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"Jack is a great communicator. Kept me updated throughout the process. His attention to detail was amazing, he finished the project and left a clean work site when complete. I will definitely hire him again."

Ashley M on September 2024

JGW Demo & Excavation, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. Please give us a call for all of your land management needs. Serious inquiries only.

"Jack is a great communicator. Kept me updated throughout the process. His attention to detail was amazing, he finished the project and left a clean work site when complete. I will definitely hire him again."

Ashley M on September 2024


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Trujillo Gardens, LLC

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Trujillo Gardens, LLC

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Trujillo Gardens, LLC, is your number one choice register and insured for all your lawn care needs full maintenance and landscape and hardscaping projects Our commitment to quality is second to none, and we guarantee your complete satisfaction. We enjoy creating long term relationships with each of our clients and we look forward to working with you serving all saint louis mo areas

"Trujillo Gardens, LLC. Installed a French drain system for my foundation issues. I Highly recommended Trujillo Landscaping. They are highly skilled, trust worthy, fair priced and dependable."

Mark W on October 2024

Trujillo Gardens, LLC, is your number one choice register and insured for all your lawn care needs full maintenance and landscape and hardscaping projects Our commitment to quality is second to none, and we guarantee your complete satisfaction. We enjoy creating long term relationships with each of our clients and we look forward to working with you serving all saint louis mo areas

"Trujillo Gardens, LLC. Installed a French drain system for my foundation issues. I Highly recommended Trujillo Landscaping. They are highly skilled, trust worthy, fair priced and dependable."

Mark W on October 2024


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Empire Walls and Hardscapes LLC

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Empire Walls and Hardscapes LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
47 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

Empire Walls and Hardscapes, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. 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.

"Highly experienced craftsmanship."

Brian B on July 2025

Empire Walls and Hardscapes, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. 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.

"Highly experienced craftsmanship."

Brian B on July 2025


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Bri-Co Construction, LLC

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Bri-Co Construction, LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
27 local quotes requested
51 years of experience

With over 40 years of experience in the home and home improvement industry, Bri-Co Construction LLC is your trusted partner for all your residential and commercial needs. We treat every project with the same care and attention as if it were our own. Contact us today - we're excited to work with you!

"After being paid in full They refuse to provide me a lien waver. "

Tim G on September 2025

With over 40 years of experience in the home and home improvement industry, Bri-Co Construction LLC is your trusted partner for all your residential and commercial needs. We treat every project with the same care and attention as if it were our own. Contact us today - we're excited to work with you!

"After being paid in full They refuse to provide me a lien waver. "

Tim G on September 2025


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Tuckerstrenches LLC

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Tuckerstrenches LLC

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1 years of experience

We are a family owned business! Let us help you with your needs! Junk clean up/removal, home clean up, excavation, grading, land clearing, clean ups/clean outs and more! Free estimates.

We are a family owned business! Let us help you with your needs! Junk clean up/removal, home clean up, excavation, grading, land clearing, clean ups/clean outs and more! Free estimates.



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Frey Brothers Land Management

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Frey Brothers Land Management

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Frey Brothers Land Management is your premier choice for exceptional landscaping services, dedicated to enhancing the beauty, functionality, and sustainability of outdoor spaces. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we specialize in providing comprehensive landscape design, installation, and maintenance solutions that exceed our clients' expectations. At Frey Brothers Land Management, we believe that every landscape should tell a story and reflect the unique personality of its owners. Our team of experienced designers works closely with each client to create custom landscape designs that harmonize with the natural environment, enhance curb appeal, and create inviting outdoor living spaces. From lush gardens and vibrant plantings to elegant hardscape features and sustainable elements, we bring creativity and vision to every project, ensuring that your landscape is a true reflection of your style and preferences. Call or click for an estimate today! Efficient solutions to maintaining your outdoors

"The Frey Brothers were excellent. Showed up early, great attitude on a cold day, worked hard, and had energy for more. Hard to find all this at once now days. Will be calling these guys back for more work for sure."

Jay O on March 2024

Frey Brothers Land Management is your premier choice for exceptional landscaping services, dedicated to enhancing the beauty, functionality, and sustainability of outdoor spaces. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we specialize in providing comprehensive landscape design, installation, and maintenance solutions that exceed our clients' expectations. At Frey Brothers Land Management, we believe that every landscape should tell a story and reflect the unique personality of its owners. Our team of experienced designers works closely with each client to create custom landscape designs that harmonize with the natural environment, enhance curb appeal, and create inviting outdoor living spaces. From lush gardens and vibrant plantings to elegant hardscape features and sustainable elements, we bring creativity and vision to every project, ensuring that your landscape is a true reflection of your style and preferences. Call or click for an estimate today! Efficient solutions to maintaining your outdoors

"The Frey Brothers were excellent. Showed up early, great attitude on a cold day, worked hard, and had energy for more. Hard to find all this at once now days. Will be calling these guys back for more work for sure."

Jay O on March 2024


Missouri Handyman Service LLC

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Missouri Handyman Service LLC

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We offer General contracting, renovations & repairs specializing in kitchen and bathroom transformations! However, there is no project large or small we cannot do! We have a combined 25 yrs of experience.

We offer General contracting, renovations & repairs specializing in kitchen and bathroom transformations! However, there is no project large or small we cannot do! We have a combined 25 yrs of experience.


O Donnell Property Solutions LLC

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O Donnell Property Solutions LLC

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2 years of experience

We are a small local company that specializes in retaining wall, grading, excavating, land clearing, and debris/junk removal. We pride ourselves on operating with our values at the forefront of every interaction, with clients providing exceptional customer service.

We are a small local company that specializes in retaining wall, grading, excavating, land clearing, and debris/junk removal. We pride ourselves on operating with our values at the forefront of every interaction, with clients providing exceptional customer service.


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RHL Contracting LLC

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RHL Contracting LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We focus on xeriscape, hardscape, and flatwork. Our company also offers tree removal, brush removal, and excavation. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service!

"Great job communicating project requirements and timelines. Even though job was more complex than we expected the work was completed timely and looks great!"

Kenny S on January 2024

We focus on xeriscape, hardscape, and flatwork. Our company also offers tree removal, brush removal, and excavation. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service!

"Great job communicating project requirements and timelines. Even though job was more complex than we expected the work was completed timely and looks great!"

Kenny S on January 2024

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FAQs for excavation projects in Clayton, MO

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.

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