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Avatar for Stemler Services LLC
Stemler Services LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Elk, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The contractor did excellent work in a timely manner. He worked carefully and the cleanup was excellent"
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+24

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Eric Gee Trucking, Inc.
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Elk, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The WORK WAS DONE AT THE AGREED TIME AND DATE. he did exactly what we discussed and we are well satisfied"
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+3

Response time10 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Elk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Credit card accepted

"The project went extremely smooth with no damage to the yard. Bob and his crew were punctual and the cleanup was thorough.I would
 highly recommend his companys sevices to anyone needing a shed or gazebo.


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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Eco Builder Services Co
3.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Elk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gino's crew did a great job with the new siding and other features. His employees work well together and were very helpful with suggestions. The siding looks great and I am quite happy with the job performed.
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Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Buddy's Quality Construction LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Elk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was by far the best business that I have ever dealt with. They called me every day and kept me informed of their progress. They did a fantastic job and went above and beyond what I expected. I will recommend this company to everyone and will DEFINITELY use them again for any future projects."
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New sidewalk
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Handymen Project

+75

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Causer Excavating
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Elk, PA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Local business looking to expand. Quality work and works with you not against you. Here to serve your with all you job needs

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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.

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.

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.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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