Find a excavating company in Kansas City, MO

Find excavating companies in Kansas City, MO

Find excavating companies in Kansas City, MO

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Find excavating companies in Kansas City, MO

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Top 10 excavating companies in Kansas City, MO

Homeowners agree: these Kansas City excavating companies are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
O’Connor Excavation

O’Connor Excavation

5.0Exceptional(10)
10+ years in business
Serves Kansas City, MO
Harold L. says, "Alec did a great job replacing my septic tank. He made it very easy and straightforward." Read more
Jh Concrete Llc

Jh Concrete Llc

5.0Exceptional(8)
9 hires on HomeGuide
10+ years in business
Serves Kansas City, MO
Sanket K. says, "John did a great job fixing my leaning fence and changing the rotted post and railings on the porch. I would definitely recommend John." Read more
K.C Lawn & Leaf

K.C Lawn & Leaf

4.8(4)
10 hires on HomeGuide
25+ years in business
Serves Kansas City, MO
Cyril S. says, "wecommunicated to suit our needs" Read more
Capetillo Landscaping

Capetillo Landscaping

New on HomeGuide
1 hire on HomeGuide
34+ years in business
Serves Kansas City, MO
Performance and quality 15 years experience great attitude and great with customers. My best effort is to make all my customers happy how about the performance and work that we put in at their needs.
Homeowner Improvement Services

Homeowner Improvement Services

New on HomeGuide
Offers online services
19+ years in business
Serves Kansas City, MO
While we repair and tune up any piece of equipment, we only install the best and most energy-efficient air-conditioners available. Saving you money on costly repairs and inefficient systems that drain money out of your wallet. Test Drive your new equipment for 3 Years – if you don’t think it makes your home more comfortable, we’ll make unlimited attempts to make things right or give your money back. No Questions Asked.
LOPEZ LANDSCAPING LLC

LOPEZ LANDSCAPING LLC

5.0(1)
10+ years in business
Serves Kansas City, MO
Jon W. says, "Had them do both our front and backyard landscaping. Did a fantastic job, offered 3 pricing tiers with optional work, if needed. Able to deliver service very quickly once approved. Crew was very friendly and clean up after themselves! Both jobs were completed same day as well. Extremely happy, highly recommended. Will continue to use for future projects." Read more
Pro Solutions

Pro Solutions

New on HomeGuide
1 hire on HomeGuide
12+ years in business
Serves Kansas City, MO
Good service with quality of work to the customer be happy
Logan Total Lawncare

Logan Total Lawncare

New on HomeGuide
14+ years in business
Serves Kansas City, MO
Logan Total Lawncare offers a wide variety of services. We take pride in being able to be your One Stop Shop landscaping company. We hold ourselves to a standard of excellence with every one of our services. Get A Free Quote Today! - www.LoganTotalLawncare.com

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 Kansas City excavating companies

Recent success stories from people in the Kansas City area.
Courtney G.
Alec replaced a bad section of pipe between our house and septic tank. It had tree roots in it. He did a great job for around half of what we were quoted by abmay.
O’Connor Excavation
Sanket K.
John fixed my leaning fence and replaced the post and railing on my front porch. Clean job, great job! I would definitely recommend John.
Jh concrete llc
Ginger B.
Super nice. Had everything done in a little over an hour. Reasonably priced as well.
K.C Lawn & Leaf
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