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Excavation major grading or resloping pros in Independence

Mitchell's Dirtwork
18728 Highway FF
4.50(
2
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Approved Pro
Mitchell's Dirtwork
18728 Highway FF
4.50(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.

"Reliable work."

Bryan O on April 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.

"Reliable work."

Bryan O on April 2023


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Grade A Excavation LLC
29554 Metcalf Rd
5.00(
13
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Approved Pro
Grade A Excavation LLC
29554 Metcalf Rd
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service provided to meet your needs. It is our mission to exhibit excellent workmanship and supreme dedication from start to finish of a project. We understand the needs and expectations of our customers, and take great care to work and communicate with them in a courteous and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Excellent work and worker I was very satisfied with job he did and will recommend this company to family and friends"

Rodney W on March 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service provided to meet your needs. It is our mission to exhibit excellent workmanship and supreme dedication from start to finish of a project. We understand the needs and expectations of our customers, and take great care to work and communicate with them in a courteous and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Excellent work and worker I was very satisfied with job he did and will recommend this company to family and friends"

Rodney W on March 2025


Dobson's Dirt Work
20210 Highway 24
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Dobson's Dirt Work
20210 Highway 24
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Dobson's Dirt Work is a premiere full service excavation contractor. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!!!!

"He cares about his customers and his work."

Charles s on May 2022

Dobson's Dirt Work is a premiere full service excavation contractor. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!!!!

"He cares about his customers and his work."

Charles s on May 2022


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Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating
600 E 5th St
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating
600 E 5th St
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating has been dedicated to this craft for over 7 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!

"Corbin was great! He communicated well, answered questions, did quality work-very much ch a professional."

Nancy J on May 2024

Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating has been dedicated to this craft for over 7 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!

"Corbin was great! He communicated well, answered questions, did quality work-very much ch a professional."

Nancy J on May 2024


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Triple H Services
33970 247th St
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Triple H Services
33970 247th St
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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

"Highly recommend triple H services to anyone needing any skid steer work. Great priced and does high quality work!!! 10/10 recommend"

Evan s on May 2025

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

"Highly recommend triple H services to anyone needing any skid steer work. Great priced and does high quality work!!! 10/10 recommend"

Evan s on May 2025


PG Excavating
112 West Walnut Street Unit 757
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
PG Excavating
112 West Walnut Street Unit 757
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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.

"Great work, very respectful. Will definitely be using them in the future"

Bryan H on April 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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.

"Great work, very respectful. Will definitely be using them in the future"

Bryan H on April 2025


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Threshers Land Services
117 N Peck Dr
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Threshers Land Services
117 N Peck Dr
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 5 years of experience, Threshers Land Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"Friendly asked how much I wanted done on the tree and gave me a reasonable price...showed up when he said he would and got the job done in a quick and professional way...did an excellent job cleaning up after the job was done including dealing with some trees growing along the fence line...will hire again "

terry a on April 2025

With over 5 years of experience, Threshers Land Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"Friendly asked how much I wanted done on the tree and gave me a reasonable price...showed up when he said he would and got the job done in a quick and professional way...did an excellent job cleaning up after the job was done including dealing with some trees growing along the fence line...will hire again "

terry a on April 2025


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Triple M Dirt Work
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Triple M Dirt Work
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
119 local quotes requested

Triple M Dirt work offers excavation service. We dig and trench to install pipes, fix drainage. We regrade to fix eyesores in your yard like divots, tree stumps, etc. 7 years of operating excavators and skid steers, installing communication pipes to sewer and new water lines.

"Seemed like an honest hard working guy."

Seth B on March 2025

Triple M Dirt work offers excavation service. We dig and trench to install pipes, fix drainage. We regrade to fix eyesores in your yard like divots, tree stumps, etc. 7 years of operating excavators and skid steers, installing communication pipes to sewer and new water lines.

"Seemed like an honest hard working guy."

Seth B on March 2025


Aidan's Lawn Care
5.00(
2
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Aidan's Lawn Care
5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated excavation company with over 25 years experience. Built on respect, hard work, and reliability, we have the capabilities to serve all mid-size excavation projects for home owners of any kind.

"The job was completed and they even helped fix other drainage issues I had at a very fair price. Highly recommend them."

Tamara C on September 2021

We are a family owned and operated excavation company with over 25 years experience. Built on respect, hard work, and reliability, we have the capabilities to serve all mid-size excavation projects for home owners of any kind.

"The job was completed and they even helped fix other drainage issues I had at a very fair price. Highly recommend them."

Tamara C on September 2021


Brett KisnerConcrete
1813 Ne 4th
No reviews
Brett KisnerConcrete
1813 Ne 4th
No reviews
47 years of experience

Been in the trade over 30 years , four employees, we specialize in all types of concrete, new or replacement, family owned business, stamped, colored

Been in the trade over 30 years , four employees, we specialize in all types of concrete, new or replacement, family owned business, stamped, colored

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Excavation major grading or reslopings FAQs

The excavation process requires four to eight weeks after preparations are complete. This timeline may extend considerably if contractors encounter unexpected challenges such as rocky soil formations, concealed utility lines, or foundation issues requiring remediation. Additional time requirements for drainage installation, waterproofing, and utility connections should also factor into your planning schedule. Consulting with experienced local contractors provides the most accurate timeline projections.

Creating a basement in high water table conditions remains possible but requires specialized moisture management systems. Contractors implement comprehensive waterproofing, robust drainage networks, and appropriate sump pump systems to manage groundwater infiltration. These enhanced moisture protection measures increase project costs but remain essential for long-term functionality. Professional evaluation of specific site conditions determines the most appropriate moisture management approach.

Several indicators suggest potential challenges for basement excavation, including consistently damp soil conditions, visible foundation deterioration, or significant settlement in existing structures. Properties with unstable soil compositions or bedrock near the surface may present prohibitive excavation costs. Professional structural assessment identifies specific challenges and potential mitigation strategies before committing to major excavation projects.

The value enhancement from basement additions varies considerably based on local market preferences, finish quality, and functional utility. Well-executed basement spaces with proper egress, comfortable ceiling heights, and quality finishes provide the strongest return on investment. Consulting with local real estate professionals provides insight into specific value expectations for your market area and property type.

Most jurisdictions require comprehensive building permits for basement excavation projects due to their structural implications. These include general construction permits plus specific approvals for structural modifications, electrical installations, plumbing systems, and mechanical equipment. Many municipalities also require engineer-stamped plans certifying structural integrity. Working without proper permits risks substantial penalties and potentially costly remediation requirements.

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