Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Williamsburg, MI

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your excavation project in Williamsburg, MI?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY WILLIAMSBURG, MI HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon5
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon13
    Verified excavation services reviews

Find Excavation pros in Williamsburg

P & J Excavating Services
5.0(
13
)

Serving Williamsburg, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Pat was exceptionally personable and was very easy to talk with when he came to look over areas that I would need snow removal, mainly my driveway and the area in the alley. Was please with the quote he gave me. I didn't rate the work quality because he was just here to look over the area for the future plowing needed."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Marks Excavating
5.0(
4
)

Serving Williamsburg, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mark was professional and skilled. He got the job done quickly and efficiently and his prices are fair. He was friendly and on time. I definitely recommend him for any excavating job you need done. My property looks beautiful! Will keep him in mind for any future work I need done, big or small. Thanks a lot, Mark’s Excavating!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Clearwater Handyman & Outdoor Solutions
Clearwater Handyman & Outdoor Solutions
4.6(
12
)

Serving Williamsburg, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quick response

"Dont judge a book by it's cover. It's hard to find a quality handyman -- especially in Northern Michigan. The folks at Clearwater, led by Tyler, quoted quickly and got the job done on time and according to all specified parameters. A small start up that needs a little front end polish -- but dont let that dissuade you from hiring. A quality finished product is what counts. They delivered this in spades. Not only would I hire them again, I sincerely hope to help them grow and will recommend them to the property owners I service in my business."
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Wholehearted Sellers LLC
Wholehearted Sellers LLC
4.2(
5
)

Serving Williamsburg, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This pro arrived with proper equipment and an equipment driver. Work was above and beyond satisfactory! Had landscaping done on sandy property, removal of unwanted foliage and invasive shrubs."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 53
Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

The Williamsburg, MI homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.