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Q: How much does pool excavation cost?

• <div><p>The average <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pool-excavation-cost.htm">cost for pool excavation</a> is <b>$2,500</b>. This cost can range from <b>$450 to $4,500</b>, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. </p><p>When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional <b>$15 to $25</b> <b>per linear foot</b> to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it&rsquo;ll cost an additional <b>$2,000 to $20,000</b>. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages <b>$450</b> to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages <b>$3,020</b>.</p></div>

Q: Why is professional site preparation necessary for construction projects?

• <div><p>Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.</p></div>

Q: Can a metal detector find a septic tank?

• <div><p>Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that&rsquo;s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something&mdash;likely your septic tank lid. </p></div>

Q: Do I have to grind an old tree stump?

• <div><p>We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don&rsquo;t try using acids or fire for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-kill-tree-stump.htm">killing a tree stump</a>, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.</p><p>Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of directional drilling?

• <div><p>Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there&rsquo;s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. </p></div>

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Last update on May 18, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
I absolutely love the work done by Edward Hanson Renovations! We hired them for large interior project that involved both painting and intricate wood staining on our staircase. The team was professional and polite. If you want a company that takes pride in the details and doesn't cut a single...
Edward Hanson Renovations LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
Performed a multiple of variety of tasks Leach bed septic systems tree removal excavation stop removal water line installation and removal grading major in minor highly recommend he also performs remodeling tasks drywall repair roof repair a well-rounded very highly recommended contractor
Apex Project Solutions
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Reviewed in February 2023
Excellent service my fence was up in two days from start to finish we had Ryan also do some mold remediation done in the basement great group of guys very professional
Oasis Contracting
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Reviewed in January 2023
Workers arrived promptly, removed tree carefully so wouldnâ t damage nearby house, fence, or trees. Cleaned up afterwards and put dirt and grass seed down where large pieces of trunk came down and dented the ground.
CDC Contracting
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Reviewed in August 2021
Very efficient, completed work in a timely manner. Cleaned up area when complete. Definitely would recommend if you need tree removal.
CDC Landscaping & Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2021
Sean and his crew did an amazing job! Excellent work refinishing the wood floors in my house. Good communication and very fast response to inquiries. Rusty Woods Renovations is the company I recommend for wood floor refinishing, and I will do business with them again if I have a future need.
Rusty Woods Renovations
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Reviewed in October 2020
I hired Maufran Construction to complete the excavation, block foundation, and concreate interior for a 32' x 26' three-car detached garage. The job required the removal of an existing concrete turn-around area and a significant slope of approximately 6+ feet on the back-side of the area, new...
Maufran Construction
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Reviewed in January 2020
Signature Demolition & Excavating is very efficient and thorough. I go to them whenever I need a project completed.
Signature Demolition & Excavating
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Reviewed in March 2019
I contacted PG Excavating to cut out and grade a 15 x 12 area for a fire pit on my 4-acre property. The project also included a gravel base, a weed barrier, 1.5 tons of decorative rock, and framing with landscape timbers. The selected site was in a back corner of the property and a distance...
PG Excavating, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2016
Because of the unusual requirements for my garage move and the limited site access, Justin came to review the job prior to starting the job. Justin and his crew were excellent. They had contacted OOPS to locate any underground utilities on the work site, and had scheduled the foundation...
Star City Concrete
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Kyle's Excavating

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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

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"In the process of selling our home the home inspector found a pipe sticking out of the ground he thought might indicate the presence of a buried fuel tank. Kyle responded quickly to my inquiry on Home Advisor. He explained what his process would be. He came the next day and sure enough he found a tank. He brought his crew and quickly dug up the tank and properly disposed of it. He and his crew were great. I highly recommend him if you need excavating service."

Response time8 hrs

Recommended by87%of homeowners

Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Andrew and his crew were very professional, came out and got to work immediately. I saw immediate results before they even completed the project. Would definitely recommend him for all things excavating, drainage (french drain &, sump pit installation) and landscaping issues."

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Response time5 hrs

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Recommended by85%of homeowners

Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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"very professional, prompt, and completed job in accordance to contract"

Response time3 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"PG Excavating were outstanding in their work, ethics, honestly, communications, and knowledge."

Response time1 day

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance

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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

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"Tim and his crew were a delight. He and his team repaired my wood floor and baseboards, a job that took extreme craftsmanship because the materials in my older home are no longer available. They came up with a solution and the finished job looked as if it was the original decor. Would I hire Tim and his crew again? You bet! I’m sending him a punch list of repairs with the reassurance that the job will be done with care and excellence. Thank you!"

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Hughes Contractors, LLC

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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"The contractor was very professional and the quality was amazing. And unlike others he repaired everything to do this job right. I am so happy with the quality, I wish I had more for him to do. He will be the one I use for future projects"

Response time2 days

Response rate89%

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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"I use Hughes contractors weekly for many different excavation and concrete projects. They always do a great job and are a pleasure to work with! Highly recommended."

Backfilled, finish graded, Seeded and matting

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Response time3 days

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Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Five Guys Property Maintenance

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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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"very pleased with the outcome of their work . Would definitely hire again and recommend them."

+15

Response time8 hrs

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Recommended by86%of homeowners

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Thorpe Site Solutions

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Serving Riverside, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Thorpe Site Solutions is hands down one of the best landscaping companies in Dayton. They completely transformed my yard with professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail. The crew showed up on time, worked hard, and made sure everything was perfect before finishing. They also did a thorough cleanup, leaving the property spotless. If you’re looking for top-quality landscaping in Dayton, I highly recommend Thorpe Site Solutions!"

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Excavating questions, 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.

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching.

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