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J&L Excavating LLC
5.00(
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J&L Excavating LLC
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

Ponds are our specialty. We build half acre ponds to 30 acre ponds. We have been in business since 1993. Excavating total site development and all your earthwork needs under one roof. Driveways basements, sewers.

"Excellent to work with. They were professional and did everything in a timely manner! They guided us through each step of building our pond. We even used them to build our basement, driveway, and sewer as well. I definitely recommend the work them. The work they did for us was phenomenal."

Abby L on December 2024

Ponds are our specialty. We build half acre ponds to 30 acre ponds. We have been in business since 1993. Excavating total site development and all your earthwork needs under one roof. Driveways basements, sewers.

"Excellent to work with. They were professional and did everything in a timely manner! They guided us through each step of building our pond. We even used them to build our basement, driveway, and sewer as well. I definitely recommend the work them. The work they did for us was phenomenal."

Abby L on December 2024


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MB Excavating LLC
22125 Old 24 East Road
5.00(
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MB Excavating LLC
22125 Old 24 East Road
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
62 local quotes requested

Hello, are you looking for someone with heavy equiptment? Need some grading, dirt work, excavation, gravel driveway put in or regraded? Call us. Also land clearing, brush hogging, tilling. We can do most things. We also build pads for building.

"Extremely happy with Matt. He was always on time and did exactly what we agreed to. Would hire him again in a heartbeat."

Jack B on September 2024

Hello, are you looking for someone with heavy equiptment? Need some grading, dirt work, excavation, gravel driveway put in or regraded? Call us. Also land clearing, brush hogging, tilling. We can do most things. We also build pads for building.

"Extremely happy with Matt. He was always on time and did exactly what we agreed to. Would hire him again in a heartbeat."

Jack B on September 2024


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Property RX
700 E 300 N
4.88(
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Property RX
700 E 300 N
4.88(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
15 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

My PropertyRx 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. http://mypropertyrx.com

"wonderful to work with. Very detailed. Did their best work everyday, Very considerate,"

Cindy M on July 2023

My PropertyRx 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. http://mypropertyrx.com

"wonderful to work with. Very detailed. Did their best work everyday, Very considerate,"

Cindy M on July 2023


MAC CULL LLC
12501 N Chestnut St
No reviews
MAC CULL LLC
12501 N Chestnut St
No reviews
Free onsite estimate

MAC CULL LLC is a company built by 3 individuals with different backgrounds. Those backgrounds being; Excavation, Landscaping/Mowing, and Plumbing. MAC CULL LLC will do the following: -Excavation -Decks -Grading -Hauling services, stone, sand, mulch, etc. Will also haul items off your property. -Irrigation -Lawn mowing/Landscape -Property clean up -Retaining walls -Tree Trimming/Removal Together we have over 30 years experience. We strive to give customers affordable prices that most companies can't. To do this we keep our overhead very low. We are owner operated. If you're wondering if what you're wanting done is something we do, please reach to us. We'd be more than happy to help every potential customer out in any way possible! Thank you for your time!

MAC CULL LLC is a company built by 3 individuals with different backgrounds. Those backgrounds being; Excavation, Landscaping/Mowing, and Plumbing. MAC CULL LLC will do the following: -Excavation -Decks -Grading -Hauling services, stone, sand, mulch, etc. Will also haul items off your property. -Irrigation -Lawn mowing/Landscape -Property clean up -Retaining walls -Tree Trimming/Removal Together we have over 30 years experience. We strive to give customers affordable prices that most companies can't. To do this we keep our overhead very low. We are owner operated. If you're wondering if what you're wanting done is something we do, please reach to us. We'd be more than happy to help every potential customer out in any way possible! Thank you for your time!



Paine's Home Service's
No reviews
Paine's Home Service's
No reviews

At Paine's Home Service's, I provide affordable rates with professional quality with 20 years of experience painting pressure washing and asphalt sealing

At Paine's Home Service's, I provide affordable rates with professional quality with 20 years of experience painting pressure washing and asphalt sealing


B.A.D. Excavating LLC
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B.A.D. Excavating LLC
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We specialize in new or resurfacing driveways, yard grading and slope, excavation for utilities, perimeter drains and small land clearing. We work fast and are as eager as the project holder to see the finished project they envisioned. We are a small owner-operator firm. We have over 10 years experience.

We specialize in new or resurfacing driveways, yard grading and slope, excavation for utilities, perimeter drains and small land clearing. We work fast and are as eager as the project holder to see the finished project they envisioned. We are a small owner-operator firm. We have over 10 years experience.


