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Last update on August 26, 2025
Serving Mason, WV and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Customers say: True professional
"J&H excavating traveled up to Columbus to tackle this 3,000 foot driveway project. J & H provided constant communication throughout 3 different phases of the project, and worked great in conjunction with the other contractors on the job."
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Serving Mason, WV and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2016
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Emergency services offered
"Very Professional, showed up on time. They are great at turning your ideas into reality and going through the process step by step. I will definitely be going with them with any excavation projects"
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Serving Mason, WV and surrounding areas
In business since 2022
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Warranties offered
"Excellent work. The job was done quickly too. They are very neat and efficient. I highly recommend them to do any type of excavation, gravel and drain work."
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Serving Mason, WV and surrounding areas
In business since 2021
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Emergency services offered
"We called so many plumbers and one “professional” company showed up and didn’t even bring exploratory tools. We found Adkins and they showed up with an excavator and shovels ready to find the problem in this frigid cold. They gave us a quote and started working at 4pm and stayed until 8pm to find the source of the sewer leak. They gave us a plan to fix it and a full price to which we agreed and they left for the evening to get parts and return the next day to finish the job. Couldn’t ask for a better group of guys. They were fully committed to fixing the problem and they even listened to us when we told them where and what we thought it might be. (If you’re a homeowner you know how that usually goes) They were a pleasure to work with on this repair and we will be calling them back to tackle a few more building projects. I might also add they didn’t try to gouge us and charge us for a complete sewer pipe install, like the big plumbing company tried to do."
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Serving Mason, WV and surrounding areas
In business since 2017
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Emergency services offered
"Dustin done a great job."
Serving Mason, WV and surrounding areas
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Professional, knowledgeable, respectful, reliable, honest and excellent project management."
Serving Mason, WV and surrounding areas
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"went great! had a tree down in my yard and they got rid of it fast, leaving no mess behind!"
Serving Mason, WV and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
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Credit card accepted
"Recently purchased a new home, previous owners left a dangerous drop off and this company not only fixed the problem within a timely manner they also were polite, personable and reliable. I highly recommend this company for any excavating work. Radar Excavating is the only company I use for any further work."
Serving Mason, WV and surrounding areas
In business since 1981
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"They were very good and cost was lower than what was quoted."
Serving Mason, WV and surrounding areas
In business since 1986
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
Excavating Contractors Inc. professionals have over 60 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!
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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