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Wilson Tree Removal
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Knox, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They showed up on time and finished faster than we anticipated. They even came back at my request to help me make better cleanup. I highly recommend them. I'm very happy with the final result."
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tree removal
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+10

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
JD Hauling
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Knox, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 20 years of experience, we are the experts you need for your home or business. We handle everything from land clearing to commercial paving. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give Deeters Farm Construction a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
D&M Services
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Knox, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I recently hired D&M Tree Service to remove a large oak tree that fell across my yard. From start to finish, the entire process was seamless and professional. Daniel provided a fair and honest estimate the same day I called, and his team arrived promptly on the scheduled day. Despite the snow and cold temperatures on February 15th, they were efficient and worked quickly, removing the tree and cleaning up all the debris. They even went the extra mile and disposed of patio furniture that was damaged by the tree. I was very impressed with their professionalism, attention to detail, and overall work ethic. I highly recommend D&M Tree Service for any tree removal needs in DuBois."
Response time2 days
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Sloan Construction Company
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Knox, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. Thank you for choosing Sloan Construction Inc

Response time10 mins
Evergreen Landscaping & Lawn Care
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Knox, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Evergreen Landscaping did a wonderful job removing a broken garage pad, leveling our yard and planting grass seed. Absolutely phenomenal work. I am very happy with the job."
Landscaping Project
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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