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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews

Nice guy. Was on time, got the job done quickly. Very efficient.

Dissessemble playset and relocate from front yard to back

$100

Lin’s a great carpenter - awesome work!

Need to move the underfloor access gate from front to side

$250

Ricky did an excellent job with my gardening. He tackled hard work with ease and showed great attention to detail. His dedication and skill were impressive, and I am extremely satisfied with the results. I will definitely assign him again for future projects. Highly recommended!

Move top soil and spreading

$200

One of the best airtasker around. Thank you so much for your help.

3T pebbles in bulka bags to side of house

$200

Great communication, turned up quickly and worked at a cracking pace. Thanks Dean!

Shift 2 cubes of soil from front driveway to backyard.

$105

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

Landscaping - Moving Dirt Hourly Rate

$30

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor

$135 - $350

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$135

median

$210

high

$350

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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

Dispose garden soil

$100

Enfield SA 5085, Australia

27th Dec 2025

I have garden soil, looking for someone to take it away. Not 100% but approx 2t ton , good fertile taken out of garden beds. In front yard next to street and easy access , can provide wheel barrow and shovel. Happt to discuss/negotiate further. 20 m from the gate where you can park(last photo)

Skip bin hire

$100

Westmeadows VIC, Australia

26th Dec 2025

Skip bin hire any date before 31/01

Removal of clean fill sand in back yard

$100

Hilbert WA, Australia

26th Dec 2025

Need around 1.5 cubic metres of clean fill sand removed from my back yard. Have limited side access

Very efficient and a great job done

Building rubble cleanup

$300

Meadow Springs WA, Australia

26th Dec 2025

Cleanup a small area on the road side curb of around 40 square meters for landscaping, will require removal of the building rubble some sand to achieve correct level

Move soil from front of house to back of house

$35

Basin Pocket QLD, Australia

25th Dec 2025

We are getting 4 m3 of soil delivered on 29 December between 8-9am. We need the soil moved from the front of the house to the back of the house and spread around to even the ground out to make garden beds. We have a wheel barrow and shovels. Can remove some pool fencing to make it easier to get in and out or happy to discuss the most efficient way with the right airtasker. Side access is all flat. Quotes welcomed. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

2 x 2 mini skip

$10

Hawthorn East VIC, Australia

25th Dec 2025

Need a mini skip today 2 by 2

Remove and level backyard

$500

Glass House Mountains QLD, Australia

25th Dec 2025

We have had several trees removed and need the land remaining leveled. There are large rocks mixed into the pile of soil that will need to be moved. Its a space about 7m x 7m and probably about 1m high in places. Will need a bobcat.

Shovel stone & sand

$140

McKenzie Hill VIC, Australia

24th Dec 2025

I need stones shoveled along the footpath around the house. Photos attached of the pile of stone and the footpath required. There are currently pavers on the footpath but due to supply they need to be removed and put in a neat pile and the stone put on top of the sand instead. Thanks

Dan communicated really well and did a great job that I’m happy with.

Need someone to move and stack around 3m3 firewood into shed

$200

Lawson NSW 2783, Australia

20th Dec 2025

Move from driveway to shed and stacked in neatly

Great work very efficient and hard working

Moving 2mtrs gravel from front footpath to the back

$140

New Farm QLD 4005, Australia

18th Dec 2025

moving gravel Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: No

Very happy with the great help I received today. Cheerful and hard working.

Sand Removal

$200

South Guildford WA, Australia

18th Dec 2025

I’m looking for 1–2 reliable people to help remove sand and wheelbarrow it into a skip. The sand is already on site — this is manual labour only, no digging required. You’ll need to be physically fit and able to handle repetitive lifting and wheelbarrowing. Details: Task: Move sand into skip using a wheelbarrow Location: South Guildford Time required: Approx. 4 hours Date: flexible but skip being delivered sometime Monday the 22nd Dec- soooo after that please Tools: Wheelbarrow provided (please confirm if you have your own) Happy to answer any questions. Thanks!

Absolutely outstanding work — I couldn’t be happier. They worked incredibly hard shovelling and wheelbarrowing a large amount of sand. They were punctual, efficient, and had a great attitude from start to finish. I would 100% recommend them to anyone needing a reliable, strong, and hardworking Airtasker, and I wouldn’t hesitate to hire them again.

Clean the water meter box door of soil.

$38

Stafford QLD 4053, Australia

18th Dec 2025

A little soil remained on top of the water meter door after moving. The soil must be removed for easy access to the meter box. Just wipe the soil. No rubbish, no digging.

Fast and reliable service

Laborer needed tonight- to shovel these rocks into the gate area

$100

Windsor VIC, Australia

16th Dec 2025

Need done tonight asap Shovel these rocks into the gate area I have shovels I have wheel burrow Just need labour It’s about 1 hour work

Ben is a former athlete with a superior physical make up. Hence if you require work that is physically demanding he will be able to undertake it at twice the normal rate of a regular human. Top bloke, honest, hardworking and of admirable character.

Labour and Pumping Truck Help

$350

Ascot QLD, Australia

16th Dec 2025

Hello, we have a screed pump to pump material to the backyard to back fill a retaining wall. Looking for someone to manage the hose and backfill the wall. It's expected to take all day from 7am to 1pm. Thanks Tim

Came and got the job done.

Labourer to spread rocks

$200

Windsor VIC 3181, Australia

15th Dec 2025

Need to spread these rocks And also move some to another area nearby - with a wheel-burrow Hourly rate I have a shovel and a rake I don’t have a wheelbarrow Ideally you have a wheelbarrow

Sam worked for me performing garden labouring and moving furniture. Sam and his colleague Christian are the best Airtaskers I have hired over the 5 years of use. Clear communication, hard working, punctual, honest. The reviews Sam has here are genuine and all the reviews and stars are hard earned. Hiring the right person matters, I fully recommend Sam and Christian.

Need delivered soil (~4cbm) moved from the front to the backyard

$300

Oakleigh East VIC, Australia

15th Dec 2025

Will have soil delivered, about 4cbm. Need to moved to the backyard to fill raised garden beds. Access is flat, except for a set of stairs - about 6 large steps

Great work, would definitely recommend

Mix Soil and Compost and Put in Beds

$80

Moorabbin VIC 3189, Australia

13th Dec 2025

I have three batches of compost that need mixing and shovelling into garden beds close by. Have tools to do the job here.

Really lovely guy, did a good job and was kind to my kiddo

Move river stones downstairs(outside) to fill an empty space

$190

Middle Cove NSW, Australia

12th Dec 2025

I need someone to move a pile of river stones down a flight of stairs to an empty space. I have buckets for transferring the stones.

John was amazing and so helpful. Thank you so much.

3T pebbles in bulka bags to side of house

$200

Earlwood, New South Wales

11th Dec 2025

3t, 3 x bulka bags wheelbarrowed from front drive to side of house. must be reliable and need to know day so I can organise delivery of bulka bags, thank you

One of the best airtasker around. Thank you so much for your help.

20 full wheel barrows moved from front to back of property

$180

Ripley QLD 4306, Australia

11th Dec 2025

20 wheel barrows evenly spread out over a 15 sqm area

Unreal thanks so much mate