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Last update on October 22, 2025
Serving Preston, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Customers say: Quick response
"I had a fuel tank removed and a concrete pool removed. Tom & Josh are TOP NOTCH! Look no further for this type of service. You will not be disappointed."
Serving Preston, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great team. They work with your situation. They got the job done in a timely manner. We hired Ace to remove our old underground storage tank, UST for fuel oil. Very smooth operation of the excavator, expert maneuvers. Well done! If you need your tank removed, GO WITH ACE!!!!!"
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Serving Preston, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Remove an old oil tank that was located under my paved driveway. Filled the hole with gravel . I received a report saying what they did with picturesâ ¦. No issues the 2 gentleman that did the work were professional and were happy to answer any questions,,,"
Serving Preston, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Excellent excavation company. They do some of the best and clean work around. Highly recommended. Also a great company to work for."
Serving Preston, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It went extremely well! They were punctual, hardworking and professional. It was necessary to dig up my neighbor's landscaping, so they were very careful to disturb only what was necessary and to restore everything to its original condition. They even replaced her broken underground downspout extension (which was draining into my basement!) without comment or additional charge. When my neighbor accused them of causing a problem, MJ was quick to respond and the team on-site made a point of apologizing to her in person. I don't think MJ caused the problem, so I was very impressed that they "went high" to investigate the matter and, as I said, apologize for the inconvenience she felt she suffered. The work they did inside to remove mold and seal the wall was thorough and neat. The gentleman doing the work cleaned up everything and took all of his equipment and trash with him. his is especially important since he was working with strong chemicals. My contact in the office was prompt to address anything I threw her way. It was easy to make payments online. Best of all - no sign of water in the basement since they were here!!"
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Serving Preston, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It took one week, I also got to enter the are all through construction. Results, complete dry area were in all weather seasons."
Serving Preston, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 1995
Credit card accepted
"Our above ground pool was installed in no time at all. The installers were very professional and friendly. I would highly recommend them."
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Serving Preston, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"How Did It go? Saed and his team built us a new garage from the ground up. They handled everything from drawings, permitting, to pouring the slab and framing the garage. They were very responsive to our requests and were very professional. I will definitely recommend them to our friends."
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Serving Preston, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I have had serveral remolding project. Being a single female I never felt comfortable and sometimes they took shortcuts. The Stableworks crew was extremely professional and explained each part of the process. I recommend this company highly."
+8
Serving Preston, MD and surrounding areas
In business since 2015
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"It went good! They showed up on time, very professional , and clean it after the work. They also had a fair price."
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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.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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