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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Des Moines - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Mount Olive Landscape & Constr
Mount Olive Landscape & Constr
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a large section of fence that had blown over due to rotting posts. Norberto came out to assess the damage and got back to me the next day with a quote. He was able to man the project the following week and complete the work in 2 days time. Workmanship was excellent and I’m very pleased with the end product. I highly recommend Mount Olive."
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Vinyl Fence Project
Vinyl Fence Project
Flagstone Patio
Flagstone Patio

+46

Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.
Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.
4.4(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Gary Gaston to clear my severely overgrown backyard. He showed up when he said he would to look at the job and give me a bid. I decided to go with Gaston Brothers and we set up a day and time to start the project. Gary said he could do it in one day. Again he showed up on time and started the work. I was impressed at Gary's skill operating the backhoe. That is truly a lost art. He cleared enough to fill 2 full sized dump trucks. Gary went the extra mile by leveling out the yard. It's ready for me to rake it smooth and plant grass. Thank you Gary!"
Wall project
Wall project
Retaining Wall
Parking lot
Parking lot

+52

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for P4 Construction, LLC
P4 Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great construction company to work with They’re professional, reliable, and do quality work I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a good construction company!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by18%of homeowners
Avatar for Seattle Rockeries
Seattle Rockeries
4.8(
62
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Harry and crew did a fabulous job helping design and then building our retaining walls, at an appropriate price. They started exactly when scheduled and finished promptly a week later. Results are fabulous. I absolutely hope to work with them on future projects, and recommend them without reservation."
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+138

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for JIREH ASPHALT AND CONCRETE, INC.
JIREH ASPHALT AND CONCRETE, INC.
4.5(
23
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job. They were on-time, fast and high quality work. Challenging job site with several large trees and massive roots. They moved a huge amount of dirt and did a precise leveling with proper drainage. They prepared the project in one day and poured the next! The stamping process was very interesting and a work of art. Several neighbors have talked to me about having them do work for them. Still getting complements!"
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11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
Avatar for Northern Horizons Land and Yard Restoration
Northern Horizons Land and Yard Restoration
4.5(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jesse is an incredibly hard worker. He removed around 1000sq ft of blackberry bushes, which uncovered lots of junk left over from previous homeowners. He was generous enough to remove the junk along with the bushes, cleaning up our yard to make it safe for the kids to play."
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Response rate100%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

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.

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