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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Lake Ozark - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for M&W Excavating, LLC
M&W Excavating, LLC
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Lake Ozark, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"George and his company were very prompt and professional. He offered great advice on what was needed and he gave a very honest assessment of what needed to be done and how I could save money without sacrificing quality or the integrity of the finished product. These are qualities you don’t see much anymore when profit is the priority. Do yourself a big favor and use George and his team at M&W Excavating. I highly recommend them.9"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Southern Contracting, LLC
Southern Contracting, LLC
5.0(
36
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Lake Ozark, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"100% satisfied! Repeat customer for life. I wanted a chain link fence with multiple, different sized gates installed around an oddly shaped piece of my yard, which is on a slope and the ground is pretty rocky. I called Ivan, who is probably the most polite person I've ever met, to come give me an estimate. His prices were fair, and they got the fence installed perfectly. I'm so pleased with my experience that I'm hiring them again for a larger, agricultural fencing project and plan to keep this company as my go-to contractor for other things that come up."
6ft chain-link
6' chain-link fence
Privacy fence start
Wrapping up
Interior

+17

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Luebbering Skid Steer Services and Excavating
Luebbering Skid Steer Services and Excavating
5.0(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lake Ozark, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Taylor Luebbering had the job done in one day. He leveled the ground next to our home and down to the edge of our driveway. Mr. Luebbering then had 2 loads of white rock delivered which he then smoothed out as this is fir our travel trailer. Mr. Luebbering also put rock if front of our home and rerocked our driveway. I would DEFINITELY recommend Luebbering Construction to anyone who wants yard work done as he is most reasonable with his price and very prompt in getting the job done to the customers satisfaction!!! I would give Luebbering Construction 10 Stars!!!"
Response time5 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for JC Lawn Service
JC Lawn Service
4.1(
39
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lake Ozark, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Response to request for estimate was quick and work began the day after signed contract. The new retaining wall and paver patio are beautiful allowing us to use the backyard for entertaining. They leveled an area for an above ground pool and sodded the front yard. They did an excellent job, very professional and courteous. I would highly recommend their service."
pavers
sod...
paver walkway
planting
stone walkway

+11

Response time1 day
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Cornine Farm & Residential Services
Cornine Farm & Residential Services
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lake Ozark, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Cornine Services. They replaced or repaired my vinyl fence around my yard. They did a wonderful job at a very reasonable price. They installed the posts in concrete. Added an extra end post making the fence very secure. Cleaned up any left over materials and disposed of the previously damaged materials. The owners are professional and very easy to work with."
Cornine Farm
Cornine Farm
Wall job
Wall job
Wall job

+4

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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