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Pierce L Shallis Landscaping & Design
4.9(
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Serving Southeastern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We contacted Pierce L. Shallis Landscaping after doing some research and reading online reviews. We needed landscape remediation as water was building up in the front side of our house (during heavy rain) and wanted a new flower bed as well. I contacted them and they got back to me right away. Pierce came out to take a look and after talking to him, I was confident he had the expertise to do the work. To no surprise, he and his crew did a fantastic job. I defaulted to his opinion about what plants would look great in the flower bed. My only request was a small Japanese maple. The communication was great from start to finish. I would highly recommend this company to anyone as they are both knowledgeable and professional. When hiring Pierce L. Shallis, you will have peace of mind that they will get the job done right."
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Outoor Living
Flagstone
Walkway Steps

+46

29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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J R Paving Contractors Inc
4.2(
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Serving Southeastern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1949

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Work was performed to agreed specifications and follow up was handled expediently. There was a minor challenge that was handed by the owner satifactorily."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
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Additional Photos

+27

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TerravationPro
5.0(
6
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Serving Southeastern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot recommend this excavation service highly enough. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. Max was an absolute pleasure to work with—professional, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. His work is impressively precise and efficient. Every detail was handled with care and expertise. It’s rare to find someone so reliable and dedicated to doing the job right the first time. If you’re looking for top-tier excavation work and a seamless process, this is the team to go with. Max truly sets the standard."
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After
My jobs

+15

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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KW Excavation LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Southeastern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Wes, is very professional and up front with his assessments. He has completed a 1/2 dozen excavation projects on my property and I was very satisfied with his workmanship. I will continue to use Wes for future projects."
KW Excavation LLC
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Davis Home Remodel and Flips
5.0(
6
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Serving Southeastern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired the Davis remodeling company in June to rid our property of a tremendous amount of yard debris. Larnell was quick to respond and came out promptly for an estimate. He did an amazing job, which was not easy on an extremely hot day! Estimate was reasonable and would definitely recommend! He is also a very nice and professional person!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J&N concrete & excavation LLC
4.8(
5
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Serving Southeastern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis and crew took a dilapidated wall and recycled all material in the installation. Came out great! He's also completed other concrete and retaining wall work for me and my company. Highly recommend!"
New Back yard
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

+1

22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kowalski's Landscaping
5.0(
5
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Serving Southeastern, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very reliable, knowledgeable and easy to work with. Have had him do my lawn maintenance, leaf removal and trimming of bushes and trees. Always an excellent job. He has serviced my property for over four years now. Very pleased with him and his work."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Southeastern, PA

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

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.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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