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Last update on March 04, 2026
Serving Katy, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2021
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"We have always had excellent work from Valentin Enviro Irrigation. I would highly recommend"
+160
Serving Katy, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I found this company thr Angi's list. They cleaned gutters.,weeds,some shrub removal, trimmed, hedges and mulched. My tard is ready for winter. They showed up on time. We're efficient and kept things clean. Clyde"
Serving Katy, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent. Great communication, thoughtful consultation for the project (great/practical ideas), and the work was done exactly as planned. Highly recommend!"
+253
Serving Katy, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Highly responsive and showed up on time and completed the work exactly as scoped. Will definitely use again"
Serving Katy, TX and surrounding areas
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Customers say: Quick response
"Friendly, down to earth, honest."
+10
Serving Katy, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Clean and very professional. Will use again"
Serving Katy, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"He was quick to respond to my inquiry by coming in person. We looked at the condition of the flowerbeds and he spoke about soil, mulch and what was good and bad for the plants. He was sensitive to the fact that at our stage in life frugality is necessary and gave us a conservative estimate/ price. He kept his word, worked us into his schedule. He cleaned the flowerbeds and put mulch all around the plants already in place. He finished by the time he said he would."
Serving Katy, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"They did a great job of trimming trees. Cleaned up well"
Serving Katy, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Owner is super nice. We had a very small job so the concrete was done in a portable mixer so Iâ m probably not the best for a review of a big job."
Serving Katy, TX and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Did a great job with my backyard! Took care of every single detail and I'm happy with the results."
+7
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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