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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews

Lin’s a great carpenter - awesome work!

Need to move the underfloor access gate from front to side

$250

Mike was fantastic, got the job done with no fuss and went above and beyond.

Move Soil from front to back garden

$200

Kris work ethics and proficiency was exceptional. Highly recommended.

Move soil from Driveway to Backyard

$250

Phil is on time, easy to work with and does the job well. What more can you ask for?

Move gravel onto my side yard

$400

Did a great job at landscaping. Worked very fast and got a hard job completed very nicely !

Landscaping - Moving Dirt Hourly Rate

$30

Great attitude, hard worker, lovely to have complete this task!

Move dirt up stairs and spread across garden bed

$150

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor

$140 - $350

low

$140

median

$220

high

$350

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Average reviews for Earthmoving Contractors Services

based on 2004 reviews

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Why hire an earthmover through Airtasker?

Moving large volumes of earth and rock is more than your regular spadework. It demands skill, savviness, and a heavy-duty kit — three things you can be certain about when you hire seasoned earthmovers on Airtasker.

Attempting to dig trenches, clear land, or even haul rubble by yourself can quickly turn into a mishap. You wouldn't want to be left with a botched job that could easily bring you to your knees in mud, construction delays, and hefty extra costs later down the line! Skip the headaches that come with flimsy DIYs and work with top-rated earthmoving contractors near you instead.

Simply post on Airtasker and quickly receive offers from expert earthmovers who can handle the heavy lifting without a hitch, from soil removal to large-scale excavation. Check past client reviews and compare quotes, so you can hire the perfect match — no cowboy builders, just proper professionals who know their onions.

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What can you expect from an earthmover?

A construction or landscaping project can't be without reliable earthmoving contractors to help prepare the site and transport heavy material to and fro. Hire expert Taskers with the right expertise and equipment to make clearing land or shifting soil and rubble a hassle-free experience — no heavy lifting required on your end.

Here’s what to expect when you book earthmoving contractors on Airtasker:

Excavation and site preparation

Breaking ground on a new build or extension? Get skilled earthmoving contractors to handle everything you'll need, from digging out the foundations and basements to levelling the terrain. Proper excavation is crucial to make sure your construction project is a success, whether it's a small residential project or a large commercial site. Having experts on site ensures that your site preparation remains precise and efficient.

Soil and rubble removal

If you've accumulated piles of dirt, clay, or rubble, and they're left to clutter up your site, it's best to get Taskers to remove them for you and clear out the space. Shovelling it all by hand is a slow, back-breaking job — why endure when you can completely skip this? Instead, hire a professional earthmover to deal with construction waste, such as excess soil after a garden makeover or debris from a demolition job. Contractors will use specialised equipment to load, transport, and dispose of materials safely.

Trenching and drainage

Need to dig a trench for underground utilities, drainage pipes, or foundation footings? Avoid future issues like waterlogging or uneven ground by working with earthmoving contractors who can guarantee precision at every stage. They will create trenches to your exact specifications, observing proper grading and depth. From a small-scale job for residential drainage to a deep-cut trench for commercial infrastructure, the right contractor can get it done fuss-free.

Heavy material transport

Manually shifting heavy loads of materials like gravel or topsoil is exhausting and inefficient, especially for larger sites. By working with professional earthmovers, you can expect them to come equipped with the right machinery to handle bulk loads with minimal labour necessary. They can deliver fresh topsoil straight to your address for a garden project, or haul away construction debris.

Recent Earthmoving Contractors tasks

Removal of soil

$300

Mount Coolum QLD, Australia

13th Nov 2025

Digging 200mm of dirt from around our property and dirt removal

Someone needed to move sand in a wheelbarrow today

$70

Broadbeach Waters QLD, Australia

12th Nov 2025

Needed to help move sand in a wheelbarrow / help in garden

Move Top Soil from Drive way to Backyard

$150

Stanhope Gardens NSW, Australia

12th Nov 2025

Need help to move a couple of tons of topsoil from the driveway to the backyard and spread evenly.

Move soil bags and mulch bags and planters to a rooftop area

$300

Monterey NSW 2217, Australia

12th Nov 2025

We need someone to help us move soil bags, mulch bags and planters to a rooftop area today in Monterey The person needs to be fit and able to lift $40 per hour

Great to work with and efficient

Soil shifting

$150

Lutwyche QLD, Australia

12th Nov 2025

Having 7 cubic meters of underturf soil delivered. Need assistance wheelbarrowing into back yard (About 2-3 hours, will pay by the hour - $50 p/h).

Reliable and timely. Great help. Good guy.

