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Avatar for Opulent Professional Services LLC
Opulent Professional Services LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Did a great job clearing over grown brush on 2 acre lot. Quick service and very dependable."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chiasson Land Services, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chiasson Land Service did a phenomenal job installing 40ft of concrete culverts, hauling in 420 yards of A3 dirt, and building a driveway, house pad, and shop pad. Great customer service with reasonable pricing."
Sewer tank install
Sewer tank install
Culverts install
Culverts install
Response time2 days
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cornerstone Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was very adequate on getting me a fair price, very well mannered, and was on time or early for everything. He demolished 2 sheds for me and did a very good job. And the cleanup after the demolition was very professional it’s like the sheds were never there! Highly recommend to anybody!"
4617 Johnston St
4617 Johnston St
4617 Johnston St
4617 Johnston St
4617 Johnston St

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Avatar for Leger's Construction, LLC
Leger's Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great work with a great price. They were very professional. They were prompt on everything."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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VALLE TREE SERVICES LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Gautreaux's Construction Services LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"very professional & friendly, did an amazing job cleaning up & i will be in contact for future work they are truly outstanding"
cutting tree and removing it
garage roof
new roof on house
cutting tree and removing it
removal of tree

+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Zuniga General Remodeling
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Contractor did an excellent job. Work was top notch. I would highly recommend this contractor."
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Response time3 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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