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Schneider's Excavating
4.6(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Saint James, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1962

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I give Mr Schneider an A+ for communication and willingness to do the job but during negotiating about the job I found that my neighbor had a background in what the project entailed and I decided to go with his services. I like to deal with someone as courteous and punctual as Schneider Excavating and hope to do business with them in the future."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Shipman Land Solutions, LLC.
4.9(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint James, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great work done in better than professional. The driveway looks 100% better at a very fair price. Would definitely recommend."
Past Work
Past Work
Past Work
Past Work
Past Work

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Titan Outdoor Construction
3.8(
45
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint James, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"professional, on time, first class job."
Pond Excavation
Pond Excavation
Pond Excavation
Pond Excavation
Pond Excavation

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Palmer Foundations & Flatwork, LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Saint James, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brandon did a great job communicating with me, the inspector and his help. The garage foundation and approach turned out great."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spencer & Sons Construction LLC
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint James, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1960

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mike and Arch came as soon as possible to dig an excavation and bury one of my llamas that had died unexpectedly. They both were kind, empathetic and professional in dealing with the situation. I would highly recommend them. Because they could relate, they helped take some of the sting from my grief. Excellent service and caring."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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L&M Excavation
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Saint James, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

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

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J T Bell excavation
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Saint James, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

J T Bell Excavation specializes in grading, land clearing, base dig outs, backfilling, trenching, and other excavation services. Reliable work done right for residential and commercial projects

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RIDGE CONSTRUCTION, LLC
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint James, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time50 mins
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Down & Dirty Land Clearing LLC
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Saint James, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Would recommend over and over!! Gets the job done the correct way!"
Resort building
Resort building
Resort building
Resort building
Resort building

+5

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

The cost to drill a well varies, with a national average of around $5,500 for a 150-foot well. However, prices can fluctuate significantly based on several factors, including your location, the required well depth, geological conditions, local regulations, and the specific drilling methods used. For the most accurate cost assessment, it is best to research and get quotes from local well-drilling professionals in your area.

Above ground pools are not buried in the ground. Typically, above ground pools are semi-permanent. One reason they’re more affordable is that you don’t have to dig for an inground pool and pour concrete or another material. However, you can choose to install a semi inground pool, which is a hybrid between the two.

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. 

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.

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