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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Amherst - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Ikon Imports LLC
Ikon Imports LLC
5.0(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Konnaugh and his team were a pleasure to work with. They showed up on time, and after demolishing and removing a hot tub and a chicken coop, they left my yard practically spotless! They did such a great job, I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for junk removal or yard cleanup ??"
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Clean Room
Half Full Garage
Empty Garage

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Twin Timber Construction
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Michael built a single family home in Laconia and his work was thoughtful, tasteful, and overall very well done. He was very responsive and quick to make any requested adjustments. I highly recommend Michael and his team for any renovations, improvements or building a home from start to finish!"
Laconia Custom Home
Laconia Custom Home
Laconia Custom Home
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
McAdams Excavation & Landscaping
3.9(
27
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The attention to detail of the work was top rate. We had three sink holes in our yard that they took care of for us, as well as spreading loam for us to start a lawn in the spring. I very highly recommend McAdams Excavation."
Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Quantum Contracting, LLC
4.3(
38
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Tyler and his crew from Quantum Contracting LLC to build a 10 x 12 pool deck and they did an awesome job. Hardworking, pleasant and professional. They cleaned up the area every night when they left and when the project was completed. Very skilled in their detail and carpentry work. We are so pleased with the end result and look forward to using it this summer. We would hire them again for any project and we highly recommend them. Paula and Stephen Russell"
Small Garden
Complete Landscape Renovation
Grade Work
Brick Pathway
Small Retaining Wall

+23

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
A + Landscaping and Maintenance, LLC
4.1(
22
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Amherst, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I will recommend Sean for the services performed. Excellent work. Very fairly priced. Will use him for all landscape services."
Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Yes, professional installations include trenching or borehole drilling required for ground loops.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

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.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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