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Last update on November 02, 2026

Top-Rated Excavation pros in Harper Woods - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Exquisite Touch
Exquisite Touch
4.5(
32
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Harper Woods, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The best service and Jason was very knowledgeable about plumbing services and repairs. Thank you for your help. Mechelle"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Bathroom remodel
Remodel
Handymen Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+26

Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Penguin Junk Removal, LLC
Penguin Junk Removal, LLC
5.0(
41
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Harper Woods, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a deck project with a bunch of leftover debris. It was all cleaned up beautifully! Workers were not only efficient but very pleasant!"
Penguin Team
Penguin Truck 1
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Browning Family Landscaping & Lawn Care -
4.3(
51
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harper Woods, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The day the two workers came,they were on time. They did a beautiful job and cleaned up good. They were hard workers and very pleasant to talk to. We would recommend them highly to anyone who would need their services."
Simple Flowerbed Design
Simple flowerbed
Simple flowerbed
Retainer wall
Ratainer Wall

+28

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Avatar for Ready Dig Excavation
Ready Dig Excavation
3.6(
36
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Harper Woods, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a HUGE job that required not only excavation but putting everything back and grading everything the way it should have been. I have worked with enough contractors in my lifetime to know that a job rarely gets done without a couple of issues coming up here and there. I expect that. The most important thing is how the company responds to those issues and how they handle them. I was blown away with not only how well the owner responded but the compassionate attitude he AND his crew showed throughout the process. Now THAT is the true difference between a good company and a great company!"
Sewer inatall
Triming catch basin to grade
Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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LMB Landscaping & Construction Company
3.4(
48
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harper Woods, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, he made sure we were 100% satisfied along the way. Canâ t wait to hire him again!"
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+9

Response time5 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Onceler
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harper Woods, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Hello, my name is Romieo Diaz, and I’m a Sales Representative with Onceler Tree Removal & Landscape.\n\nI’ve worked with several companies in the past providing professional tree removal and outdoor services. I’m now excited to be working with my family and helping grow our own company.\n\nWe would be happy to help with your tree removal, tree pruning, fall cleanups, and other outdoor needs. We take pride in providing reliable, professional service to our community.\n\nPlease feel free to reach out anytime for a free estimate or if you have any questions.\n\n📞 Romieo Diaz\n734-933-0675\n\nThank you, and we look forward to serving you!

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Dwight Bennett
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harper Woods, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I'm Dwight! I'm a hardworking handyman and new business owner who believes in doing quality work at honest prices. I take pride in being dependable, paying attention to the little details, and making sure every customer is happy with the finished job. If you're looking for someone who will work hard, treat your home with respect, and offer great value, I'd be happy to help with your next project.

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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

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. 

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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. 

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

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