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Last update on July 29, 2026

Top-Rated Excavation pros in Payne - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Elite Concrete & Construction, LLC
Elite Concrete & Construction, LLC
4.7(
19
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Payne, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Professional, friendly, knowledgeable. No time wasted. They were here to fix a portion of my chain link fence and finished the high-quality job within a short amount of time! Highly recommend their work!"
Backyard Privacy Fence
Backyard Privacy Fence
Backyard Privacy Fence
Concrete
Before

+13

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Kahlig Dozing & Excavating, Inc.
Kahlig Dozing & Excavating, Inc.
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Payne, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Our company is made up of just four owner operators which means the people you talk with and meet with will be the ones doing the work and will be committed to performing quality work that our business depends on.

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Avatar for Buckeye Waterproofing Inc
Buckeye Waterproofing Inc
4.1(
54
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Payne, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tried to fix problem. Came back and trying again."
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Avatar for GG Landscaping, LLC
GG Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Payne, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company is great! They went above and beyond to make my backyard beautiful. Landscaping around my pond and designed a new fire pit/sitting area, exactly what was needed to freshen up my outdoors! Definitely would recommend them !! They are very trustworthy, so kind and very fair prices too! Check them out for your next project, you wonâ t regret it!"
Fire pit
Fire pit
Little beach
View
Lights

+23

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Avatar for R.A.M Landscaping Services
R.A.M Landscaping Services
5.0(
10
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Payne, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"R.A.M. brought in top soil (very good-no stone or rock). Racked out and reseeded the lawn and over-seeded our lawn due to having to remove two 50 year old maple trees (no-thank to AEP). Tough work!"
Landscape Make Over
Landscape Make Over
Landscape Make Over
Landscape Make Over
Landscape Make Over

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wittler Excavating, LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Payne, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Wittler Excavating does amazing work. Jason and his team goes above and beyond in everything he does. Jason is very prompt, knowledgeable, easy to communicate with, and very fair on pricing. I would recommend Wittler Excavating to anyone who wants to have the best work done. Jason has put in my drive way, prepped an area for my pole barn, and land leveled my yard for grass seed. Give Wittler Excavating a call for any of your outdoor excavating needs."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

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