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Avatar for Jason Excavating, LLC
Jason Excavating, LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Mount Joy, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Last week, I hired Jason Excavating again for a driveway job to install the catch basin in front of my house. He did an excellent job. He's extremely responsible, very knowledgeable about his work, and an excellent person. I will always recommend him. He goes the extra mile in his work. I'm always grateful."
Front
Business card
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for David Sauder Renovations and Property Maintenance, LLC
David Sauder Renovations and Property Maintenance, LLC
4.8(
24
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mount Joy, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dave completed a full master bath remodel for me that is absolutely gorgeous, along with kitchen tiling work, paining and lighting jobs. I could not be happier with his work! His work is top notch and he always wants to make sure that you are satisfied. Dave is always prompt in the morning and cleans everything when he leaves each day. He does amazing projects and anyone that hires him will never be disappointed. I have hired him to do multiple projects at my house over the years and have recommended him to several people. I will always continue to use him for any project I ever have in my home. His skills are amazing. Definitely recommend!"
Existing kitchen
Existing kitchen
Kithcen carpet
Mid demo
Completion of kitchen

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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Hutchinson Excavating, Inc.
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Mount Joy, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project.\nIn order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time3 hrs
NorthWind Land Developers
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Mount Joy, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At NorthWind Land Developers, we are your comprehensive solution for all land development needs across the Mid-Atlantic region. With a commitment to excellence and a dedication to sustainable practices, we offer a diverse range of services, making us your go-to partner in creating exceptional spaces.\n\nWhether it's transforming raw land, building your dream structure, or managing projects seamlessly, NorthWind Land Developers is here to bring your vision to life. Let's embark on this journey together and create spaces that stand the test of time.\n\n

Response time2 hrs
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J Donisch Contracting LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Mount Joy, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

J Donisch Contracting LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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