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Avatar for Wu Construction
Wu Construction
13333 Lake City Way NE
4.64(
230
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Wu Construction
13333 Lake City Way NE
4.64(
230
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
25 local quotes requested
42 years of experience

Wu Construction Inc, specializes in drainage and foundation systems construction and repair. Since our founding in 1983, we have successfully completed thousands of projects for homeowners and businesses throughout the Northwest. We are the best in our industry, and well regarded by our customers for our excellent service. We are lauded for our speedy responses to inquiries, our efficiency and the quality of our work.

"Great communication and thorough work. Would hire again."

Brian J on April 2025

Wu Construction Inc, specializes in drainage and foundation systems construction and repair. Since our founding in 1983, we have successfully completed thousands of projects for homeowners and businesses throughout the Northwest. We are the best in our industry, and well regarded by our customers for our excellent service. We are lauded for our speedy responses to inquiries, our efficiency and the quality of our work.

"Great communication and thorough work. Would hire again."

Brian J on April 2025


DirtRaptor
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
DirtRaptor
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
34 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

With over 17 years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

With over 17 years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.


Turnethy Construction LLC
Sultan
5.00(
6
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Turnethy Construction LLC
Sultan
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 local quotes requested

35+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Brian has done multiple projects for me from smaller tree and brush removal on rental homes to grading and land clearing and utility install on new projects. Pricing was always good and was able to get out and do the projects when needed and complete in time needed. Will be continuing to use them on future projects,"

Caleb W on December 2024

35+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Brian has done multiple projects for me from smaller tree and brush removal on rental homes to grading and land clearing and utility install on new projects. Pricing was always good and was able to get out and do the projects when needed and complete in time needed. Will be continuing to use them on future projects,"

Caleb W on December 2024


Avatar for Septic Solutions
Septic Solutions
8629 156th Street Northeast
4.94(
17
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Approved Pro
Septic Solutions
8629 156th Street Northeast
4.94(
17
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

Earthwork Solutions is a well-rounded construction company, offering a broad range of expertise across various disciplines. Our commitment is to collaborate closely with each client, delivering a final product that embodies the quality and care we stand behind. Safety, reliability, and honesty are the cornerstones of our work. We approach every project with a dedication to craftsmanship, integrity, and technical excellence. As a family-owned and operated business, fully licensed, bonded, and insured, we take great pride not only in the work we do but in how we do it. Our goal is to meet and exceed the expectations of every customer, ensuring complete satisfaction. Our Services Include: • Septic System Installation • Septic System Repair • Drainage Systems • Utilities • Sewer Repairs

"Excellent communication. Easy to schedule, confirmation text of the appointment, and a phone call the day of telling me when they would arrive. When we discovered as issue with my septic tank, they explained to me what was going on and what was needed to fix it, and we booked a follow-up for next week."

JORDAN S on February 2024

Earthwork Solutions is a well-rounded construction company, offering a broad range of expertise across various disciplines. Our commitment is to collaborate closely with each client, delivering a final product that embodies the quality and care we stand behind. Safety, reliability, and honesty are the cornerstones of our work. We approach every project with a dedication to craftsmanship, integrity, and technical excellence. As a family-owned and operated business, fully licensed, bonded, and insured, we take great pride not only in the work we do but in how we do it. Our goal is to meet and exceed the expectations of every customer, ensuring complete satisfaction. Our Services Include: • Septic System Installation • Septic System Repair • Drainage Systems • Utilities • Sewer Repairs

"Excellent communication. Easy to schedule, confirmation text of the appointment, and a phone call the day of telling me when they would arrive. When we discovered as issue with my septic tank, they explained to me what was going on and what was needed to fix it, and we booked a follow-up for next week."

JORDAN S on February 2024


Avatar for D-N-A Drain Cleaning and Sewer LLC
D-N-A Drain Cleaning and Sewer LLC
5.00(
4
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D-N-A Drain Cleaning and Sewer LLC
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 local quotes requested

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Showed up on time, reasonable price, good work"

David C on March 2025

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Showed up on time, reasonable price, good work"

David C on March 2025


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South West Plumbing, Heating, Air, & Electric
4150 Lind Avenue Southwest
3.30(
150
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South West Plumbing, Heating, Air, & Electric
4150 Lind Avenue Southwest
3.30(
150
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Approved Pro
51 local quotes requested
43 years of experience

We have been serving the Greater Puget Sound area since 1982. Today we serve all of King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties. South West focuses on customer service as the differentiating factor between our company and other plumbing, heating, air, and electric contractors in the area. Our expertise, support staff, and quality work will earn your business for years to come.

"Third day in a row that S W Plumbing set up an appointment with me and then canceled before the end of day. So, I set time in my schedule for them for three days, but they were no-shows. I say South West Plumbing the one "NOT" to call."

Doug K on November 2024

We have been serving the Greater Puget Sound area since 1982. Today we serve all of King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties. South West focuses on customer service as the differentiating factor between our company and other plumbing, heating, air, and electric contractors in the area. Our expertise, support staff, and quality work will earn your business for years to come.

"Third day in a row that S W Plumbing set up an appointment with me and then canceled before the end of day. So, I set time in my schedule for them for three days, but they were no-shows. I say South West Plumbing the one "NOT" to call."

Doug K on November 2024


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JWHeartt LLC
5.00(
8
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JWHeartt LLC
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

Skilled in framing, decking, drywall, demo, bathroom and kitchen remodeling. fair price and friendly service! Over 13 years experience.

"Great communication and a job made easy! Will definitely be contacting the crew again for some future projects👍🏼"

Wilkins M on January 2025

Skilled in framing, decking, drywall, demo, bathroom and kitchen remodeling. fair price and friendly service! Over 13 years experience.

