty in a company."

Amy C on December 2023

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Bluegrass Terrain Titans, LLC

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Bluegrass Terrain Titans, LLC

4.90(
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Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Bluegrass Terrain Titans, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work.

"These gentlemen did an outstanding job with my project. They are passionate about going above and beyond and are extremely hard workers! I will defiantly use them again and highly recommend them, you won’t be disappointed. Thanks guys."

Gail Y on April 2025

Bluegrass Terrain Titans, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work.

"These gentlemen did an outstanding job with my project. They are passionate about going above and beyond and are extremely hard workers! I will defiantly use them again and highly recommend them, you won’t be disappointed. Thanks guys."

Gail Y on April 2025

McIntosh Excavating LLC

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McIntosh Excavating LLC

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We are a small family owned and operated business dedicated to see your wants, needs, and expectations are met. We can do anything when it comes to excavation including but not limited to, Septic Tank installation Pool leveling Site leveling All grading services Digging utilities French drains Digging basements Digging footers Clearing fence rows Clean up and cleaning Hauling and spreading dirt and gravel Hauling off debris Tree root removal And so much more! Please feel free to give us a call today for a free consultation and estimate at 1-859-779-9177

We are a small family owned and operated business dedicated to see your wants, needs, and expectations are met. We can do anything when it comes to excavation including but not limited to, Septic Tank installation Pool leveling Site leveling All grading services Digging utilities French drains Digging basements Digging footers Clearing fence rows Clean up and cleaning Hauling and spreading dirt and gravel Hauling off debris Tree root removal And so much more! Please feel free to give us a call today for a free consultation and estimate at 1-859-779-9177

D&W septic and excavation

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D&W septic and excavation

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D&W septic and excavation has over 30 years experience in septic installation. We do new septic systems including the latest technology and all in one systems We also do all types of excavation including house crawl spaces, basement,barn pads and land clearing

D&W septic and excavation has over 30 years experience in septic installation. We do new septic systems including the latest technology and all in one systems We also do all types of excavation including house crawl spaces, basement,barn pads and land clearing

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LEVEL UP CONSTRUCTION

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LEVEL UP CONSTRUCTION

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20 years of experience

LEVEL UP IS A GENERAL EXCAVATION COMPANY THAT OFFERS A VARIETY OF RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES. A FEW OF THE PROJECTS WE COMPLETE BUT NOT LIMITED TO IS DIRT EXCAVATION, PIPE AND DRAINAGE, DEMOLITION, GRADE WORK AND LAND CLEARING.

LEVEL UP IS A GENERAL EXCAVATION COMPANY THAT OFFERS A VARIETY OF RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES. A FEW OF THE PROJECTS WE COMPLETE BUT NOT LIMITED TO IS DIRT EXCAVATION, PIPE AND DRAINAGE, DEMOLITION, GRADE WORK AND LAND CLEARING.

C&S Excavating and Tree Removal

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C&S Excavating and Tree Removal

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We are a small business self-owned. The services we provide are as listed. Tree Removal and small dirt work such as (grading and ditches) We offer free estimates, and we are insured.

We are a small business self-owned. The services we provide are as listed. Tree Removal and small dirt work such as (grading and ditches) We offer free estimates, and we are insured.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

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.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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