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Hobbs Excavating
5.0(
7
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Serving Plainfield, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hobbs excavating was very professional and thorough with the work. They did a great job on cleanup and worked efficiently. I highly recommend Hobbs Excavating."
Level front yard
Level front yard
Level front yard
Drainage and landscape
Level front yard

+22

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Freshscape
5.0(
10
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Serving Plainfield, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Freshscape, we are committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship, reliable service, and a customer experience that exceeds expectations. From the initial consultation through project completion, we prioritize clear communication, attention to detail, and professionalism every step of the way.\n\nWhether your project involves excavation, grading, drainage solutions, retaining walls, landscaping, gravel driveways, concrete, or outdoor improvements, our team is dedicated to completing the job safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.\n\nOur reputation is built on quality workmanship, honest communication, and treating every property with care. No matter the size or complexity of your project, our goal is simple: deliver results that last and earn your trust for years to come.

Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maynor Construction, LLC
4.3(
38
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Serving Plainfield, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Sunroom 2
Sunroom 1
Screened In Porch 1
Screened In Porch 2
Sunroom & Screened Porch

+41

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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SWAT Excavation LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Plainfield, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At SWAT Excavation, our mission is to deliver top-tier excavation services with integrity, precision, and pride. We are committed to laying the groundwork—literally and figuratively—for successful projects by combining skilled craftsmanship, dependable equipment, and a relentless attention to detail. Whether it's preparing a site for a new build or tackling complex earthworks, we take pride in doing the job right the first time, every time.

Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Miller Land Management
5.0(
7
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Serving Plainfield, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Miller Land Management! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. It is our mission to deliver high quality results tailored to each of our customers needs. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

SMITH PROJECT
SMITH PROJECT
WOOLLEN DRIVE
WOOLLEN DRIVE
PARKING PAD PREP

+18

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Grind Line Services
5.0(
3
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Serving Plainfield, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Grind Line Services, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are family owned and operated. Give us a call today! Serious inquiries only.

Drive way regrade
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M & C Excavating and Construction
5.0(
1
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Serving Plainfield, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to M & C Excavating and Construction! In business since 2024, we are a full service excavating company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. If you are in need of some excavating or building done or maybe have a future project you'd like us to look, be sure to give us a call today!

Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Silvers Concrete and Paving, LLC
4.2(
12
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Serving Plainfield, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Silvers Concrete and Paving is a company dedicated to providing clients with outstanding service. We can help both residential and commercial customers with stamped concrete, concrete or asphalt driveway installation, concrete patios, commercial sealcoating, and much more. The quality of our work is unmatched; we are passionate about what we do, and dedicate ourselves to making sure you get the best end results possible. Give us a call today in order to learn more and get your free estimate.

Driveway
Driveway
Stamped Patio
Stamped Patio
Brushed Patio

+2

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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DENK UTILITIES AND EXCAVATION LLC
New to Angi

Serving Plainfield, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are Denk Utilities, a veteran owned and operated company. We do everything from installing sewer and water for residential homes to driveway and site grading. We’d love to have your business and look forward to working with everyone!

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Murrain Excavating, Inc
New to Angi

Serving Plainfield, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I own and operate a second generation family owned excavating company that my father started in 1964. I have been doing work mainly in Hendricks County for the last 30 years. I specialize in storm drainage, drainage tile, tree and brush clearing, driveway grading and stoning, yard rough and finish grading.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Plainfield, IN

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.

The Plainfield, IN homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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