Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Shiner, TX

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your excavation project in Shiner, TX?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Verified Reviews for Excavation pros in Shiner, TX

*The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Shiner, TX is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Excavation companies in Shiner, TX is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.

Last update on January 05, 2026

Find Excavation pros in Shiner

Avatar for First Shot Land Services
First Shot Land Services
5.0(
3
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Shiner, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sure! Here’s a professional and positive review for a tree removal service—you can adjust the tone or add specifics (like company name, location, or type of tree) if you’d like: ⸻ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Excellent Tree Removal Service! We hired this company for tree removal, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. They were professional, punctual, and clearly knew what they were doing. The crew worked quickly and safely, and they took great care to avoid damaging the surrounding property. Clean-up was thorough—by the time they left, you’d never know there was ever a tree there! Their pricing was fair, and communication was excellent throughout the process. Highly recommend for anyone needing reliable tree removal."
Land Clearing
Packing in Road
Packing in Road
Original road
Grading

+1

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Over The Top Land Clearing
4.2(
6
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Shiner, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had never needed this kind of work so I didn't know what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised. The work was the highest quality and a more reasonable price than I had assumed. I'd give a higher score if I could."
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for ESC Services
ESC Services
5.0(
1
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Shiner, 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
Request Quote
Avatar for RK Specialty Solutions
RK Specialty Solutions
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Shiner, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We are a devoted company with many different types of services to offer and take care of all you’re needs

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 73
Excavating questions, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

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.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Yes, professional installations include trenching or borehole drilling required for ground loops.

The Shiner, TX homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles