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  • Bespoke Builders York
    1
    Rotherham, GB

    About South Yorkshire Building Network Your building project deserves the best … Highest standard project management and workmanship Carefully matched to existing building style and materials Compliant with building regulations and codes of practice. Members of the South Yorkshire Building Network can undertake any construction project in South Yorkshire, and nothing is too small or too complicated. Be it renovations, woodwork, bathroom and kitchen fitting, extensions and conversions, plumbing or joinery, our approved panel of building contractors are here to build your perfect home using the latest designs, highest quality materials and all of our expertise! Our experienced builders will complete each stage of your domestic or commercial project, from the conception of the plumbing and heating system to the decorations to complicated electrical wiring. If you are looking for local builders in South Yorkshire, get in touch today. Our members are competitively priced with an excellent track record of customer satisfaction.

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  • WDX Excavating
    5
    4047 Highway 3A, Nelson, V1L 6N5, GB

    About WDX Excavating There's no substitute for experience, training, and a genuine love for the job! Wilf Dopp has been providing excavating services to the construction and landscaping industry in Nelson and the surrounding area since 1991. After spending three years instructing and training excavator operators in the Lower Mainland, Wilf has returned to Nelson, ready to assist you with your projects. We utilize a highly versatile and effective 8-metric ton excavator, complete with a dozer blade, to handle a wide range of jobs. Our commitment to efficiency, production, and value is evident in every move we make. With over 30,000 hours of earth-moving and construction experience, backed by proven theory and techniques, we stand out from the competition. Wilf is a certified A-Level ticketed operator, and WDX Excavating is fully insured and registered with WorkSafe BC.

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  • Ernest Doe Power
    4.2
    Ernest Doe & Sons Limited, Ulting, Maldon, CM9 6QH, GB

    About Ernest Doe Ernest Doe is a family-owned business that has been serving the agricultural, construction, and groundcare industries for over 100 years. We are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services, and we are proud of our reputation for excellence. Our History Ernest Doe was founded in 1919 by Ernest Doe, a man with a passion for engineering and a vision for providing quality machinery to the local farming community. Over the years, the business has grown and expanded, but our commitment to our customers and our values has remained the same. Our Mission Our mission is to provide our customers with the best possible service and support, and to help them achieve their goals. We are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services, and we are proud of our reputation for excellence. Our Team Our team is made up of experienced and knowledgeable professionals who are dedicated to providing our customers with the best possible service. We are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services, and we are proud of our reputation for excellence.

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  • A & J Truck and Bobcat Ltd. | Edmonton Slinger Services
    5
    Edmonton, GB

    About A&J Truck and Bobcat Ltd. A&J Truck and Bobcat Ltd. has been serving Edmonton and the surrounding region since 2004. We specialize in delivering and placing aggregates such as washrock, sand, and gravel for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. We use multicat technology to place your aggregates in minutes, eliminating the need for workers and increasing job site efficiency. Our fleet of stone slingers, dump trucks, and skid steers offer solutions for all stages of a construction project. We also provide a range of excavation, landscaping, and snow removal services catered to your needs. Our company meets all requirements for safety, insurance, and liability to ensure you and your company are protected. We offer quality service at a reasonable price and strive to provide client satisfaction.

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  • Masterhitch Europe Ltd
    5
    Whitewall Centre, Whitewall Road, Strood, Kent, ME2 4DZ, GB

    Masterhitch are leaders in the design and manufacture of a large range of excavator attachments, excavator buckets and parts for construction, earth-moving and demolition. Masterhitch are proud of their dedication to and quality of their products, with safety lying at the heart of all designs and products. The Masterhitch Hooker Hitch is the safest quick hitch in the world, specifically designed for ease of use as well as security, ensuring a bucket or attachment is impossible to drop off unintentionally when attached. Excavator buckets, attachments, guards and hitches can be manufactured to fit all makes and size of diggers and excavators. Masterhitch provide an extensive range of buckets and attachments including reversible forks, cradles, grapples, handlers, claws and rippers. Ram Guards can dramatically reduce the cost and downtime of repairing your machines rams. Masterhitch also provide expert bespoke design, repairs, cutting and manufacturing for client’s individual needs. The team of highly specialised and experienced staff can advise you on the right attachment or bucket for whatever your need.

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  • Base Concrete
    5
    Meadow View 2, Three Fields Felden Hemel Hempstead, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 0BJ, GB

    Your Personal Concrete Company Offering Unrivalled Customer Service We pride ourselves on offering an unrivalled customer service from start to finish. Here at Base Concrete, we specialise in ready-mixed concrete for commercial and DIY customers alike in Watford, Welwyn, Stevenage, Hemel Hempstead, Luton, St.Albans, Aylesbury and all surrounding areas of North London. Through several tweaks in our functioning, we have streamlined our workflow to provide you with the most hassle-free experience out there. This has helped us in garnering a reputation second to none. From highest quality concrete to its efficient supply at the construction site, trust us to simply deliver!We pride ourselves on having helpful and friendly staff, and always aim to leave your site clean and tidy, which you don’t always find in our industry. We can offer small lorries (the same size as a 6 yard skip lorry), these lorries can carry up to 4.5m. Also 8m size lorries for larger amounts and when you have better access. Now we also can offer volumetric mix onsite lorries, or for when you have bad access we can offer our concrete line pumps.Our concrete pumps are becoming increasingly popular as they can be the answer to bad access and also save on labour costs and speed up progress of the project. We have line pumps (that run pipes along the ground) or our 24m boom pump (this has a crane arm that can be elevated). We can deliver a wide variety of concrete mixes from a shed base to water proof concrete. The process that they use is to make you aware of how much concrete is in the line that they have laid out, we make sure that we stop pumping when there is just enough room left in your site to take what is left in our hopper and the pipeline, when the hopper is almost empty, the operator will blow a ball by air pressure through the pipeline into your site so as to push all of the concrete into the site after this there will be about 2 wheelbarrows left in the hopper that can be wheeled into your site so there is almost no waste or mess at all.

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  • KT Barrett Construction & Landscapes Ltd
    1
    Chard, GB

    Local, Expert Construction Services Over 10 years trading as a company and many more as tradesman. Find out more Construction and Landscaping Kidderminster We are a Kidderminster based builder covering the West Midlands area. We specialise in extensions, renovations and new build projects for domestic clients and potential investors. We pride ourselves on the quality of our workmanship. We have great working relationships with all our clients past and present. All our jobs are available for you to take a look at on request. Why Choose K.T Barrett? With over 10 years experience in the construction industry, we are confident in providing a quality service at good rates with exceptional finish. Quality Workmanship We pride ourselves on the quality of our workmanship. Highly Experienced With over 10 years experience in the construction industry. Competitive Rates We provide a quality service at good rates with exceptional finish.

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  • Rescue Rod
    5
    Poole, GB

    About Us Established in 1981, Rescue Rod is a family-owned business offering professional drainage and water services across Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Somerset. We pride ourselves on our fully trained and insured staff, who are experts in all aspects of sewerage and water. We are committed to providing a high-quality service at competitive prices. We do not charge for call-outs or quotations, so you can get a free estimate on your drainage repair needs. Our team is highly experienced and fully trained to handle a wide range of residential and commercial drainage issues. As part of our operating group, we own Dorset County Water and RM Liquid disposal and also carry out our works through these companies. We are also partnered with and carry out lots of projects on behalf of Wessex Water and BCP Council. What We Do We offer a comprehensive range of drainage and water services, including: Blocked drains Drainage repairs Mains sewer connections CCTV surveys Septic tank services Drain unblocking Clean water services (including mains supplies, leak investigation, pipework tracing, burst repairs, and water main replacements) Tanker services (including septic tank, treatment plant, cess pit, and grease trap emptying, leachate movement, and other waste liquid movement and disposal)

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  • Lux Development Group Inc.
    5
    Hampton, GB

    About Us Lux Development Group is a professional and trustworthy property development and construction company. We offer a wide range of services, including commercial development, residential development, remodeling, construction, restoration, renovation, fixing, and building. We are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality workmanship and customer service. We offer competitive quotes, unmatchable quality, and no-cost consultations. Contact us today to learn more about our services.

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  • Taylormade Building Services Teddington
    5
    20 Upper Ham Road, Richmond, TW10 5LA, GB

    At TaylorMade, we cover all aspects of Plumbing, Heating, and Building Services. Our charging system is transparent with competitive rates which are ensured by monitoring our competitors on a weekly basis. Our trades people are all highly-experienced and at the top of their trade to give you complete peace of mind. Our established reputation gives added assurance that you are using one of the most reliable and respected names in the business.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Excavation Contractors

Find answers to common questions about excavation contractors and hiring excavation professionals in the UK.

How do I calculate how much dirt I need for fill?

To calculate the volume of dirt (fill) needed, follow these steps:
  1. Determine the Area: Measure the length and width of the area you want to fill. Multiply them to get the area in square feet (or meters).
  2. Determine the Depth: Measure the difference between the existing grade and the desired grade (how much you need to raise the ground). This is the depth of fill required.
  3. Calculate Volume: Multiply the area (step 1) by the depth (step 2) to get the volume in cubic feet (or meters).
  4. Account for Compaction: Fill dirt compacts when it settles, so add 10% to 25% to the calculated volume to account for compaction. The exact percentage depends on the type of fill material.
For complex projects or uneven terrain, consult an excavation contractor or surveyor for accurate volume calculations.

What is the best time of year for excavation?

The ideal time for excavation can depend on your location and climate. Generally:
  • Spring and Fall: Often considered favorable due to moderate temperatures and drier soil conditions.
  • Summer: Can be suitable, but hot weather can make working conditions challenging and might require additional measures (shade, hydration) for workers.
  • Winter: Excavation in winter can be more difficult due to frozen ground, snow, and potential delays caused by inclement weather. It might also require specialized equipment or techniques.
Consult with your excavation contractor to determine the best timing for your project, considering local weather patterns and potential seasonal constraints.

How much does excavation cost?

Excavation costs in the UK vary greatly based on several factors:
  • Project Size and Scope: The larger and more complex the excavation, the higher the cost.
  • Soil Type: Different soil types require different equipment and techniques, impacting costs. Rocky or clay-rich soil can be more expensive to excavate than loose soil.
  • Accessibility: Difficult-to-access sites might require specialized equipment or additional labor, increasing expenses.
  • Disposal Costs: Hauling away excavated material (soil, rocks, etc.) to disposal sites incurs additional fees.
  • Permits and Inspections: Depending on local regulations, permits and inspections might be required, adding to the overall cost.
To get an accurate estimate, provide detailed project information to multiple excavation contractors on ExcavationHQ and compare their quotes.

How do I know if I need a retaining wall?

Retaining walls are structures designed to hold back soil or rock and prevent erosion on sloped terrain. You might need a retaining wall if:
  • Sloped Property: Your property has a significant slope, making it prone to soil erosion or landslides.
  • Creating Usable Space: You want to level off a sloped area to create a flat surface for patios, gardens, or other outdoor spaces.
  • Preventing Damage: Erosion is threatening existing structures, driveways, or walkways.
  • Landscaping Features: You're incorporating tiered gardens, raised beds, or other landscaping elements requiring soil retention.
Consult with an excavation contractor or landscape architect to determine if a retaining wall is necessary for your project and to ensure it's properly designed and constructed for safety and longevity.

How do I calculate how much dirt I need for fill?

To calculate the volume of dirt (fill) needed, follow these steps:
  1. Determine the Area: Measure the length and width of the area you want to fill. Multiply them to get the area in square feet (or meters).
  2. Determine the Depth: Measure the difference between the existing grade and the desired grade (how much you need to raise the ground). This is the depth of fill required.
  3. Calculate Volume: Multiply the area (step 1) by the depth (step 2) to get the volume in cubic feet (or meters).
  4. Account for Compaction: Fill dirt compacts when it settles, so add 10% to 25% to the calculated volume to account for compaction. The exact percentage depends on the type of fill material.
For complex projects or uneven terrain, consult an excavation contractor or surveyor for accurate volume calculations.

What is the best time of year for excavation?

The ideal time for excavation can depend on your location and climate. Generally:
  • Spring and Fall: Often considered favorable due to moderate temperatures and drier soil conditions.
  • Summer: Can be suitable, but hot weather can make working conditions challenging and might require additional measures (shade, hydration) for workers.
  • Winter: Excavation in winter can be more difficult due to frozen ground, snow, and potential delays caused by inclement weather. It might also require specialized equipment or techniques.
Consult with your excavation contractor to determine the best timing for your project, considering local weather patterns and potential seasonal constraints.

How much does excavation cost?

Excavation costs in the UK vary greatly based on several factors:
  • Project Size and Scope: The larger and more complex the excavation, the higher the cost.
  • Soil Type: Different soil types require different equipment and techniques, impacting costs. Rocky or clay-rich soil can be more expensive to excavate than loose soil.
  • Accessibility: Difficult-to-access sites might require specialized equipment or additional labor, increasing expenses.
  • Disposal Costs: Hauling away excavated material (soil, rocks, etc.) to disposal sites incurs additional fees.
  • Permits and Inspections: Depending on local regulations, permits and inspections might be required, adding to the overall cost.
To get an accurate estimate, provide detailed project information to multiple excavation contractors on ExcavationHQ and compare their quotes.

How do I know if I need a retaining wall?

Retaining walls are structures designed to hold back soil or rock and prevent erosion on sloped terrain. You might need a retaining wall if:
  • Sloped Property: Your property has a significant slope, making it prone to soil erosion or landslides.
  • Creating Usable Space: You want to level off a sloped area to create a flat surface for patios, gardens, or other outdoor spaces.
  • Preventing Damage: Erosion is threatening existing structures, driveways, or walkways.
  • Landscaping Features: You're incorporating tiered gardens, raised beds, or other landscaping elements requiring soil retention.
Consult with an excavation contractor or landscape architect to determine if a retaining wall is necessary for your project and to ensure it's properly designed and constructed for safety and longevity.