Dig, remove and haul off, with the cleanup included.
Pool digging and removal, driveway removal, stumps and site prep with a compact excavator.
We excavate for residential and commercial clients around Houston: pool digging and pool removal, driveway removal, stump and root removal, landscape excavation and ground preparation for building. We also haul off the dirt, concrete and debris.
What's included
- Residential excavation
- Commercial excavation
- Pool digging
- Pool removal
- Driveway removal
- Stump and root removal
- Landscape excavation
- Excavation cleanup
A compact excavator with a grapple and blade digs, pulls stumps and loads spoils on residential lots and side yards, and the dirt and concrete leave on the same visit.
When you might need excavation
Excavation comes up any time the ground has to change. Our clients call us when they are remodeling, building, removing a pool or driveway, or preparing ground for construction. Common jobs include:
- Digging for a new pool
- Removing an old in-ground pool
- Breaking out and hauling off an old driveway
- Pulling stumps and root balls after a tree comes down
- Reshaping ground for landscaping
- Preparing a lot for a slab, an addition or a new building
Residential or commercial, we handle the digging and the cleanup that follows.
A single project often combines several of these, such as removing a driveway and a few stumps before new landscaping goes in. Commercial sites bring larger areas and old pavement, while residential jobs mean fences, side yards and landscaping to work around. We plan each one for the space it is in.
Pool and driveway removal
An old pool that no one uses can become a maintenance headache and a safety concern. Pool removal generally means draining it, breaking out the shell, hauling off the concrete and debris and filling the hole so the yard can be used again.
Before pool removal, think about how you want to use the space afterward. A lawn, a garden, a patio or a future structure can each call for a different way of filling and compacting the ground, so tell us your plans when you call.
Many cities and counties require a permit for pool removal, so check before you start. We can help you find out what your address requires.
Driveway removal follows a similar path. The concrete or asphalt is broken up, loaded and hauled away, and the ground is left ready for a new driveway, a lawn or landscaping.
Pool digging works in the other direction. We excavate the area for a new pool and haul off the soil, so the pool builder starts with a clean hole.
Both jobs produce a lot of heavy material. Concrete, rebar, soil and old base rock all leave with us, so you are not left arranging a separate haul-off.
Why Houston calls us for excavation
- One crew, start to finish
- We dig, remove and haul the spoils, so you do not need a second company for cleanup.
- Right-sized equipment
- A compact excavator fits through residential lots and side yards.
- Ready for what's next
- We leave the ground prepped for the pool, slab, driveway or landscaping that follows.
How to choose an excavation contractor
There are plenty of excavation contractors in the Houston area. Before you hire one, a little homework goes a long way:
- Compare more than one contractor before you decide.
- Ask about their experience and look at photos of past excavation work.
- Read reviews and feedback from previous customers.
- Find out exactly what is included. Some contractors dig and leave the spoils for you to deal with.
That last point matters more than most people expect. At Right On Time, excavation cleanup is part of the job. We haul away the dirt, concrete, roots and other debris, so you do not need a second company to finish.
It also helps to ask how a contractor handles surprises. Old concrete, buried debris and large roots turn up in plenty of yards, and you want a team that can deal with them on the spot.
Before the digging starts
A few general steps make any excavation go more smoothly. Contact Texas811 before digging so buried utility lines can be marked. Plan where trucks will enter the property, and move vehicles, outdoor furniture and anything else out of the work area.
Much of the Houston area sits on clay soil that turns heavy and sticky when wet. Planning access routes and where the spoils will go before work starts keeps lawns and driveways from getting torn up.
If a structure has to come down before the ground work, such as a shed, a deck or an old patio, our demolition team can handle that first. If the yard has brush, branches or root piles, yard waste removal can clear it as part of the same project.
Landscape excavation is another common job: leveling a section of yard, digging out old beds or making room for new plantings. We dig and clear so your landscaper can start fresh.
We excavate in Houston, Galveston, Conroe, Cypress, Tomball, Spring and nearby communities. Larger lots in places like Cypress see a lot of pool, driveway and backyard excavation.
If you are not sure what your project involves, call and describe it. We can talk through the scope with you and, for bigger jobs, look at the site first.
Questions about excavation
Can you remove an old pool or driveway?
Yes. Pool removal and driveway removal are two of our most common excavation jobs.
Will you haul away the dirt and concrete?
Yes. Excavation cleanup is included, so the dirt, concrete and debris leave with us.
Which areas do you serve for excavation?
Houston, Galveston, Conroe, Cypress, Tomball, Spring and the communities around them.
Do I need to call 811 before excavation?
Texas811 should be contacted before any digging so buried utility lines can be marked. Ask us about it when you call and we will talk through the steps for your property.
Can you remove tree stumps and roots?
Yes. Stump and root removal is part of our excavation work, and the stumps, roots and soil leave with us.
Where we work
We serve Houston, TX; The Woodlands, TX; Conroe, TX; Spring, TX; Tomball, TX; Pinehurst, TX; Porter, TX; Humble, TX; Cypress, TX; Bellaire, TX; Richmond, TX; Rosenberg, TX; Pasadena, TX; Baytown, TX; League City, TX; Seabrook, TX; Alvin, TX; Texas City, TX; and Galveston, TX. See the service area map.
Other services: junk removal, demolition, hoarder and property clean outs, dumpster rental, appliance and electronics removal, yard waste removal.
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