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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Desoto - Updated Nov 2026

Sonart Construction Corp.
4.8(
245
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Desoto, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Sonart Construction to remodel my sons bedroom and they did a great job. The price was very good, they was on time with their job, and it came out beautiful. Very good company."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Demo Dog Landworx
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Desoto, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is hands-down the best company Iâ  ve ever seen theyâ  re quick to respond. They do what they say theyâ  re going to do for the best price."
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal

+16

Response time10 hrs
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Turf Rescue Hardscape & Landscape Design
4.3(
30
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Desoto, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Turf Rescue to install sod in my front and backyard. Him and his crew were very professional and efficient with the install along with offering to come back to mow the yards to maintain the pristine look they left me with. I've recommend them to a few of my friends and neighbors because you can they're passionate about their work and the results speak for themselves."
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C&C Scapes Lawn Services
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Desoto, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had a great experience with this landscaping company. Their team was professional, reliable, and did outstanding work that completely transformed my yard. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality service and attention to detail."
Front Yard remodel
Front Yard remodel
Front Yard remodel
Front Yard remodel
Project Desert

+7

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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.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

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. 

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