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Back fill trench and load excess soil into skip

$240

Fantastic job. Willing to offer advice. Punctual. Friendly. Works hard - pretty much the model AirTasker.

Dig shallow trenches & wheelbarrow sand +gravel

$25

Sam has been great to work with, and we will be getting him back in the future.

Landscaping & Trenching

$600

Great work. Neat and tidy. Cleared away the old edging and the driveway looks like new. Would recommend.

Dig trenching and lay driveway edging

$300

Great work!

Dig Trench and Clear bricks - Laboring

$135

Samuel was very professional, on time, efficient and did a fantastic job! We would definitely recommend him for any work you require. Honest, hardworking and reliable, everything you look for in a tradesman.

Edit* Dig trench & turf 10cm deep

$250

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If you need to lay a pipe or electrical wire on your property or deflect flood water from getting into your basement, you may need to have a trench dug. A trench can be as small as impressions for planting seeds and can be as large as those that require heavy equipment to be completed. Regardless of the nature or size of your trench, letting professionals handle the job can save you time, effort, and potential back pain!

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Top Trench Digging related questions

It heavily depends on the depth of the trench and the kind of tools to be used. A hundred feet of the trench can take about 12 hours to be dug using the proper equipment like an excavator. Doing that by hand can naturally take much longer. The type of soil also affects the time it could take to dig a trench. Sandy soils can be relatively easier to dig, while clay can be difficult.

No, Taskers usually come with professional equipment to help them finish the job quickly and efficiently. They have excavators, trenching shovels, and trenchers with them when they come to do the service. If, by any chance, you have these tools on hand and you prefer to use them, feel free to tell your Tasker beforehand.

Yes, but this means that you need to spend time and energy doing the job yourself. It can also lead to severe issues if done incorrectly. Having a professional dig your trench saves you time and avoids having mistakes. Digging deeper trenches can also be dangerous and require extensive experience. Your Tasker’s expertise can get this challenging job done safely and cost-effectively.

It depends on where you live. In some states like California, you’re required to get permission from the utilities and 811 before using a tool to move the ground, while in others, shallow holes can be dug without permission. But generally, in the US, if you’re planning to dig a hole as deep as five feet or more, you need to secure approval first. It’s best to approach your local authorities before digging a trench to ensure you’re following protocols. 

What do trench digging services include?

Trenching services involve digging a large hole, usually using a trenching shovel and a trencher to help successfully lay underground wires, pipes, or structural supports. It’s also traditionally done to install or repair public drains, sewer lines, and underground utilities to serve populated areas. Trenching also has plenty of benefits if you’re taking care of your lawn! Whatever you need, Taskers can make your home improvement project possible. Here are the most common things you can expect from trenching services near you:

Straight trenches

If you live in an area with a limited surface to disturb, such as near buildings or roadways, digging straight trenches is the right choice for you. It’s a kind of trench where the sides are parallel, and the base is at a right angle. Having trench boxes or shoring is usually required as protective systems. A six-inch straight trench can also be helpful if you’re trying to control pests in your property, where you can apply a non-repellent pesticide into the soil to achieve a treatment zone.

Sloped trenches     

Sloped trenches have angled sides to prevent cave-ins. Its angle is determined by trench depth, soil type, and the amount of time the trench will remain open. If you’re planning to install large pipes or culverts, this can be the right kind of trench for you. It’s also common to have sloped trenches in new construction sites with a wider path of soil.

Benched trenches

To ensure that your trench or excavation site is entirely safe, you can try benching! Benched trenches are those with sides that have been cut away to create steps. The height of these steps, otherwise known as vertical distances, is determined by the soil type. The less stable your soil is, the shallower your angles should be. It’s best to bench it if your trench needs to be up to 20 feet deep. This is to help stabilize your trench and to make it more secure. For protective systems, shielding or trench boxes are usually used.

