How much does plumbing excavation cost?

<div>Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/repair-leaking-pipe-sewer-liner.htm">broken sewer pipe repair</a>, 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.</div>

How much does excavation cost?

<div>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/excavation-costs.htm">cost for residential excavation</a> 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. </div>

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Q: How much does pool excavation cost?

<div>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pool-excavation-cost.htm">cost for pool excavation</a> 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&rsquo;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.</div>

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Last update on August 13, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
I could not get over the quality of his work and the overall communication throughout the job. He made me feel like we were best friends after a few days working at my house. He was fixing things without me asking, give me ideas to really make our outside of the house perfect. He did what we...
Frank's Landscaping
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Reviewed in May 2025
Shane installed a 900' driveway for me. He did a fantastic job and was a gentleman throughout the process. SCS is a great resource for anybody who needs a high quality job for a fair price. I would have given him more than five stars if I could have.
SGS Development
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Reviewed in December 2024
This was such a ma easy going and stress free process they came the next day to check out the job. They came the following week everything was done in hours. Steven gave me and my husband company sweatshirts I will absolutely be using them in the future or for any one looking for demo &...
High Idle Excavation
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Reviewed in December 2024
Hired high idle excavation (Steve) for a foundation for my new home that was done in Hauppauge I had the permits pulled already and they had this done in two days. I would use them everytime from here on out.
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Reviewed in December 2024
I couldn’t be happier with my decision to have a pool excavation done in my backyard! From start to finish, the entire process exceeded my expectations. Steven was prompt, professional, and incredibly skilled. Steve and his team took great care to ensure minimal disruption to the surrounding...
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Reviewed in December 2024
Steven and his team were extremely professional! They answered all my questions and kept me at ease throughout the process of having my front and back yard stripped. I’m planning on hiring Steven and his team for additional work I need done.
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Reviewed in December 2024
i had the most amazing experience. the most easy going respectful young men. they gave my daughter a company hoodie. they had the job done in under 10 hours the same day!!! i will absolutely be using steve and his team again! amazing job!
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Reviewed in December 2024
Wanted my garage Demo'd , Steven came and did a wonderful job. Was referred thru a friend and would recommend to anyone. He's super great guy, very nice, even brought me a coffee 😊. Thanks again 😁
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Reviewed in December 2024
I had a great experience with steve from high idle excavation. The quote was very reasonable. They ripped up my driveway and walkway due to just buying my home. It was very needed and a hazard. They paved my driveway and disposed of all the material. They had the job done in two days. I will be...
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Reviewed in December 2024
High idle excavation came and removed several tree stumps from my property they disposed of a bunch of concrete, roots, brick, and other garbage that was buried. They brought clean dirt that was spread around my backyard and graded everything to make it level and flat. They did this job in under...
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Excavation pros in Lake Success

M&W Environmental Solutions LLC

M&W Environmental Solutions LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

26 local quotes requested

M&W Environmental Solutions LLC is the solution for all your Excavation and environmental remediation needs in residential, industrial, and commercial fields. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Slade and his assistant Rob did an excellent job from start to finish. Slade gave an honest evaluation and quote for what the job would entail. He brought a small excavator, the perfect tool for the job, and he expertly operated it, never once hitting or damaging the brand new PVC fence that was very close to the 110’ long work area. They were kind, respectful, skillful, and thorough. Hopefully I will never need his services again but Slade will be the first person I call if I ever do!"

Paul A on August 2022

PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC

PRIORITY CESSPOOL SEWER & DRAIN, INC

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

146 local quotes requested

At Priority Cesspool we Install, service and maintaine cesspool & septic systems as well as providing sewer & drain cleaning services. Priority Cesspool is a full service cesspool, sewer & drain company. N.Y.S. Dec Lic # 1A-873 Member L.I.L.W.A. (L.I. Liquid Waste Ass.) Member B.B.B. Suffolk County License #44528-LW DBA of Clear River Environmental Service Corp

"Everything went well"

Jeanne D on August 2024

"Everything went well"

Jeanne D on August 2024

American Elite Contractors, Inc.

2509 Paulding Avenue, Unit 3

American Elite Contractors, Inc.

2509 Paulding Avenue, Unit 3

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

7 years of experience

"I hired American Elite Contractors to build a 8 unit building for me. They made the most complex project a breeze. Their pricing was fair compared to the other prices I got. They were very professional, punctual and communicative. If I could give them 10 stars I would. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a general contractor. These guys are the real deal!!!!"

Meghan D on June 2024

A-1 Tank Removals and Installations

A-1 Tank Removals and Installations

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

35 years of experience

Family owned and operated since 1990, we are a full service oil and fuel tank removal and installation company. We do not sub contract our work. At A-1 Tank Removals and Installations, we can even handle oil spills as well. We're a family owned and operated business and our goals is to make you our customer for life. Call us today!

"Job was completed as quoted and professionally done!"

Jerry G on July 2025

"Job was completed as quoted and professionally done!"

Jerry G on July 2025

Elite Piping Solutions

Elite Piping Solutions

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

19 local quotes requested

We work extremely hard for the owner and always have the owner's best interest at heart. Our long term vision is for us to become a go to general contractor with capabilities to do multiple types of projects.

"From the appearance the job looked good, but there was a wet sink and a half bathroom that has not been used for many years and they removed all of the piping to those fixtures without my permission. There was also a fuel oil leak that I had to fix."

Edward M on April 2025

VIP Fast Services Corp.

115 East Avenue

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VIP Fast Services Corp.

115 East Avenue

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28 local quotes requested

5 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC

C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

72 local quotes requested

C2G Environmental has 20 years of experience removing, abandoning and installing underground and above ground storage tanks (heating oil tanks), as well as, remediating contaminated soils from leaking tanks. By choosing C2G Environmental, you can be assured that your environmental project will be handled with the utmost care and professionalism. We specialize in residential & commercial underground oil tanks and services. We are fully licensed and insured to perform all aspects of underground oil tanks removal, abandonment's and installations in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey, plus soil and groundwater remediation.

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James H on April 2025

"N.A."

James H on April 2025

And 1 Masonry has been in business for 25 years. We specialize in all types of concrete work. Foundations, driveways, sidewalks, anything with concrete we do. We also do excavations, land clearing and clean ups, demolition and all drainage work.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Here at high idle excavation we are Licensed and insured. We offer a wide variety of services including; Demo, excavation, masonry, property managment, drainage systems, asphalt, concrete, pavers, utility work just to name a few. You can reach us 24/7 for emergencies at 516-865-0168 for FREE ESTIMATES contact us by email [email protected]

"Very professional"

Pat D on December 2024

"Very professional"

Pat D on December 2024

Emergency services offered

Here at C.M.J Excavation we are family owned and treat our customer's as part of our family. We offer many services excavation, grading, land clearing, ponds and pools dug, demolition and rentals. Licensed and insured, free estimates Nassau and suffolk county. Best prices on long-island, we pride our self on customer service so gife us a a call.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Lake Success, NY

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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