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Top 10 excavating companies in Louisville, KY

Homeowners agree: these Louisville excavating companies are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Greenway Landscape Services

Greenway Landscape Services

5.0(1)
2 hires on HomeGuide
13+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
M.B. says, "Excellent job, dependable and very professional work. Ken worked miracles on our dead dying grass. Working with Aaron giving us excellent advise to improve our landscaping- neighbors are envious" Read more
Ground EFFx Lawn & Landscaping

Ground EFFx Lawn & Landscaping

5.0(3)
1 hire on HomeGuide
6+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
Logan F. says, "Very good honest work ! " Read more
Lawnscapes Of Louisville LLC

Lawnscapes Of Louisville LLC

8+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
Doing what we say ,and saying what we do ! Only as good as our word ! I believe honesty and trust are the 2 biggest things when it comes to making a good team . I absolutely love my job & and the freinds that I've meet along the way . Customers,? YES They are deffently but it is more than that.
Wright Way Home Improvement

Wright Way Home Improvement

1 hire on HomeGuide
5+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
Summer is here and so are we with great estimates we are a small family-owned business and we take great pride in our work we aren't happy until you are happy help me call your home improvement the right way and give us a call at 5027807199 or you can visit our website for scheduling Www.wrightwayhomeimprovement.com I love what I do because Everyone likes to look at pretty things and have nice things and I get to help people do that I like to have fun at work but in a professional manner...
Williams Special Touch Lawn And Landscaping

Williams Special Touch Lawn And Landscaping

25+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
Good work all customers are by word of. Mouth
Jones Landscaping & Excavation

Jones Landscaping & Excavation

10+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
We strive to complete all the customers outdoor needs. We are a small business that prods her self on personal relationships with our clients and quality work at an affordable price.
Kader Construction

Kader Construction

11+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
Founded in 2014, Kader Construction has been serving New Albany, IN, and the surrounding areas with reliability and integrity. They are experts in their trade, valuing open communication and quality work above all else. Their commitment to keeping you educated throughout the process of your task or project sets them apart. Kader Construction looks forward to earning your business and exceeding your expectations.
Greenwell Plumbing

Greenwell Plumbing

31+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
Greenwell Plumbing, founded in 1994, is your neighborhood plumbing, heating, and air company in New Albany, IN, and surrounding areas. Renowned for their "Simply Dependable" service, they offer 24/7 emergency services, taking care of all your residential and commercial plumbing, heating, and air conditioning needs. They pride themselves on their highly trained, clean, and uniformed service team, employing state-of-the-art technology and ensuring customer satisfaction. They also have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, reflecting their commitment to high-quality service.
We Know A Guy LLC

We Know A Guy LLC

5+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
Our quality is unmatched. We want to drive by and immediately notice one of our beautifully executed projects! Everyday is an arrange of different services and each unique. This keeps us intrigued!
L&I Flooring/tile Handyman Services

L&I Flooring/tile Handyman Services

11+ years in business
Serves Louisville, KY
We do as customers want and how they want it. Take pride in wat we do.

Your Excavation Services questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

How much does excavation cost?

Excavation costs $2.50 to $15.00 per cubic yard or $1,100 to $5,600 total on average, depending on the project type and size, the accessibility of the job site, the soil type, and if there are any underground obstacles that could interfere.

Common excavation projects and costs include:

  • Digging an in-ground swimming pool costs $1,000 to $5,000.
  • Excavating a driveway or patio costs $1,000 to $2,500.
  • Digging a basement for new construction costs $1,500 to $10,000.
  • Excavating a foundation pad for a new home site costs $1,500 to $10,000.

Excavation costs $100 to $300 per hour for a trained operator with their own equipment or $50 to $150 per hour for an operator who uses a mini excavator you've rented separately.

What is excavation?

Excavation involves digging, trenching, dirt removal, and other earthmoving to prepare a site for construction, typically using heavy equipment like an excavator or backhoe. Excavation is required when building a new home or driveway, digging a basement or inground pool, or installing septic or gas lines.

Excavation often includes land clearing, leveling, or grading, though some contractors price these services separately.

How long does excavation take?

Excavation takes 1 to 3 days for small projects and up to 3+ weeks for larger projects or areas with rocky soil, a rock shelf that must be broken up with a jackhammer, or large boulders that must be removed.

If the excavator must use explosives or hydraulic fracturing to blast through a rock shelf or boulder, additional permit and safety requirements may increase the project's length.

Can excavation be done in the winter?

Excavation can be done in the winter, but it's not recommended in areas that experience snow as the thawing snow may cause shifting earth or drainage issues later. The best time to excavate is in the spring, after all snow has thawed and the water has drained or evaporated. Homeowners in areas without snow can excavate at any time.

How do I choose the best excavation company near me?

Follow these tips when hiring an excavation company:

  • Get at least three quotes to compare. Excavation companies require an on-site visit to provide an accurate estimate.
  • Look for pros with Erosion and Sediment Control certification.
  • Ask the contractor about an erosion control plan for your property.
  • Read their reviews on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Select a company that is licensed, bonded, and insured.
  • Get a detailed estimate, contract, and warranty in writing before the work begins..
  • Never pay in full before the project starts. Follow a payment plan instead.

What are questions to ask excavation companies when hiring?

Ask these questions to ensure you hire the best excavation company for your project:

  • How long have you been in business?
  • Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
  • Are you certified in Erosion and Sediment Control? What is your erosion control plan for my project?
  • Do you own or rent your excavation equipment? Does the estimate include all equipment and delivery fees?
  • Will you flag any buried pipes and utility lines before work begins?
  • Does the estimate include leveling and/or grading the land?
  • Does the estimate include fill dirt, topsoil, and dirt delivery fees?
  • Does the estimate include site cleanup and debris removal?
  • What other costs might come up during the project?
  • Will this project require permits, and will you obtain them?
  • How long will the project take?

Reviews for Louisville excavating companies

Recent success stories from people in the Louisville area.
Nancy D.
They did everything to exceed my expectations. Going with a little smaller company is so much better because I could tell them in person what i wanted. Once they got to my property, they worked and finished up a job in only a few days. They came back everyday till the job was finished. I like to watch them work sometimes from my window. I particularly think the fat guy working for him would eat on the job more but he didn’t. He looks funny. I want to see him more. Im fat so it makes me feel good seeing a fat guy working on my yard.
Ground EFFx Lawn & Landscaping
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