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Sedenka Excavating and Habitat
204 Meadowview Dr
4.94(
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Sedenka Excavating and Habitat
204 Meadowview Dr
4.94(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Sedenka Excavating and Habitat is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Trey is very professional and skilled. It was amazing how he brought down the old structure and removed the pieces with such precision. Just like watching one of those HGN shows! Left site cleaned up and leveled the area. Beautiful. I would definately hire him again."

Judy Y on October 2023

Sedenka Excavating and Habitat is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Trey is very professional and skilled. It was amazing how he brought down the old structure and removed the pieces with such precision. Just like watching one of those HGN shows! Left site cleaned up and leveled the area. Beautiful. I would definately hire him again."

Judy Y on October 2023


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Dusty's Disposal
1370 Vine Ave
5.00(
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Dusty's Disposal
1370 Vine Ave
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
67 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Dusty's Disposal proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Excellent customer service. Kept you informed, kept in touch re; times or changes to and reason, I liked this. Was very personable, friendly, nice conversation. Really enjoyed the interaction and experience. Was fun to watch, and interesting how he does this. Thank you for a job well done 😊"

ELAINA S on April 2025

Dusty's Disposal proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Excellent customer service. Kept you informed, kept in touch re; times or changes to and reason, I liked this. Was very personable, friendly, nice conversation. Really enjoyed the interaction and experience. Was fun to watch, and interesting how he does this. Thank you for a job well done 😊"

ELAINA S on April 2025


American Dirt Work
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American Dirt Work
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in new home development and landscaping. Water coming in basement walls? We can also fix that. Over 15 years of experience Basement Waterproofing-Excavating -

"We’d highly recommend working with Andrew. He was incredibly responsive, reasonably priced and did a fantastic job! We appreciated his patience with answering our questions and his transparency about the schedule. We’ll definitely call him again for our next project!"

brent g on September 2024

We specialize in new home development and landscaping. Water coming in basement walls? We can also fix that. Over 15 years of experience Basement Waterproofing-Excavating -

"We’d highly recommend working with Andrew. He was incredibly responsive, reasonably priced and did a fantastic job! We appreciated his patience with answering our questions and his transparency about the schedule. We’ll definitely call him again for our next project!"

brent g on September 2024


K&M Exteriors LLC
3045 200th Trl
No reviews
K&M Exteriors LLC
3045 200th Trl
No reviews
2 years of experience

The company provides various exterior contracting solutions to meet the needs of every customer. We specialize in decks, porches, fences, outside fireplaces, brick lain walkways, septic tanks, residential utility service repair, environmental remediation, hazmat clean up and much more!

The company provides various exterior contracting solutions to meet the needs of every customer. We specialize in decks, porches, fences, outside fireplaces, brick lain walkways, septic tanks, residential utility service repair, environmental remediation, hazmat clean up and much more!


Ramsey Enterprise LLC
1515 Bridge Avenue
5.00(
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Ramsey Enterprise LLC
1515 Bridge Avenue
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Residential and commercial customers full tree removal and haul away of logs, brush, and debris. We also offer to grind the stumps down below ground level which is an additional charge. Forestry Clearing We notch and drop large trees in a forest/clearing area with full removal of brush and logs. depending on customers request.

"These men were amazing and efficient!! 10/10 Hard working and professional! I will use them again in the future and recommend them to anyone!"

Sandra M on April 2023

Residential and commercial customers full tree removal and haul away of logs, brush, and debris. We also offer to grind the stumps down below ground level which is an additional charge. Forestry Clearing We notch and drop large trees in a forest/clearing area with full removal of brush and logs. depending on customers request.

"These men were amazing and efficient!! 10/10 Hard working and professional! I will use them again in the future and recommend them to anyone!"

Sandra M on April 2023


Jones Earthmoving & Logging
1223 Peterson Hollow Dr
No reviews
Jones Earthmoving & Logging
1223 Peterson Hollow Dr
No reviews

Jones Earthmoving & Logging is an expert in all things excavation. Whether it's a residential or commercial product, we can hit the ground running. As a family-owned business, we put a face to the project from beginning to end. Our company has 30 years of experience in jobs both big and small.

Jones Earthmoving & Logging is an expert in all things excavation. Whether it's a residential or commercial product, we can hit the ground running. As a family-owned business, we put a face to the project from beginning to end. Our company has 30 years of experience in jobs both big and small.


Zed Construction
33rd St
No reviews
Zed Construction
33rd St
No reviews
6 years of experience

general construction, concrete finishing and stamping, installing, demo, large or small we get dirty doing them all. we do it all in one call making your dream home and improvements to give you the memoiys that make you completely love your home

general construction, concrete finishing and stamping, installing, demo, large or small we get dirty doing them all. we do it all in one call making your dream home and improvements to give you the memoiys that make you completely love your home


SEI Drain and Excavating
2569 Violet Ave
No reviews
SEI Drain and Excavating
2569 Violet Ave
No reviews
2 years of experience

SEI Drain & Excavating is a leading excavating contractor based in Ainsworth, IA, and serving the surrounding areas. Established with a commitment to excellence, we specialize in providing top-notch drain services and excavating solutions. Our services include drainage tile repair, sewer line repair, drain cleaning, water jetting, and more. With a focus on quality workmanship and customer satisfaction, we strive to exceed expectations on every project. Trust SEI Drain & Excavating for all your excavation needs. Contact us today!

SEI Drain & Excavating is a leading excavating contractor based in Ainsworth, IA, and serving the surrounding areas. Established with a commitment to excellence, we specialize in providing top-notch drain services and excavating solutions. Our services include drainage tile repair, sewer line repair, drain cleaning, water jetting, and more. With a focus on quality workmanship and customer satisfaction, we strive to exceed expectations on every project. Trust SEI Drain & Excavating for all your excavation needs. Contact us today!


Slocum's Excavating
5430 Fairview Cemetery Rd NE
No reviews
Slocum's Excavating
5430 Fairview Cemetery Rd NE
No reviews
46 years of experience

A father son company that has been around for 35 years. We don't use any sub-contractors. Financing options depend on the job.

A father son company that has been around for 35 years. We don't use any sub-contractors. Financing options depend on the job.


Tennis Courts Iowa
2279 Rice Ridge Lane NE
No reviews
Tennis Courts Iowa
2279 Rice Ridge Lane NE
No reviews
22 years of experience

Tennis Courts Iowa is insured with over 3500 courts completed in Eastern Iowa and over 40 years of tennis court construction experience.

Tennis Courts Iowa is insured with over 3500 courts completed in Eastern Iowa and over 40 years of tennis court construction experience.

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Excavation services 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.

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