CWD Land Management LLC
6574 E US Highway 35
No reviews
CWD Land Management LLC
6574 E US Highway 35
No reviews
5 years of experience

We are a new family owned business with over 7 years operating machines. I am a disabled veteran. We specialize in land clearing and mulching but can tackle any job weather it is digging a foundation or basement to redoing a driveway. My wife is the business manager and co owner and I handle all the on site management. We just started the business officially but have been doing this work together for about a year now before we decided to take a risk and go out on our own. We dig ponds. Can do finish grading. Dig geothermal loops. Clear farmland. I was injured while in military but I bring the same drive to our business. Never give up no matter how tough and we would rather have a lifelong customer than quick paycheck. Our slogan is Your Property is Our reputation

We are a new family owned business with over 7 years operating machines. I am a disabled veteran. We specialize in land clearing and mulching but can tackle any job weather it is digging a foundation or basement to redoing a driveway. My wife is the business manager and co owner and I handle all the on site management. We just started the business officially but have been doing this work together for about a year now before we decided to take a risk and go out on our own. We dig ponds. Can do finish grading. Dig geothermal loops. Clear farmland. I was injured while in military but I bring the same drive to our business. Never give up no matter how tough and we would rather have a lifelong customer than quick paycheck. Our slogan is Your Property is Our reputation


FW Pipelining
1663 Rosemont Dr
No reviews
FW Pipelining
1663 Rosemont Dr
No reviews

FW Pipelining specializes in sewer pipe clean-out & repair. By utilizing the latest technology, we are able to service your sewer or pipe system with little to no-digging and in half the time of normal repair work.

FW Pipelining specializes in sewer pipe clean-out & repair. By utilizing the latest technology, we are able to service your sewer or pipe system with little to no-digging and in half the time of normal repair work.


Nu Flow Indy
5302 English Ave
4.43(
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Nu Flow Indy
5302 English Ave
4.43(
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Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience

At NuFlow Indy, our specialty is sewer line repair utilizing trenchless methods. We help our customers save time and money, typically over 20-50% vs dig solutions (which we also do). We proudly offer military and first responder discounts as well! Trenchless sewer pipe repairs allow us to restore drain lines and sewer pipes without having to tear up your residence or commercial building. Because of this, the process offers many benefits, including: *Repairs usually take only a couple of hours. *Less-intrusive techniques mean saving landscaping, flooring, and walls in homes & businesses. *Efficient services save our customers time and money. Trenchless repairs meet industry standards and local utility standards, which are permanent. Nu Flow Indy also has specialized equipment for: *High Definition Self Leveling Camera Inspections. *Cleaning 100% of the pipe, not just poking a hole so water flows for a few more weeks. * Fixing your problem with either Dig or No Dig solutions. We look forward to the opportunity to provide you with a free quote!

"I was surprised to find that this company doesn't do what they say. They make a big deal about fixing pool and spa lines, but according to our messenger conversation, they don't. Why advertise you do something if you don't. Since they only have the Indy location, saying that Indy doesn't is the same as they don't. For a family-owned and operated business, they sure fall short of integrity. So maybe they should say only sewer lines and remove the false advertising on their website. There are many options for this work and think twice before hiring these guys because if they lie on their services online, I am sure they are going to lie in person. This company failed to live up to their advertised services."

Larry J on August 2020

At NuFlow Indy, our specialty is sewer line repair utilizing trenchless methods. We help our customers save time and money, typically over 20-50% vs dig solutions (which we also do). We proudly offer military and first responder discounts as well! Trenchless sewer pipe repairs allow us to restore drain lines and sewer pipes without having to tear up your residence or commercial building. Because of this, the process offers many benefits, including: *Repairs usually take only a couple of hours. *Less-intrusive techniques mean saving landscaping, flooring, and walls in homes & businesses. *Efficient services save our customers time and money. Trenchless repairs meet industry standards and local utility standards, which are permanent. Nu Flow Indy also has specialized equipment for: *High Definition Self Leveling Camera Inspections. *Cleaning 100% of the pipe, not just poking a hole so water flows for a few more weeks. * Fixing your problem with either Dig or No Dig solutions. We look forward to the opportunity to provide you with a free quote!

"I was surprised to find that this company doesn't do what they say. They make a big deal about fixing pool and spa lines, but according to our messenger conversation, they don't. Why advertise you do something if you don't. Since they only have the Indy location, saying that Indy doesn't is the same as they don't. For a family-owned and operated business, they sure fall short of integrity. So maybe they should say only sewer lines and remove the false advertising on their website. There are many options for this work and think twice before hiring these guys because if they lie on their services online, I am sure they are going to lie in person. This company failed to live up to their advertised services."

Larry J on August 2020

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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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