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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews

Nicholas moved 5 cubic meters of garden soil, into raised beds, on a hot day. Kept going the whole time and got it done for me. 👍🏻
Move garden soil from front yard to rear garden bed
$300

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

Great work ethic and a very easy guy to deal with. Would certainly use Matthew again.
Labouring job 4 hours
$200

Poli was great! Efficient, on time and lovely
Moving 8 cubic meters of soil
$200

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

Excellent experience with Glenn from start to finish. Great communication, arrived on time and completed the job efficiently. Would happily engage again.
Large rocks and earth moved
$300
What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor
$140 - $350
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$140
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$215
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$350
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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.
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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
Dirt moved on our property
$500
Darlington WA, Australia
8th Jul 2025
I have dirt that needs to either be removed from property with a. Digger and truck or if possible use digger to move it down back property and make paths in our bush block .
Removal of soil
$100
Chirnside Park VIC 3116, Australia
8th Jul 2025
Need approx 1m³ removed from driveway. No hosing remnants away required just removal. Soil is good quality lawn soil if you are wanting to keep, otherwise will need to be tipped.


Awesome job. quick to communicate. easy to deal with. efficient and fair price. would use again
Dig and dispose of dirt / crushed rock
$100
Williamstown VIC 3016, Australia
8th Jul 2025
Site clean up. Can be done asap. Aprox 8-10 wheel barrow loads.. Need someone to dig and remove all loose dirt/crushed rocks. Remove all dirt and mud also. Its all loose and soft. Need a trailer there is a wheel barrow and shovel here. I just don't have a trailer to do it.
Heavy labour required to remove dirt and install crush rock
$300
Keilor East VIC, Australia
8th Jul 2025
Remove dirt on side of house and put crush rock. Shovels and wheelbarrows. Day rate of $300
Dingo hire with operator
$200
Seaholme VIC, Australia
7th Jul 2025
Level out back garden top soil 1-2 hours work
Level driveway dirt
$200
Armadale WA, Australia
7th Jul 2025
I need driveway levelled with dird mud
Need pea gravel, dirt removed
$350
Marangaroo WA 6064, Australia
7th Jul 2025
Removal of pea gravel and dirt. Will need to be moved by wheelbarrow to the from the back of the house to your trailer/ute for disposal
Skip Hire in South Yarra
$100
South Yarra VIC, Australia
7th Jul 2025
We’d like to hire someone’s skip bin & for the skip to be taken to the dump. Thank you :)
Looking for 2 offsiders to help move soil to skip bin
$5
Miranda NSW, Australia
3rd Jul 2025
Looking for 2 labourers to move soil to a skip. 30 per hour


Good, hardworker.. highly recommended.. Will use again..
Need to move soil moved a few meters away
$200
Forestville NSW, Australia
28th Jun 2025
Need to move this mound of soil a few meters away (about 5 meters to move up onto the top section). See blue circle for the soil and blue arrow for the section at the top to help move it to


Thanks very much for all the help today. Excellent work and a pleasure to work with.
Nine potted plants and a bike to be moved 1.5km
$50
Highgate WA 6003, Australia
27th Jun 2025
Nine potted plants and one bike to be moved from front yard of residence (no stairs or steps and easy street front access ~ 3-4m from front garden). I've even got a trolley. They're all at the front and to be moved 1.5km to neighbouring suburb, also easy access to garden via driveway and no steps.


Great work, easy going and true to word
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


All good 👍 was quick
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.
Move Soil to Backyard – Full Day Help Needed
$400
Pymble, New South Wales
9th Jun 2025
Hi there, I’m looking for someone to assist with moving one cubic meter of soil to my backyard. The job involves: • Carrying buckets of soil stepping on pavers. We have turfed the access and don’t want to walk on it. • Steady, consistent pace – no rush • Easy access to the backyard . You’ll need to descend 5 steps to get to the backyard. No special skills needed – just reliability and a good attitude. Ideal for someone who’s physically fit and happy to work outdoors. You’re responsible for your safety and insurance.


don’s performance and work ethic were beyond my expectations. from the moment he arrived, i could tell he was reliable and committed. he worked steadily and without fuss, and i instantly felt i could trust him to get the job done properly. i strongly recommend don to anyone needing a dependable and hardworking airtasker. would definitely hire him again.
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!
Spread soil
$180
Kenmore Hills QLD, Australia
3rd Jun 2025
Need large pile of soil spread throughout garden. Should be approximately 6 hours work at $30 per hour. Will pay more if work takes longer. Have other work to also do. Have all necessary tools, wheelbarrows, shovels, soil spreader etc Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes


Great job. Good communication and excellent work ethic.
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.