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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Howell - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Elson Services LLC
Elson Services LLC
5.0(
48
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Elson. Noah, Nick, and Derek were very professional, helpful, and willing to listen to questions and requests. We have MANY different hedges, shrubs, and trees. They trimmed each, as well as cut down the hostas. They also ground three stumps, added dirt, grass seed, hay. They cleaned up (and, believe me, there was much to clean) very well and hauled away the rubbish. I would highly recommend this company. Their price is very fair for their quality of work."
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Maple tree removal
Maple tree removal
elm tree limb
elm tree limb

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Kensington Contracting, LLC
Kensington Contracting, LLC
4.3(
180
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They removed 3 very large trees and ground up the stumps in a day and a half and cleaned up after themselves at a very completive price. Don't be fooled by the company name, these guys are pros and dropped these 3 trees in a very tight space without any property damage. Would look to these guys first for any further tree trimming/removal needs."
Commerce MI
Monster Willow
Storm Damage
Commerce MI
Monster Willow

+53

Response time1 day
69 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Regal Rigging and Demolition, LLC
4.2(
52
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1950

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"CONTRACTED TO DEMOLISH AND REMOVE A BRICK FIREPLACE FROM MY LIVING ROOM. CAME TO MY HOME, GAVE ME A QUOTE AND SET UP A WORK DATE, THEY WERE HERE ON THAT DATE AND COMPLETED THE JOB. EVERYONE WAS FRIENDLY, PROFESSIONAL AND DEDICATED TO THE TASK ON HAND. I NEEDED HELP WITH REPAIRING THE HOLE NOW THROUGH MY ROOF AND THEY WERE HAPPY TO HELP WITH THAT, KNOWLEDABLE. WOULD RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY AND I WOULD USE THEM AGAIN."
Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Xtreme Excavation & Grading
Xtreme Excavation & Grading
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Xtreme Excavation and Grading was fantastic, my sewer pipe was backing up so i ran a camera and come to find out it was packed full with roots and waste, so I googled up some companies and got a couple quotes but the I called and spoke with Brandon (the owner of Xtreme) and him and his guys didn’t waste any time!! He told me the price (which was extremely reasonable nearly half as much as the other 2 places i called) came out the next day and fixed my issue, Very friendly and knowledgeable and they did great work!! I will definitely be keeping them in mind for future needs"
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Allor Contracting
5.0(
8
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike and Johnny did a great job! They gave a good quote and said they could start the following week. They did the job faster than quoted and were very meticulous with the details. They were even on their hands and knee wiping dust off our floors before they left each day. Already looking at hiring for another project we are working on!"
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+13

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Holly Dirt Diggers
4.0(
29
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quality work

"Robert is prompt, professional and very consultative. I hired him to refinish existing and install new wood floors as well as a new staircase and didn't know much about how to accomplish this. He was very patient with all of my questions and he even provided me ideas on what would look best. Highly recommended"
Natural Hickory Flooring
Iron Scrolls
Streight Iron w/ Box Newel
Balcony Pic
Hickory Kitchen

+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Yard Works, LLC
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Yard Works does fantastic work. They are detail-oriented, thoughtful and easy to work with! We had them install a concrete paver patio for us among other tasks in our garden and we are very happy with how it turned out. We look forward to having them help us with future projects!"
Response time1 hour
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

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