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

Serving Forest Hill, 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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Mercer Excavation & Land Clearing
4.5(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Mercer Excavation was on time and completed the project in a timely manner. I will recommend this company."
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing

+24

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Firefly Earthworks, LLC
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Worked very hard and completed 2 projects to our satisfaction."
Our Equipment
Our Equipment
Our Equipment
Our Equipment
Work in Process

+9

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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H & K Home Repairs
4.8(
22
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quick response

"I have Henry twice to paint most of the rooms in my home and he has always done a wonderful job. Some of my rooms had dark colors and he did as many coats of paint as it needed to cover them with much lighter colors. He also installed new lighting in my kitchen. He is such a nice person to have working in my home. Always prompt, and Christy lets me know when he will arrive. Thank you HenryJudith"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dumpster Dog
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Forest Hill, 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
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Turf Rescue Hardscape & Landscape Design
4.3(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Turf Rescue team discussed our needs first, supplied an honest quote, worked fast and cleanly! We were thrilled with the outcome- trees trimmed, lawn mowed, flower beds cleaned out and readied for spring! Will use their services again!"
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vio Construction and Landscaping
4.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr paufisi did a wonderful job on my walkway and back patio. He was fast and efficient. For 4000 they even hauled away the old concrete that had cracked. We are so happy with his work and am looking forward to working with his company again in the future"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+275

Recommended by71%of homeowners
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K&N Water Restoration
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are very pleased with our experience with K&N! We had a slab leak in the main area of our house. They did all of the repair for the drywall, new paint, new baseboards, new flooring etc. The project was finished ahead of schedule (unheard of with insurance claims and remodels!) and they even helped us with working with our insurance to make sure we had the best communication of our needs."
Bathroom Remodel
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Reclaim Your Space LLC
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Forest Hill, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Hired the crew to remove an old shed in my backyard. They were quick to respond on the estimate and to schedule the job! Was in and out in just a few hours. Team was great to work with and professional throughout the process!"
Sasche debris removal
Sasche debris removal
Sasche debris removal
Sasche debris removal
Sasche debris removal

+1

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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. 

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.

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.

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