Bell-bottom pier hole trenches

For those planning to build a certain structure, make sure to have someone dig a bell-bottom pier hole trench! The base or bottom of the trench is usually wider than the top, giving it a bell-shaped cross-section. This is typically used to install footings to support the foundation of a structure. Since these kinds of trenches have sides sloping inward over the floor of the excavation, more protective systems are usually required to keep them from collapsing. 

Recent Trench Digging tasks

Landscape excavation, trenching and levelling on slope back yard

$1,000

Augustine Heights QLD, Australia

9th Sep 2025

I need excavation work done on sloped back yard for a landscaping project. Require services for Work area is ~12 x 3m. Preferably work to be done using a small excavator as side access is limited spacing. Side access 1: Entry door 850-900mm, but the access also has an aircon unit that limits the space to 710mm. Side access 2: Garage and back door: 750mm. Require leveling of slope to required height, 2x levels. Require digging holes (auger attachment) for retaining wall post placement (12-14 holes) Require light trenching (Up to 200mm) for garden bed sleeper placement. (May) require removing of weed mat and light shrubs (x2) before work starts. I will attempt to remove this beforehand if possible. (May) require other work requiring excavation due to unforeseen circumstances. Detailed plans will be provided. There will be a Civil Engineer onsite for site direction and management. Worksite will be marked to make digging easier. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

3 x garden bads / trenches & removal of 9 rubber trees (<20Sqm)

$750

Flagstone QLD 4280, Australia

7th Sep 2025

I'm after a gardener / labourer to dig out 2 year old rubber trees and replace them with 4 foxtail palm trees. Along the house, the brick wall needs a 12m x 600 mm x 400 mm - 500 mm trench dug and replace with new soil and 10 - 12 plants. There is also a section of lawn near the double gate that needs to be relevelled so the gate can open internally without hitting ground. Out front, another garden bed about 4m x 1m needs to be dug out 500 mm deep and new soil and 6 plants added. Also along the front stairs, the existing garden bed needs to be extended to the driveway - dug out and new soil with small grass plants put in. All soil edging & plants will be supplied. All spoil and old fill will need to be removed and taken to tip Ready to ASAP. A small excavator may be beneficial to make light work of the digging.

To dig a trench and install an agi pipe.

$250

Aspley QLD, Australia

6th Sep 2025

Looking for someone to dig a trench and install an agi pipe. Approximately 8meters. The ground is quite loose as new soil has been added. The grass can also be removed as was installed a couple of days ago. All materials will be supplied.

Dig trench 10 mtrs long,clear weeds between brick wall & shed

$45

Warners Bay NSW, Australia

3rd Sep 2025

A Laborer needed to hand dig a trench 10 meters long. Soil to be left on site. Silt to be cleared away from narrow area between a brick retaining wall and shed.

Dig a trench for a conduit 600mm deep min 200 wide

$5

Hawthorne QLD, Australia

1st Sep 2025

I need a trench for a conduit dug, 600mm below the pavers on the other side of the hedge. It is about 4.5-5m long and needs to be about 200mm wide. The soil behind the shrub is about 200mm above the pavers but that top player is very loose soil. The conduit line goes from the left of the bottom of the staircase right up to the stairs and right next to the motor for the garage gate. Will need it to be done before Monday the 8th of October. Location Hawthorne.

Shaun and his mate were awesome they were punctual and didn’t muck around highly recommend using them.

Dig trench for French drain

$500

Coniston NSW, Australia

28th Aug 2025

Need a trench dug around a 2m x 2m spa. Aswell as along an 8m fence for a French drain. I’ve started it but don’t really have the equipment or time

Dig 7m trench for drainpipe

$160

Upper Coomera QLD, Australia

27th Aug 2025

Dig 7m x 50cm to a depth of 30cm. Dig up and move turf and soil from back garden to Ute in front driveway . No taking to tip or unloading ute. All tools supplied. Should not take longer than 2-3 hours but we are prepared to pay for 4 hours at $40 per hour. Total of $160 even if you finish earlier.

Arrived on time, friendly, worked consistently - thank you!

