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Avatar for Integrity Construction & Remodeling, LLC
Integrity Construction & Remodeling, LLC
4.7(
41
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John kept me informed of what he found with my water line and made sure I understood how the repairs were proceeding. I will highly recommend him and his company. Thank you John."
Grove city
Grove City
Response time1 day
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Z&K Excavating
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Process went very well and as described. Will hire again."
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Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
4.7(
45
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris with Friesen Family Renovations, LLC was very professional and thorough in the work he has completed. He installed a new screen door, replaced my tub stem and faucet, repaired my subfloor in the kitchen and installed brand new LVP flooring to replace old and water damaged flooring. He also mounted a television for me, and did some drywall repairs as well. I would recommend this business to anyone looking for quality and dependable work!"
Response time2 days
Response rate98%
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AGAPE HAULING AND DEMOLITION SERVICES LLC
4.7(
241
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They called within minutes of the service request and had a dumpster at the location within hours. Very nice guy. Pleasant to work with. Would definitely use again."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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J&H Excavating, LLC
4.8(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

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."
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
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Prime Service Ohio
5.0(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company was excellent (I was going to take one star off because they arrived late, but they did such a fansastic job that I couldn't!). they worked very hard, the workers were exceptionally nice, and they were fast and efficient, and actually did more work then required (they even seeded the bare areas of our lawn!). I would not hesitate to hire this company again - in fact, we plan to do so on a regular basis. You can't beat their service for the money, so make sure you include them as an option if you are looking for any type of yard/lawn work."
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
Roof replacement

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Sequoia Studios
4.4(
30
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark did an exceptional job. He was hired to hang and repair exterior shutters. He was very thorough and communicated with me what needed to be done. I will definitely look him up for future projects."
Response time9 hrs
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Enviro Construction Company, LLC
4.4(
19
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Highly recommend! They were quick, fairly priced, Mark is super knowledgeable and genuine. His son Samuel ran downspouts underground and did some excavation to fix some grading in our backyard where there wasn't good drainage. Our new construction home is one step closer to looking finished! We want them to come back and do our final grading!"
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Buckeye Lake
Buckeye Lake
Buckeye Lake
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+3

Response time4 days
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Safe Electric and Plumbing
4.6(
45
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and quality job completed"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Emerald Green Lawn and Lawnscape
4.3(
105
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Emerald Green Lawn and Landscape The experience was excellent. The team explained each step of the project. The questions were answered informing me of everything that was happened"
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Excavation FAQs

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.