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Avatar for Robbins Landscaping & Excavating
Robbins Landscaping & Excavating
1902 Morin Dr
5.00(
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Robbins Landscaping & Excavating
1902 Morin Dr
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Robbins Landscaping & Excavating s a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Great group of employees. Harmon did an excellent with the work and my yard is looking better than ever!"

Cole M on October 2024

Robbins Landscaping & Excavating s a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Great group of employees. Harmon did an excellent with the work and my yard is looking better than ever!"

Cole M on October 2024


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Northern Ground Services
1492 E Hatton Rd
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Northern Ground Services
1492 E Hatton Rd
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
13 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Northern Ground Services has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in Michigan for years. With decades of experience, there is no job too large or small. Call today to schedule an appointment!

Northern Ground Services has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in Michigan for years. With decades of experience, there is no job too large or small. Call today to schedule an appointment!


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Brian Leddy's Lawn Care and Landscaping, LLC
1460 Agricola Drive
4.86(
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Brian Leddy's Lawn Care and Landscaping, LLC
1460 Agricola Drive
4.86(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Brian Leddy's Lawn Care & Landscaping is committed to quality service from start to finished product. We uphold a standard of integrity, bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great crew and excellent service!"

Maurine B on October 2024

Brian Leddy's Lawn Care & Landscaping is committed to quality service from start to finished product. We uphold a standard of integrity, bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great crew and excellent service!"

Maurine B on October 2024


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Stone Yard Landscape Center
10888 Birch Run Rd
3.66(
19
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Approved Pro
Stone Yard Landscape Center
10888 Birch Run Rd
3.66(
19
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Approved Pro
34 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

Here at Stone Yard Landscape Center, we are without a doubt the best at what we do and it always shows in our work. We take pride in our professionalism, our employees are always timely and literally experts in the field . With over 20 years of experience in our trades, you can be confident that you are hiring the best company to provide your land needs. We look forward to earning your business!

"I would highly recommend stoneyard landscape center to anybody out of Birch Ron. They are simply amazing people to work with. Go above and beyond your needs to make you happy and if you have any questions or need answers to anything they are doing. During the process, they are happy to answer them and adjust how they're doing the job to meet your needs and to make your job a wonderful experience. Their performing and will adjust anything that you may not like. They're doing to make you happy and satisfied fully in the job.They're performing for you.I It was truly a wonderful experience. They got the job done in 1 day. They regraded our driveway added crust concrete in the holes and also added another driveway off to the original one towards the home, it all looks a plus The work they do is just simply amazing. They're very friendly people. I would highly recommend anyone That's looking to have any of the services they provide especially a driveway Being regraded or gravel added crush, concrete or crushed ash. Fall, they do it all they're the best. Thank you guys very much for the wonderful driveway and the great work. You did, you're very appreciated."

Kurt W on August 2024

Here at Stone Yard Landscape Center, we are without a doubt the best at what we do and it always shows in our work. We take pride in our professionalism, our employees are always timely and literally experts in the field . With over 20 years of experience in our trades, you can be confident that you are hiring the best company to provide your land needs. We look forward to earning your business!

"I would highly recommend stoneyard landscape center to anybody out of Birch Ron. They are simply amazing people to work with. Go above and beyond your needs to make you happy and if you have any questions or need answers to anything they are doing. During the process, they are happy to answer them and adjust how they're doing the job to meet your needs and to make your job a wonderful experience. Their performing and will adjust anything that you may not like. They're doing to make you happy and satisfied fully in the job.They're performing for you.I It was truly a wonderful experience. They got the job done in 1 day. They regraded our driveway added crust concrete in the holes and also added another driveway off to the original one towards the home, it all looks a plus The work they do is just simply amazing. They're very friendly people. I would highly recommend anyone That's looking to have any of the services they provide especially a driveway Being regraded or gravel added crush, concrete or crushed ash. Fall, they do it all they're the best. Thank you guys very much for the wonderful driveway and the great work. You did, you're very appreciated."

Kurt W on August 2024




New Earth Excavating LLC
No reviews
New Earth Excavating LLC
No reviews
1 years of experience

We specialize in Concrete, water management, sewer systems, and site work. We take all the jobs, big or small

We specialize in Concrete, water management, sewer systems, and site work. We take all the jobs, big or small



Rock solid Trucking and excavation
Po Box 134
No reviews
Rock solid Trucking and excavation
Po Box 134
No reviews
6 years of experience

rock solid offers excavation services, land management, driveway repairs, stump pulling an brush clearing , drains, water lines , gas lines , land clearing an much more

rock solid offers excavation services, land management, driveway repairs, stump pulling an brush clearing , drains, water lines , gas lines , land clearing an much more


American Earthworks
16795 S Old 27
No reviews
American Earthworks
16795 S Old 27
No reviews
4 years of experience

American Earthworks provides a wide array of services including: -Excavation/backfill for trades (Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Concrete, Pools, etc.) -Pole or post hole auguring -Residential site work -Limited commercial site work -Basement excavation/ foundation backfill -Driveway grading/graveling -Septic tank install/replacement -Septic field install/replacement -Site clearing -Tree/shrub removal -Storm clean up -Concrete/Asphalt demo and removal -Selective structural demo and rubble removal -Spoils removal -Site grading -Exterior footing drain tile installation -French drain installation If the service your looking for isn't listed above, feel free to call us!

American Earthworks provides a wide array of services including: -Excavation/backfill for trades (Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Concrete, Pools, etc.) -Pole or post hole auguring -Residential site work -Limited commercial site work -Basement excavation/ foundation backfill -Driveway grading/graveling -Septic tank install/replacement -Septic field install/replacement -Site clearing -Tree/shrub removal -Storm clean up -Concrete/Asphalt demo and removal -Selective structural demo and rubble removal -Spoils removal -Site grading -Exterior footing drain tile installation -French drain installation If the service your looking for isn't listed above, feel free to call us!

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FAQs for excavation projects in Merrill, 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.

The Merrill, MI homeowners’ guide to excavation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Pool excavation with equipment
May 1, 2025
May 1, 2025
Excavation costs $1,500 to $6,300 for most residential projects—but it depends on factors like the size of the area. This guide will help you plan a budget.
Worker using using jackhammer
Oct 30, 2024
Oct 30, 2024
How much should you plan to spend when demolishing some (or all) of your home? Use our demolition cost calculator to come up with a budget for your project.
An open-space living room and kitchen located in a house’s basement
Jan 21, 2025
Jan 21, 2025
If you’re building a new home, you might need to consider the cost of digging out a basement. Use this pricing guide to get an estimate for the project.
Man digging soil at construction site
Oct 29, 2024
Oct 29, 2024
Excavation is any digging into the earth’s surface, and trenches are a deep, narrow type of excavation. Learn more about excavation versus trenches.
A kitchen with wooden vintage cabinets
Oct 30, 2024
Oct 30, 2024
You’ll need to estimate demolition waste to rent dumpsters or trucks for hauling it away. Learn how to calculate demolition debris with this guide.
drainage ditch in yard
Oct 24, 2024
Oct 24, 2024
Who can dig a trench for you? You can rent trenching equipment for a simple job, but a local excavation company can help with tough ones. Here's how.
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