"Great communication and a job made easy! Will definitely be contacting the crew again for some future projects👍🏼"

Wilkins M on January 2025


Avatar for Sewer Friendly, LLC
Sewer Friendly, LLC
23930 Highway 99
4.73(
75
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Approved Pro
Sewer Friendly, LLC
23930 Highway 99
4.73(
75
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 local quotes requested

Sewer Friendly is a local family owned and run business. We are dedicated to excellent customer service and have the best equipment in order to achieve this goal. Currently Sewer Friendly has pipe bursting equipment which allows us to change water and sewer lines with out digging up your yard. It is like we were never there. We are a sewer business with very competitive pricing. Mike Petelle, owner, was a plumber in Seattle for 15 years and his experience and knowledge have been handed down to the entire crew. We are also a Registered Side Sewer Contractor. Feel at ease in our hands.

"What a great team, from first contact with Shannon, who was helpful and attentive, to Nina, who was friendly efficient and responsive, and the amazing, hard working, efficient and talented team of Ellias, Kenneth, Noa and Alexis, the project was done quickly, painlessly and tidily. I would recommend their services to anyone. Competitively priced too!"

Dominic W on February 2024

Sewer Friendly is a local family owned and run business. We are dedicated to excellent customer service and have the best equipment in order to achieve this goal. Currently Sewer Friendly has pipe bursting equipment which allows us to change water and sewer lines with out digging up your yard. It is like we were never there. We are a sewer business with very competitive pricing. Mike Petelle, owner, was a plumber in Seattle for 15 years and his experience and knowledge have been handed down to the entire crew. We are also a Registered Side Sewer Contractor. Feel at ease in our hands.

"What a great team, from first contact with Shannon, who was helpful and attentive, to Nina, who was friendly efficient and responsive, and the amazing, hard working, efficient and talented team of Ellias, Kenneth, Noa and Alexis, the project was done quickly, painlessly and tidily. I would recommend their services to anyone. Competitively priced too!"

Dominic W on February 2024


Lee’s Sanitation Service Inc
PO Box 930
4.74(
70
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Approved Pro
Lee’s Sanitation Service Inc
PO Box 930
4.74(
70
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 local quotes requested

Founded in 1950, Lee’s Sanitation Service has been a leader in sanitation services in Washington’s King and Pierce Counties for more than six decades. We are a small local business with few employees dedicated to serving our community and protecting our environment. Additional phones: Pierce County: 253-777-1750, King County: 253-245-1080.

"James from Lee's Sanitation Service showed up exactly on time and pumped our 1100 gal solids tank. It was a quick and easy job and the price was optimal."

Daryl H on October 2020

Founded in 1950, Lee’s Sanitation Service has been a leader in sanitation services in Washington’s King and Pierce Counties for more than six decades. We are a small local business with few employees dedicated to serving our community and protecting our environment. Additional phones: Pierce County: 253-777-1750, King County: 253-245-1080.

"James from Lee's Sanitation Service showed up exactly on time and pumped our 1100 gal solids tank. It was a quick and easy job and the price was optimal."

Daryl H on October 2020


Evergreen Sanitation Inc
2910 Hartford Rd
4.35(
103
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Approved Pro
Evergreen Sanitation Inc
2910 Hartford Rd
4.35(
103
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
27 local quotes requested
68 years of experience

Evergreen Sanitation does it all. We specialize in all aspects of onsite systems. We also provide grease trap pumping for restaurants (800) 433-1678. Renton Septic Inspections, AAA Septic Service, A Septic Pumper, Coastal Environment, East Hill Septic Service, Eastside Septic Service, Enumclaw Septic Service, Frontier Septic Service, Greenhaus Portable Restrooms, Issaquah Septic Service, J J Jackson Septic Service, Long Septic Service, Lyon Septic Service, Maple valley Septic Service, Sani-Mart Septic Service, Sky Valley Septic Service, Tandem Service Corporation Inc, Vans Septic Service. Additional phone numbers - (206) 362-6998, (206) 362-6998, (206) 622-7070, (253) 630-5262, (253) 852-0550, (360) 336-2009. Additional DBAs - Additionl DBAs - A A A Septic Service, A Septic Pumper, Coastal Environment East Hill Septic Service, Eastside Septic Service, Enumclaw Septic Service & Frontier Septic Service. See BBB for additional phone nubers and DBAs.

"Great. It was not an easy job but they went the extra mile to get it done. Thanks."

Rick W on May 2021

Evergreen Sanitation does it all. We specialize in all aspects of onsite systems. We also provide grease trap pumping for restaurants (800) 433-1678. Renton Septic Inspections, AAA Septic Service, A Septic Pumper, Coastal Environment, East Hill Septic Service, Eastside Septic Service, Enumclaw Septic Service, Frontier Septic Service, Greenhaus Portable Restrooms, Issaquah Septic Service, J J Jackson Septic Service, Long Septic Service, Lyon Septic Service, Maple valley Septic Service, Sani-Mart Septic Service, Sky Valley Septic Service, Tandem Service Corporation Inc, Vans Septic Service. Additional phone numbers - (206) 362-6998, (206) 362-6998, (206) 622-7070, (253) 630-5262, (253) 852-0550, (360) 336-2009. Additional DBAs - Additionl DBAs - A A A Septic Service, A Septic Pumper, Coastal Environment East Hill Septic Service, Eastside Septic Service, Enumclaw Septic Service & Frontier Septic Service. See BBB for additional phone nubers and DBAs.

"Great. It was not an easy job but they went the extra mile to get it done. Thanks."

Rick W on May 2021

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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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