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Northern Outdoor Services, LLC
30350 Nature Road
4.73(
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Northern Outdoor Services, LLC
30350 Nature Road
4.73(
13
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
66 local quotes requested

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"I was so appreciative of their willingness to help me create! They have an eye for detail. We started from scratch with a blank canvas of a backyard, and we made a beautiful patio and dog park for my dogs. I had ideas of things I wanted but Ross very kindly let me know how his way would be better...you know, because professionals understand that retaining walls help hold earth together and my idea would have caused a mud slide...YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING!!!"

Alyson Z on September 2023

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"I was so appreciative of their willingness to help me create! They have an eye for detail. We started from scratch with a blank canvas of a backyard, and we made a beautiful patio and dog park for my dogs. I had ideas of things I wanted but Ross very kindly let me know how his way would be better...you know, because professionals understand that retaining walls help hold earth together and my idea would have caused a mud slide...YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING!!!"

Alyson Z on September 2023


Mnlranch
No reviews
Mnlranch
No reviews
12 years of experience

Demolition Rock Mining Clean up Cleaning up rock piles and fence lines We'll travel Reasonable rates

Demolition Rock Mining Clean up Cleaning up rock piles and fence lines We'll travel Reasonable rates


Sanstead Excavating LLC
11136 130th St
5.00(
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Sanstead Excavating LLC
11136 130th St
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Excavation Company. Owner/operator has 20 years of construction experience, specializing in water and sewer services. Also providing the following services: earthmoving, land clearing, trench digging, tiling residential properties, fixing sewer systems, digging footings, installing culverts, and the list goes on. Contact us to discuss your project needs.

"Done on time Good quality Good communication"

Jordan P on November 2023

Excavation Company. Owner/operator has 20 years of construction experience, specializing in water and sewer services. Also providing the following services: earthmoving, land clearing, trench digging, tiling residential properties, fixing sewer systems, digging footings, installing culverts, and the list goes on. Contact us to discuss your project needs.

"Done on time Good quality Good communication"

Jordan P on November 2023


Broz Construction
21551 Ginseng Rd
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Broz Construction
21551 Ginseng Rd
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

My name is Lucas Broz and I'm the owner of Broz Timber & Excavating. I'm licensed, bonded, insured, and certified. We clear trees, build driveways, grade landscapes, and install culverts and drainage systems. If you have a project you'd like to get done, or would like a quote for, drop a line. After talking a little about your project, I'll set up a time to come out and take a look at it. We'll go over your budget and what your desired outcome is, and what options we may have. We deal with jobs big and small, so don't hesitate to get a hold of me.

"Couldn’t ask for better! Hard working, honest and quality work!"

Ryan H on October 2020

My name is Lucas Broz and I'm the owner of Broz Timber & Excavating. I'm licensed, bonded, insured, and certified. We clear trees, build driveways, grade landscapes, and install culverts and drainage systems. If you have a project you'd like to get done, or would like a quote for, drop a line. After talking a little about your project, I'll set up a time to come out and take a look at it. We'll go over your budget and what your desired outcome is, and what options we may have. We deal with jobs big and small, so don't hesitate to get a hold of me.

"Couldn’t ask for better! Hard working, honest and quality work!"

Ryan H on October 2020


Lee's Tree Service and Firewood
11014 Harness Road
No reviews
Lee's Tree Service and Firewood
11014 Harness Road
No reviews
Free onsite estimate

Tree trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, landscaping, retaining walls, paver driveways and so much more....

Tree trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, landscaping, retaining walls, paver driveways and so much more....



We provide all kinds of commercial, residential, and agricultural concrete services.



Don Loken & Son Excavating & Drainage
1520 State Ave NW
No reviews
Don Loken & Son Excavating & Drainage
1520 State Ave NW
No reviews

At Don Loken Excavating, our goal is to do our best because we are representing the best. We strive to uphold our reputation of integrity and service, while creating lasting relationships with the companies that we work with. We are a full-service residential and commercial excavating company, serving the entire Owatonna area. Here are some of the services that we offer: Dig Basements Backfills City Sewer/Water Installation Final Grades Ripping Frost Site Work Hauling Materials Septic Installation Subcut/Base Driveways Demolition Curb Cut and Fills Site Development Main Line Water Taps Sewer/Water Street Connections Our excellent reputation and long list of satisfied customers attest to our superior service, attention to detail, clear communication, honesty and integrity. Call us today for your free estimate or to discuss how Don Loken Excavating can help you with all of your excavating needs.

At Don Loken Excavating, our goal is to do our best because we are representing the best. We strive to uphold our reputation of integrity and service, while creating lasting relationships with the companies that we work with. We are a full-service residential and commercial excavating company, serving the entire Owatonna area. Here are some of the services that we offer: Dig Basements Backfills City Sewer/Water Installation Final Grades Ripping Frost Site Work Hauling Materials Septic Installation Subcut/Base Driveways Demolition Curb Cut and Fills Site Development Main Line Water Taps Sewer/Water Street Connections Our excellent reputation and long list of satisfied customers attest to our superior service, attention to detail, clear communication, honesty and integrity. Call us today for your free estimate or to discuss how Don Loken Excavating can help you with all of your excavating needs.


Shepard Excavating & Septic Service
42554 County 45
3.00(
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Shepard Excavating & Septic Service
42554 County 45
3.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
28 years of experience

For complete excavation, septic installation and maintenance, land clearing, and demolition services, you need to work with us.

For complete excavation, septic installation and maintenance, land clearing, and demolition services, you need to work with us.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Upsala, MN

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 Upsala, MN homeowners’ guide to excavation services
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