Even out lumpy backyard with levelling in some areas, two trenches

$1,000

Mount Evelyn VIC, Australia

12th Aug 2025

Landscaping Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Above 300m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Dig sleeper trench, backfill with crushed rock

$240

Mount Eliza, Victoria

12th Aug 2025

Landscaping a fire pit area that is approx . 4m x4m. Jobs to be done are: 1. Trench 16m in linear length, 350mm at its deepest and 150mm at its lowest. 2. Fill with 50mm of crushed rock wheel barrowed in 4. Make level 5. Fill area with 50mm of crushed rock Payment is $40 per hour, on a time basis. Suspect job will take approx. 5 hours. Owner on hand working through broader landscaping. Site will be measured out ready to dig, straightforward clear guidnace mark d out.

I need a trench dug about 10 metres and deep enough to cut tree roots

$5

Swan View WA, Australia

8th Aug 2025

i need a trench dug about 10 metres long and deep enough to cut through next doors tree roots. I don't have a budget figure. just looking for a quote.

Dig a trench & re-plant 9 viburnum plants & 2 Benjamin ficus balls.

$120

Belfield NSW 2191, Australia

5th Aug 2025

dig a trench & re-plant 9 viburnum plants & 2 Benjamin ficus balls.

Amazing! Great! Very polite gentleman, nothing was too hard, easy going.

Dig a trench & re-plant 9 viburnum plants & 2 Benjamin ficus balls.

$120

Belfield NSW 2191, Australia

5th Aug 2025

dig a trench & re-plant 9 viburnum plants & 2 Benjamin ficus balls.

Dig a trench to lay nbn conduit from house to street front boundary

$350

Mount Waverley VIC, Australia

22nd Jul 2025

Hi! We will be digging a trench about 8m long and 30cm deep from the house to the street front boundary. Most of this is along a flowerbed. Additional length of 1.5m length is concreted.

Good communication and job well done.

Place plastic and rocks in trench watch side of house

$600

Runaway Bay QLD, Australia

21st Jul 2025

Need someone to place plastic then rocks in the trenches shown in photos . Rocks are out the front of house you will need to provide your own wheelbarrow to move them .

Dig out clay soil in trench and dispose of

$500

Glenside SA 5065, Australia

12th Jul 2025

Dig out a trench in clay soil 900cm x 80cm wide x 40cm deep in bottom of this flower border. Dispose of soil and any stones. The area is currently covered with tarps to keep dry

I would highly recommend Daniel. Communication was excellent and he worked very hard to complete my task. He deserves his 5 star rating 😁

Trench Clearing Work This Weekend

$200

Enoggera QLD, Australia

27th Jun 2025

Labouring work this Saturday to clear footing trenches that have been dug with an excavator, and piers bored with an auger, for a cellar. Also laying plastic sheeting and inserting reo steel if time permits. Must be a strong labourer able to shovel dirt, lift heavy material, and push a barrow. Minimum 4 hours work, possibly longer. $40 per hour.

Drainage issue. Need a trench to allow water to flow

$300

Narangba QLD, Australia

1st Jun 2025

Water is pooling between a concrete path and a concrete block retaining wall. Seeking landscapers to provide drainage solutions to address this issue.

Trench digging, landscaping, general labor, and home maintenance.

$400

Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia

6th May 2025

trench digging, landscaping, general labor, and home maintenance.

Drainage Trench - 10m x 0.5m x 0.5m

$700

Mount Warren Park QLD, Australia

5th May 2025

I need a trench dug that needs to be 0.5m x 0.5m x 10m long, lined with geo fabric and filled with drainage stone. Price is Including material - 2.5m3 rock and fabric and fees

Labour to help with trenching and pavers

$200

Rochedale South QLD, Australia

15th Mar 2025

Looking for someone to help with a job in Rochedale south removing pavers, digging a trench and reinstalling pavers after. Will be working in a team on two others and myself. I can’t help as I’ve injured myself but will be there to help guide through the job.

Did an awesome job and will Be hiring again