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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Eaton Rapids - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Warner Excavation LLC
Warner Excavation LLC
5.0(
9
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Eaton Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Beyond impressed with this company!!!! They went above and beyond what I was expecting and made my yard look incredible with the removal of several trees, stumps, and power raking my entire property ridding it completely of poison ivy and poison oak. I would HIGHLY recommend them."
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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DPH Tree Services LLC
5.0(
20
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Eaton Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Team from DPH were awesome from the start. Michele with the getting us going from us reaching out for the need of cleaning up a lot of storm damage. Michele was great at getting us on the quote / review of what was needed. Dan stopped by and got a quote going / working on timing of getting at this work. Just a couple of hours later we had written quote and timing in place. This all took place on Wednesday afternoon. (6/24/26) Work began on Friday morning. (6/26/26) Dan Hicks and Richard Huntley went at working the 7 different areas of storm damage. During this time Dan reviewed the work of a very large walnut tree that was damage. Made some changes to his plan and got things scheduled for Saturday.(6/27/26) Saturday's work went very well, very safe and efficient to Dan's new plan. All this time Richard is just taking care of many of the other work items. Dan and Richard returned Sunday morning (6/28/26)to finish the clean up. The DPH Team attention to every detail was awesome!"
Storm Damage Job Saranac
Storm Damage Job
Storm Damage Job
Storm Damage Job
St. Johns Job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Pitylak Services, LLC
Pitylak Services, LLC
5.0(
8
)
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Eaton Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Impressive! He came to give estimate at my convience. He gave honest opinion. Went back to his place and scrapped my driveway had everything done within an hour. Price was great. He was very knowlegble I could tell I could trust him and he did great job. I diffinately recommend him to anyone looking for quality efficiency and quality. Thanks"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
A-N-L Construction LLC
5.0(
2
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Eaton Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Great group of guys. I've hired them a couple times already for setting trusses over my garage and building a large addition. Hard working and honest crew, absolutely recommend them."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Wicked Construction Services
Wicked Construction Services
4.7(
30
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Eaton Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Very prompt & professional job replacing our front sidewalk. They went above and beyond to make sure the landscaping around it integrated with the new concrete. They left the site clean."
Deck
Deck
Install railing
Install railing
Install railing

+97

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Kenneth Brothers Construction LLC
Kenneth Brothers Construction LLC
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 Eaton Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Kenneth Brothers' service was exceptional - they were communicative, prompt, professional, and did an excellent job. We hired Kenneth Brothers to remove several cubic yards of soil from a yard project we had done ourselves. They not only removed the soil from the side yard, but left the site in excellent condition, showing exceptional care for our lawn and garden. We highly recommend their services."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Eaton Rapids, MI

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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