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Last update on October 06, 2026

Top-Rated Excavation pros in Ellsinore - Updated Nov 2026

HeartLand Dirt Works, Inc.
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They have completed several projects of drainage tile installation, road repair and septic tank installation. All projects were completed on schedule and an excellent manner."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rymer Dozer & Backhoe Service, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They came and dug a new leach line that had been crushed from previous work done on the land. They were very professional and worked very hard to complete the job. It was not an easy task due to an abundance amount of very large rocks where we needed the new leach line. But they worked hard and made it happen. Very pleased with their work and effort from Wappapello, MO."
Excavated basement
Excavated basement
Excavated basement
Excavated basement
Sewer system

+2

Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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L&M Excavation
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Site clearing, tree removal, trenching, driveway repairs water/sewer pipe installation.\nJohn Deere 35g

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The Lawn Tamer LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

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🌱 Need Your Yard Looking Its Best? Let The Lawn Tamer Handle It! 🌱\n\nHi! I’m Christopher, owner of The Lawn Tamer. With 5+ years of experience, we provide reliable, professional lawn care and landscaping at a great value.\n\n✅ Mowing & edging\n✅ Trimming & cleanups\n✅ Mulch & landscaping\n✅ Shrub & property maintenance\n✅ Free estimates\n\nWe don’t just cut grass — we tame lawns! 💪🌿\n\n📩 Message me today for a FREE estimate and let’s get your property looking its best!

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Mays Excavating
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"Ben and his team were top-notch. They went above and beyond the scope of the project, removing heavy brush and clearing a road to grade with the correct slope for water runoff. I will hire them again."
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Befor/After
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After

+1

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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DC's Removal Service
4.7(
24
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Ellsinore, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"GREAT SERVICE AND WORKMANSHIP! GOT PROJECT DONE IN ONE HOUR. I WOULD HIRE DC'S SERVICE AGAIN. 'AND RESONABLE FEE'"
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Burn/ debri pile removed
Burn/ debri pile removed
Trash pickup

+7

Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

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.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

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