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M & M Excavating and Landscape Services, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Matt was helpful, prompt, adaptable and professional and did a great job for my commercial project. He was willing to do whatever it took for my project to be successful and be completed within my short-scheduled timeframe. This is how a business should be run. I would highly recommend his services and I will definitely use him again on future projects."
Front & Backyard upgrade
Front & Backyard upgrade
Front & Backyard upgrade
Front & Backyard upgrade
Front & Backyard upgrade

+63

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lydick Western Construction, Inc.
5.0(
8
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Justine was professional, knowledgeable and timely; he got me the quote and arranged a crew very quickly. Justine was always available if there were questions and was the go-to person between workers and myself. My LVP flooring is beautiful, the demo and install done smoothly. The crews were such a team!! As always, my support of local business didn't let me down."
Demo & Rough Framing
Phase: Stucco
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Mr. Fix it LLC
5.0(
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We initially hired Chris to finish a small bathroom remodel, including installing new shower panels, new vanity countertop, new sink and some drywall repair. He did an amazing job, took his time and really paid attention to the details. The bathroom looks amazing thanks to him. We also hired him to install some new interior doors and a new swamp cooler. Chris stayed till every detail was taken care of and the job was complete. Highly recommend & we will hire him again!"
Handymen Project
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+26

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drop Tine Excavation LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, always on time and went above and beyond to take care of anything I needed. Would recommend for all excavation projects and will use on figure projects!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
HUSTON HIGH DESERT EXCAVATION LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Steve and his team were timely, efficient and thorough. As a professional in the construction industry, I was very impressed by he and his team's attention to details, and getting the "small things" right, which makes a huge difference for the owner and future technical workers. I personally walked down the site at various stages of the work, and was impressed with how they maintained a clean and orderly site, which for me is a leading indicator on overall quality. Without a doubt, I will hire Steve and his team for my future civil and related work!"
Response time30 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Freedom Forest Management
5.0(
5
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Serving Reno, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had about 5 acres to get cleared out from over growth, I called Freedom Forest Management and a gentleman named Levi was out at my property two day later to give me a quote, the quote they gave me was a little pricey compared to others but they were able to get to it in a couple of days compared to others that were 3-4 weeks out. They did a bang up job cleaned the area up really good even trimmed up a tree I had since he said needed it to help with growth. I definitely got the quality of work I paid for and then some."
Hazard tree removal
Hazard tree removal
Hazard tree removal
Hazard tree removal
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FAQs for excavation projects in Reno, NV

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

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.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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