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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Axtell - Updated Nov 2026

Waco Residential Excavation
5.0(
8
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Axtell, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Very quick to respond and very friendly. The work was outstanding and done in a timely manner. I believe their prices are the best in town. I will definitely use them again and will be recommending them from here on out! Thanks guys!"
Tree and brush removal.
After removal.
Outbuilding Demolition
Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Landscaping & More
4.7(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Axtell, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In 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. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Woodway Family Remodel
Woodway Family Remodel
Woodway Family Remodel
Woodway Family Remodel
SprinklerSod Install

+18

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Recommended by44%of homeowners
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ESC Services
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Axtell, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

ESC Services is your lifetime property solution partner. We offer a wide range of services for your property from material removal and demolition to land clearing and site prep. We welcome all projects big or small.

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Compean Excavation
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Axtell, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Skid Steer Operator for Hire – Site Prep & Dirt Work\n\nNeed dirt moved or land cleared? \nProfessional skid steer services available with an experienced operator. From small cleanups to full site prep, no shortcuts—just solid work.\n\nBrush clearing, grading, driveways, pads, trenching, and more. Residential and commercial jobs welcome. Serving North Texas.\n

Finished Grading
Finished Grading
Finished Grading
Cedar Hill Project
Troy Whisenhunt
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Axtell, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With over 15 years of experience in excavation and heavy equipment operations, we provide professional dirt work, land clearing, and site preparation for ranches, residential properties, and commercial projects. Our services include pond construction and cleanouts, brush and cedar clearing, building pads, grading, drainage, and ranch road construction. We take pride in providing quality work. From small projects to large acreage improvements, we’re committed to getting the job done right.

Cattle Pond
Cattle Pond
Cattle Pond
Cattle Pond
Cattle Pond

+1

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Excavating FAQs, 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.

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

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