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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Cornelius - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Dimmer's Precision Grading
Dimmer's Precision Grading
5.0(
22
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great Experience. Energetic young man that arrived on time and was excellent with his coordination of razing the structure and having the debris picked up immediately. Great logistics! Already neighbors have commented how great the area looks and Property Manager has added him to our list of vendors."
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+63

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Transformers Landscaping, LLc
Transformers Landscaping, LLc
4.8(
87
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were hard workers, and took their time and they did a beautiful job, trimming my trees and bushes, They cleaned up after themselves and blew off my driveway.. . They hauled off all the limbs and debris. They will be doing all of my work from now on, and I highly recommend them."
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TRIMMING
TRIMMING

+2

Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Charlotte Stump and Land
Charlotte Stump and Land
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mike arrived on-time to our agree to time and date. He did an excellent job in removing two 14 ft. trees and digging out the roots. Mike removed all the cut limbs and roots then loaded them on his truck and hauled them to the dump. He also cleaned up the area after he finished the job."
Utility Line Stumps
Stump Grinding Done
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Raised Tree Canopy
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Living In Paradise, Inc.
Living In Paradise, Inc.
5.0(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Hired them to clear property lines for a fence install. They did such an amazing job that I then hired them to clear out the interior property. They exceeded my expectations and were so helpful and communicative during the entire process. I plan on bringing them back for further jobs on the future. Excellent service."
Land Clearing
Grading
LIP Inc Service
Property Maintenance
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Needed fencing installed to keep groundhogs from taking up residence under our deck. Brady came up with a creative and complete solution that made sure the varmints were out and would not return. Would use again."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Silver Line Construction Plus
Silver Line Construction Plus
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Mendoza trimming
4.6(
14
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hired Mendoza Trimming to straighten a tree, apply mulch, replace rose bushes and trim some overgrown bushes. Had to be flexible on which day work was completed, but once that day came, he had a team of five or six workers show up and perform the work. They did FANTASTIC job. Cleared all leaves before applying new mulch, trimmed bushes to the size I asked, put roses in as I asked, took away all the debris, and the property looks great. Price was higher than I originally expected, but after seeing the crew and work, felt that I got a great value. Sorry for night photos, that's all I could take while submitting this review tonight."
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+2

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for ACEncio Concrete
ACEncio Concrete
4.9(
109
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Reynaldo and his company did a wonderful job taking out the old driveway, sidewalk, and front porch and putting a new one down. We would highly recommend him for any kind of concrete work you need done. We are very pleased with the results was told from neighbors that it looks great."
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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