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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews

Ben was fantastic, he went above and beyond. Highly recommend
Sand / soil removal
$100

Highly recommend thanks so much
Moving a cubic metre of dirt from footpath to driveway (1 metre)
$100

Very hard working and nice man , finish big job, definitely will contact him again for next job . Highly recommended
Need to move 10 cubic meter soil from front of the house to the back
$50

Task completed exactly as requested
Remove dirt/sand from driveway
$500

A very polite and resourceful young man. Hard working. Highly recommended.
Move topsoil and lay turf
$150

Wilson was a great communicator and got the job done in good time. Work was of an excellent standard and would be happy to use Wilson for any landscaping jobs in the future.
Soil levelling
$150
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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.
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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.
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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
Large sand pile needs to be taken away
$100
Dayton WA 6055, Australia
24th Jun 2025
I had a concreter level my driveway and the excess sand is at the front of my house and needs to be skid steered and Trucked out and possibly level the other side of my yard
1cubic metre of gravel and 1cubic metre of soil delivered and laid
$300
Arana Hills QLD, Australia
24th Jun 2025
Gravel and soil needs to be laid in a courtyard with tricky access. It will need to hauled by bucket (or some means)down stairs (1 flight)and along a short path. Supply/deliver and install is required.
Remove soil from garden bed into a skip 30m away. Need own wheelbarrow
$80
Canning Vale WA 6155, Australia
24th Jun 2025
Need to remove the soil from a garden bed/veggie garden container. We have a skip located approx 30m from the soil. Would need to have your own wheelbarrow


Christian communicated throughout, arrived on time as promised and carried out the job exceptionally. Polite, respectful and done exactly what we were looking for - highly recommended!
Soil removed - 3 tonnes
$500
Donnybrook VIC, Australia
24th Jun 2025
We are removing soil from our back and front yard preparing for landscaping. I need this soil to be taken away in a truck or a skip bin. around 3 tonnes of soil.
Soil test
$200
Werribee VIC 3030, Australia
23rd Jun 2025
Soil test land to build house
Wheelbarrow gravel from front of house to backyard
$320
Jamboree Heights QLD 4074, Australia
23rd Jun 2025
We are topping up the backyard and need a strong/fit person to help with wheelbarrowing 7 m3 gravel from the bottom of the drive way to 35 m distance. First week in July would be optimal.


Completed the task requested to a high standard. Kept his working area clean and tidy at all times. I recommend hiring him to similair tasks.
Garden soil - pour and level garden soil into the garden beds
$300
Yagoona NSW, Australia
22nd Jun 2025
I will buy 3 cubic metre garden soil bags. Need someone to pour and level the soil into the two garden beds.


Saad was great! Easy to communicate with and did a great job. Definitely recommend.
Clear bag garden sand
$75
Helensvale QLD 4212, Australia
14th Jun 2025
Seeking help with having this bag of garden sand removed. Recently cleared out a garden bed. Aprox 300 litres. Don’t have means to dispose.


Friendly and Polite - got it done !
Shovel garden soil into raised garden beds
$150
Smithfield QLD, Australia
10th Jun 2025
Need someone to shovel garden soil into 6 raised garden beds. 4 x rectangles 320 x 80 x 60 2 x round 90 x 40 Nearly one third deep have been filled with cardboards. Need done between June16-19.


Adrian arrived on time, good communication and efficient.
Rock and soil removal
$300
Broadmeadows VIC 3047, Australia
8th Jun 2025
Need to clear rock and soil from backyard. Job includes removal, taken off and disposal of rock and soil. Waste is just over 1 cubic metre.


Did what supposed to be done.
Wood stacking
$150
Mount Nelson TAS, Australia
4th Jun 2025
I’ve had 4tonne of firewood delivered. I’d like it stacked. Can provide use of wheel barrow, and the distance from the pile to the stack is less than 15 metres.


Robert was great, worked very hard and communicated well!
Soil/gravel removal
$1,500
East Brisbane QLD, Australia
2nd Jun 2025
Looking for the best option to have soil/gravel removed. The soil can be used for landfill or recycled and the gravel is perfectly usable. Needing done this week and access will be easy as rear fence will be removed so trucks/dingos can get straight in.


Very professional and went the extra mile.
Help shovel dirt & mulch
$150
Holsworthy NSW, Australia
31st May 2025
I need to shovel 4 scoops (500 L of soil per scoop) from the front driveway to the back yard about about 30 mtrs. All flat and level. I have a small wheelbarrow and shovel .


Luke was very obliging and polite. Did everything exactly as I wanted. We'll hire him again.
Excavate driveway soil
$800
Mentone VIC 3194, Australia
24th May 2025
I need this area excavated and soil taken away. 150mm deep 7.2x3.8 Mentone


Jeremy was brilliant. I’d happily recommend his services to everyone. He made sure he left the job 100% complete and I was happy before he started to tidy up. Thanks again
Move dirt from one place to another.
$120
Batesford VIC, Australia
24th May 2025
Need soft garden soil moved from one place to another. Wheelbarrow and shovel provided. Pile of dirt is close to where it needs to be laid.


Finn did an amazing job moving dirt! Levelling it out, with great communication!
Labourer with wheel barrow needed
$30
Jimboomba QLD 4280, Australia
21st May 2025
Need someone with a wheelbarrow and spade on Friday for 8 hours to move soil from front yard to back yard. New property. There is a 2.9M wide gap on the side to move the wheel barrow. Will pay per hour


We recently had a large load of underturf soil delivered, and Jaidan did an absolutely brilliant job spreading it evenly across our yard. He was punctual, efficient, and worked non-stop with great attention to detail. The finish was smooth and perfectly prepped for turfing. Highly recommend him for any landscaping or soil work—genuinely impressed with his professionalism and work ethic!
Wheelbarrow soil from a garden bed to a skip bin
$200
Yangebup WA, Australia
20th May 2025
I want to empty garden beds. There is around 3 to 4m3 of soil that needs to be barrowed 30m to a skip bin at the front, I will arrange skip bin Garden beds have retained water so soil will be wet.


Genuine and hardworking. Always does the right thing.
Dingo and operator hire
$250
Hoppers Crossing VIC, Australia
19th May 2025
Shift pebels from one garden bed to another and level ground 3.5m x 1.5m garden bed


Excellent service by omar and team, highly reccomend.