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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Big Pine Key - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for GGR quality construction llc
GGR quality construction llc
5.0(
14
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or ReplaceWater or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Big Pine Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Florida Keys Plumbing Corp
4.8(
18
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

Serving Big Pine Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer plumbing and irrigation services that are Customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction! We have 24 hour emergency service.

Shower valve installation
Water heater installation
Shower valve installation
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+7

Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Lux solar energy
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Big Pine Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over a decade of industry-proven experience, Lux Solar Energyis a premier general contracting firm built on precision, reliability, and technical expertise. While our core foundation is heavily rooted in heavy site work, specializing in large-scale excavation, structural demolition, and precision site grading, our fully licensed team provides comprehensive, end-to-end general contracting solutions for any residential or commercial project. Beyond foundational development, we deliver specialized home performance and protection services, including professional plumbing, turnkey solar installations, advanced water filtration, and certified mold and water damage restoration. From the ground up and inside out, we combine tenured craftsmanship with modern innovation to build, protect, and enhance your property.

Mold removal
Mold removal
Mold removal
Mold removal
Mold removal

+3

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
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Mid Keys Sand & Rock, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Big Pine Key, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Mid Keys Sand and Rock, Inc. We are a family owned and operated business proudly service all of the Florida Keys. The owner is a proud veteran. We specialize in major grading projects, as well as delivering bulk orders of rocks, sand, and mulch. Call us anytime for a free estimate! We genuinely look forward to earning your business.

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kingdom Builders, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Big Pine Key, FL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

We are a full service construction and remodeling company working from Big Pine Key down to Key West, FL. We also clear land and perform demolition services. Our family has been in Key West since the late 1890's and holds land and businesses as locals. We have been in the construction industry since 1979.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bobcat Billy, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Big Pine Key, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Bobcat Billy Inc strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Big Pine Key, FL

Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.

When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.

Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.

If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.

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