Find a excavating company in Columbus, OH

Find excavating companies in Columbus, OH

Find excavating companies in Columbus, OH

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Find excavating companies in Columbus, OH

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Top 10 excavating companies in Columbus, OH

Homeowners agree: these Columbus excavating companies are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Sam Landscape

Sam Landscape

New on HomeGuide
2 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Columbus, OH
I have 23 years of experience on properties maintenance and landscaping, we do mulching, planting, sod installation, retaining walls, pavers patios, drainage solutions, dry creeks, weeding, trimming, removal( soil , bushes,honey suckers etc) best price and quality
McCord Landscape, LLC

McCord Landscape, LLC

New on HomeGuide
11+ years in business
Serves Columbus, OH
We provide extraordinary 3D designs at a reasonable cost, thereby allowing our clients to visualize the end in the beginning. We bring a collective 50?plus years of industry experience. However, our experience does not impede on our creativity and innovation. We absolutely embrace those "never before done" projects. We enjoy the idea of integrating the amazing outdoors with the warmth and coziness of our customer's indoor quarters. turn the burners on, grab an ice cold beverage, and parlay, all while listening to your favorite tunes or watching your favorite team win the big one. We, here at McCord Landscape, enjoy the very idea of creating ...
Mariola

Mariola

New on HomeGuide
4+ years in business
Serves Columbus, OH
Located in Wooster Ohio interested in all types of excavation work, Land clearing, Demo, Site prep, Drainage, Pond, Rough grade, Finish grading. Have all the equipment and people to get any job done. 330-347-9319
Paul Handyman Service

Paul Handyman Service

4.6Awesome(9)
Offers online services
23 hires on HomeGuide
25+ years in business
Serves Columbus, OH
Jordan G. says, "ARRK handyman Service was hired by my company to put a 150ft wood fence in the backyard of our rental property with two gates in order to create privacy from the railroad tracks directly behind the property. Russell and his crew showed up ready to work in the middle of a snow storm when they live an hour and a half away. They had to cut down gigantic tree in order to install the fence on very uneven ground. The final product turned out beautifully! He did a wonderful job in regards to the work. However, I had to subtract one star for poor communication and follow thru. I had asked Russell to complete the project within a 3 day time span and to also stay in contact with me every morning with updates. The project ended up taking a full 2 weeks to complete and I was only contact one time with an update. He also put the front gate in an awkward spot, not where I had planned for it to go. In the end, The quality of work was so stunning that some of these other issues fell to the wayside. We would most definitely work with Russell and Arrk Handyman Services again!" Read more
B&w Site Works

B&w Site Works

New on HomeGuide
Serves Columbus, OH
We want to make the customers happy with the products we provide and the work we do for them we take every project on as if we was doing it for ourself
Carter Installation,repair,remodel Services

Carter Installation,repair,remodel Services

New on HomeGuide
9+ years in business
Serves Columbus, OH
We provide quality work at a affordable price. We also Barter, money isn't the only thing that makes the world go round. I enjoy making people happy and fixing things.

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 Columbus excavating companies

Recent success stories from people in the Columbus area.
Kathi R.
He explained everything as he went along and his price was really reasonable.
Paul Handyman Service
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