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Arnold's Excavating, LLC
1415 N Birdlake Rd
4.75(
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Approved Pro
Arnold's Excavating, LLC
1415 N Birdlake Rd
4.75(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services, and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Fair on the pricing. Did a great job."

Robert B on July 2020

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services, and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Fair on the pricing. Did a great job."

Robert B on July 2020


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Kosmet Construction
6550 Seymour Road
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Kosmet Construction
6550 Seymour Road
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 local quotes requested

Kosmet Construction 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. We look forward to working with you!

"They did a very good job. Very fast and honest"

Mackenzie T on September 2024

Kosmet Construction 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. We look forward to working with you!

"They did a very good job. Very fast and honest"

Mackenzie T on September 2024


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Creekside Carpentry, LLC
9208 Lyons Hwy
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Creekside Carpentry, LLC
9208 Lyons Hwy
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Creekside Carpentry LLC is a trusted name in the construction industry, emphasizing the significance of establishing strong customer/contractor relationships. Our primary focus is on providing high-quality craftsmanship rather than prioritizing quantity. We are well-versed in working on a wide range of projects, both big and small. From constructing new houses and additions to carrying out remodeling, kitchen and bathroom renovations, deck installations, window and siding replacements, and pole barn construction, we are committed to turning our clients' dreams into reality, one job at a time. As a licensed and insured company, we provide our clients with peace of mind throughout the construction process. Our commitment to excellence and attention to detail have garnered us a significant number of repeat customer, signifying the satisfaction they have experienced when working with us. Contact us to start that project that you have always dreamed of!

"10x12 deck built and a new interior door installed leading out to new deck. Mr. Hillard was professional and takes pride in his work. We are so happy with the end result, can't wait for warm weather so we can sit on it and watch the sunsets and watch the world go by. "

Cheryl A on February 2025

Creekside Carpentry LLC is a trusted name in the construction industry, emphasizing the significance of establishing strong customer/contractor relationships. Our primary focus is on providing high-quality craftsmanship rather than prioritizing quantity. We are well-versed in working on a wide range of projects, both big and small. From constructing new houses and additions to carrying out remodeling, kitchen and bathroom renovations, deck installations, window and siding replacements, and pole barn construction, we are committed to turning our clients' dreams into reality, one job at a time. As a licensed and insured company, we provide our clients with peace of mind throughout the construction process. Our commitment to excellence and attention to detail have garnered us a significant number of repeat customer, signifying the satisfaction they have experienced when working with us. Contact us to start that project that you have always dreamed of!

"10x12 deck built and a new interior door installed leading out to new deck. Mr. Hillard was professional and takes pride in his work. We are so happy with the end result, can't wait for warm weather so we can sit on it and watch the sunsets and watch the world go by. "

Cheryl A on February 2025


G diaz construction
116 Riverview Circle
5.00(
1
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G diaz construction
116 Riverview Circle
5.00(
1
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

we specificalize in concrete driveways walkways sidewalks patios repairs and all, we also do painting roofing and lawn work, pavers we guarantee are work and if you don’t like it we will come back no charge and replace, until customer is happy, Here at G Diaz Construction Inc we make your home a place everyone feels welcomed and warm

"It went really good. The guys were really friendly and nice and even did a little extra and were very respectful. They did a wonderful job."

Yvonna D on May 2025

we specificalize in concrete driveways walkways sidewalks patios repairs and all, we also do painting roofing and lawn work, pavers we guarantee are work and if you don’t like it we will come back no charge and replace, until customer is happy, Here at G Diaz Construction Inc we make your home a place everyone feels welcomed and warm

"It went really good. The guys were really friendly and nice and even did a little extra and were very respectful. They did a wonderful job."

Yvonna D on May 2025


Shorty’s Dirt Work LLC
No reviews
Shorty’s Dirt Work LLC
No reviews
1 years of experience

Trash removal, landscaping, fencing, driveway grading, yard leveling, dumpster rentals, home repair's and much more!

Trash removal, landscaping, fencing, driveway grading, yard leveling, dumpster rentals, home repair's and much more!


Bowens Construction
4.33(
3
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Bowens Construction
4.33(
3
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

38 Years experience in trades. Residential and commercial contractor. Experience with door replacement, windows, plumbing, electrical, sewer repair, new construction, siding, roofing, structural repair, masonry, framing, full remodels.

"The work was really good. He was able to cover the work, cleaned up nicely, did a good job, very efficient, professional, courteous, and polite."

Diane B on February 2023

38 Years experience in trades. Residential and commercial contractor. Experience with door replacement, windows, plumbing, electrical, sewer repair, new construction, siding, roofing, structural repair, masonry, framing, full remodels.

"The work was really good. He was able to cover the work, cleaned up nicely, did a good job, very efficient, professional, courteous, and polite."

Diane B on February 2023


Paine's Home Service's
No reviews
Paine's Home Service's
No reviews

At Paine's Home Service's, I provide affordable rates with professional quality with 20 years of experience painting pressure washing and asphalt sealing

At Paine's Home Service's, I provide affordable rates with professional quality with 20 years of experience painting pressure washing and asphalt sealing


Buff flooring and maintenance llc
7600 Payne Ave
No reviews
Buff flooring and maintenance llc
7600 Payne Ave
No reviews
Free onsite estimate

I am a flooring installer and I own Buff Flooring and maintenance LLC. We do all types of flooring such as wood, laminate, vinyl and hardwood engineering. We also do driveways and water proofing installations around the house and inside the house (for floods, storms..etc) as well as snow removal. Our company cares about customers' satisfaction as is it our number one priority. We face problems with solutions and we do our work in a very professional way and during a short time at the same time. Our company has been in business for about four years now and we work as installers with The Home Depot as well. Buff Flooring and Maintenance will guarantee you full satisfaction along with professionalism and prices that works and satisfies everyone.

I am a flooring installer and I own Buff Flooring and maintenance LLC. We do all types of flooring such as wood, laminate, vinyl and hardwood engineering. We also do driveways and water proofing installations around the house and inside the house (for floods, storms..etc) as well as snow removal. Our company cares about customers' satisfaction as is it our number one priority. We face problems with solutions and we do our work in a very professional way and during a short time at the same time. Our company has been in business for about four years now and we work as installers with The Home Depot as well. Buff Flooring and Maintenance will guarantee you full satisfaction along with professionalism and prices that works and satisfies everyone.


Everest services LLC
No reviews
Everest services LLC
No reviews

Tree services, land clearing, driveways, grading, any dirt work. Driveway removal.

Tree services, land clearing, driveways, grading, any dirt work. Driveway removal.


Smalltown USA LLC
13351 Airport Hwy
No reviews
Smalltown USA LLC
13351 Airport Hwy
No reviews

I provide many services for your home or business. Lawn Care Trimming Edging Gutter Services Clean and Seal Clean, Seal Reinforce New Gutters 5" and 6" Tiger Stripe removal Stone Driveway rejuvenation Roof Wash Siding Wash

I provide many services for your home or business. Lawn Care Trimming Edging Gutter Services Clean and Seal Clean, Seal Reinforce New Gutters 5" and 6" Tiger Stripe removal Stone Driveway rejuvenation Roof Wash Siding Wash

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FAQs for excavation projects in Clayton, MI

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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