Please move a pile of sand to behind the bush in the driveway.

$30

Alexander Heights WA 6064, Australia

12th Nov 2025

Please move a pile of sand. Shovel and wheelbarrow provided.

Need a fit strong person to dig out a garden bed

$100

City of Mitcham SA, Australia

12th Nov 2025

Labourer to dig out garden bed,best estimate 2 tonne possibly more and deposit in trailer

Help in the garden moving sand and crushed rock

$180

Richmond VIC, Australia

5th Nov 2025

- Help moving some sand and crushed rock to a driveway - This is for 3 hours labour - Needs to be done early tomorrow morning

Chris was absolutely amazing and did a great job digging out my driveway and preparing for paving

Dirt pile clean up

$65

Virginia QLD, Australia

5th Nov 2025

Looking for someone who can move this dirt pile off our property. It’s down the side of the house. Approx 3 wheelbarrows worth I can provide wheelbarrow and shovel if needed. Currently sitting on an old doona cover

Amazing job thank you!

Assisting with concrete pour. 1 hours work

$50

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

4th Nov 2025

I'll be having 0.5 cubic meters of concrete delivered and need to bring it up a flight of 5 stairs in buckets. 25 bucketloads Max. 2:30 pm is the scheduled delivery time

Louis helped out in a pinch, came in an hour earlier than planned to help out. Would recommend

Manual earth movement and yard tidyup

$300

Aspley QLD, Australia

2nd Nov 2025

Plumbers have carried out some digging, leaving a pile of soil on the lawn and pavement. I need the following work completed: Lawn area: Level the excess soil so it matches the surrounding lawn height, and move any surplus soil to a pile at the front of the house. Pavement area: Remove soil to a depth of 100 mm below pavement level, and transfer the excess soil to the same pile at the front. Pavers: Collect the loose pavers scattered around the site, as well as those in the existing pile on the lawn, and stack them neatly in the same lawn area. Allow for a full day of manual, labour-intensive work, starting from 7 Am. This needs to be done on Wednesday, Nov 5th. I can provide wheel barrow and showel.

Justin arrived ontime. Very punctual and a pleasure to work with.

Labour hire

$50

Ingleburn NSW 2565, Australia

1st Nov 2025

Move 100 pavers from driveway to backyard approx.30m and restack

Good work, efficient and good communication

Need rocks moved to side of the house

$150

Harkness VIC, Australia

1st Nov 2025

I need rocks moved to the side of the house Land size 4.5x4.5

Hard worker……………………….

Need someone to move turf roles to where i need them placed

$100

Dulwich SA 5065, Australia

31st Oct 2025

Need someone with muscle to move these turf rolles to where they should be placed around 10 meters in the backyard. I have back injury can not lift so just need someone to lift. Around 30 rolls 10 kg each will take an hour or so

Thank u for the help

Need help moving pile of soil

$100

North Beach WA 6020, Australia

23rd Oct 2025

I need to move this pile of soil - total distance to travel is around 20 metres I calculate that it's about 5/6 full wheelbarrows

Francisco was excellent! He did a great job, was very communicative and punctual! Would definitely hire him again

Dig out garden beds

$400

Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia

22nd Oct 2025

I need old garden beds dug out Will need pick, crowbar, shovel and some bins to remove from back yard and truck or ute to take to the top Some areas east, some have old fern roots so will be a pain About 4 hours work my guess 100 per hour min charge 400

do yourself a favour and hire Jerry, worked hard to fit my job in

General Labourer - moving soil

$10

Wheeler Heights NSW 2097, Australia

18th Oct 2025

I need garden soil moved from front yard to rear. Less than 2m.cu. I have wheel barrow and shovel. Need done Sunday or Monday

Nice guy. Hard worker. Highly recommend.

Wheel barrow soil from from front driveway to back yard garden beds

$150

Cardiff Heights NSW, Australia

16th Oct 2025

I need 3m2 of garden soil wheelbarrowed from my driveway to fill the garden bed in my backyard

Darren did a great job and what was asked for will hire again

Level backyard and front

$700

Ringwood North VIC, Australia

16th Oct 2025

Need front yard, backyard and side levelled For turf. I will provide approx 14 meters of fresh soil, and toppings to be spread. Side access is only 1700 wide, the rest of the yard is very acessable. You will need a skid steer and smidge bar. Max height of skid access is 2140. If your machine does not fit the 1700 I will hire a dingo. You will still need your skid steer for the rest but I will hire the dingo for the side. Job will take approx 8 hours. I will arrange soil, toppings and a bin for poor soil to be removed. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Professional, prompt, high quality. Went above and beyond. Highly recommend.