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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews in Inner South Melbourne

Absolutely brilliant! Beau was on time, worked extremely hard and nothing was a problem for him. Highly recommended.

Soil removed

$400

Quick and friendly.

Remove around 90kg of soil (it's in bags)

$100

Marcus was quick to communicate, turned up on time and did an excellent job.

Move rock to garden

$100

Patrick and his friend did a great job with moving crushed rock and soil for my landscaping job. They came on time, very polite and efficient with the work. Highly recommended.

Move gravel and soil

$200

Very efficient and easy to deal with. Thanks very much.

Remove Small Amount of Soil

$60

Great guy. Nik was punctual and worked hard none stop . Completed the job . Highly recommended.

Move 6 cubic meters of top soil

$400

What's the average cost of an earthmoving contractor in Inner South Melbourne

$125 - $315

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$125

median

$207

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$315

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Average reviews for Earthmoving Contractors Services in Inner South Melbourne

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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 in Inner South Melbourne

Soil / rock moving and levelling

$900

Hughesdale VIC 3166, Australia

9th Sep 2026

We need to have are 10-12m3 of dirt / soil moved from front of use to rear for a new lawn. We also need to more 5-6m3 of rocks from front to rear for outdoor space

Help moving soil into a skip

$100

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

7th Sep 2026

2 hours work, shovelling soft, sandy soil into a skip which is located approximately 8 m from the soil Photo of the soil and the skip Have quoted for two hours work We have a number of shovels to choose from and a wheelbarrow, and buckets to put the soil in. Must be completed on Tuesday afternoon because we have the skip being picked up on Tuesday afternoon Photo does not include the whole area, but it shows the distance between the front of our house and the skip

Move pile of pebbles into garden

$50

Patterson Lakes VIC 3197, Australia

31st Aug 2026

We need 0.25 cubic metres of pebbles (currently in a big pile) moved into garden beds that are between 1-10 metres away. Photo is of existing yard - pebbles need to be added to this. Preferably you have a wheelbarrow/shovel to bring (we only have a shovel). Located in Patterson Lakes.

Great work, highly recommend

Move bags of dirt from front yard to backyard

$120

McKinnon VIC 3204, Australia

28th Aug 2026

Move bags of dirt from front yard to backyard

Awesome service. Very quick and great communication. Highly recommended

Install soil in front yard

$200

McKinnon VIC 3204, Australia

26th Aug 2026

Need 1m3 of soil wheelbarrow in from front crossover to front yard and level out. 1 area behind pool fence will need to be done by buckets.

Move 5m3 of soil into garden beds

$250

Carnegie VIC 3163, Australia

21st Aug 2026

I need 5 cubic metres of top soil moved from my front yard into backyard garden beds. Access is good for wheelbarrows. Please note: soil is being delivered tomorrow morning. Image of front yard is to indicate where soil will be deposited by truck.

Efficient and punctual

Move soil by wheelbarrow (1.25 cubic meters)

$80

Malvern VIC 3144, Australia

19th Aug 2026

Move soil from loading bay through lobby of apartment building by wheel barrow and shoveling directly into raised garden bed. Ground level. Approx 60 meters . I will provide barrow and spade and ground protection. Must be moved Friday morning even if raining

Prompt, courteous and did the job as asked

Help me move a heavy rock in my garden

$50

Mentone VIC 3194, Australia

17th Aug 2026

I’m trying to finish a rock border for my little garden bed. There’s a big rock there but it’s in the wrong spot. Way too big and heavy for me to move alone. Please help 😅 I don’t want to hurt my back. Doesn’t have far to move but definitely needs some muscle

Anthony was great, very helpful and made sure I was happy with the placement before he left. Would recommend

Removal of soil from premises

$140

Melbourne VIC 3204, Australia

10th Aug 2026

We have mixed soil that needs to be removed. There are 2 separate piles, which will need to be wheelbarrowed out to a skip from the back. Please see 2 photos showing the separate piles and one photo showing a broader view of the larger pile. You will need to provide your own wheelbarrow & shovel with the skip being at the front of the premises. We are looking at doing this mid morning on Saturday. It should take 2 people 2 hours to complete this task.

Aidan's communication leading up to the day was excellent, he arrived on time, came well equipped for the task, was efficient, worked hard & got the job done in a timely manner. He also had some good advice on how to complete the task due to his experience. Would definitely recommend him.

Move dirt out of planter box

$250

Aspendale VIC 3195, Australia

25th Jul 2026

I need this old planter box emptied and the dirt moved into the other planter box alongside the pool- please see photos for details. I have a wheelbarrow you can use but my shovel is broken unfortunately. I’ll remove the glass section of pool fence for easy access.

Tham did a great job, would highly recommend!

Moving 1.5 metres of top soil

$100

Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

25th Jul 2026

Moving soil onto garden beds

Friendly, helpful. Lovely guy

Remove soil

$350

Malvern East VIC 3145, Australia

18th Jul 2026

I need the soil removed and brought down to ground level. The area is about 5x3m and roughly 15cm high. There were trees and plants there previously. I would estimate around 2-3 square meters of soil. There is good access via the driveway to get machinery in there.

Prompt and efficient. Great job and highly recommend.

Laying crushed rock in my driveway

$250

Brighton East VIC 3187, Australia

13th Jul 2026

Spread and compact crushed rock in my driveway

Move top soil

$350

Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia

11th Jul 2026

Need to move top soil from the front of the house to the rear.

Need someone 1-2 people asap to come give a hand moving rock

$80

Hampton VIC 3188, Australia

19th Jun 2026

Wheelbarrow rock to side of house

Spread and distribute rocks into and around new pavers

$150

Carrum VIC 3197, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Rocks will be delivered. Spread and distribute

Move soil into skip bin

$50

Glen Iris VIC, Australia

17th May 2026

Need soil moved from side of house into a 3 meter skip bin located near front of house. Shovel and wheelbarrow provided

Great job. Recommended

Fill skip with volcanic rock from garden

$150

Sandringham VIC, Australia

25th Apr 2026

Fill in a hole with soil. Fill skip with garden rocks. Approx 3 hours work budgeted for.

Great help, would recommend highly

Wheel barrow concrete

$10

Aspendale Gardens VIC, Australia

15th Apr 2026

Need a hand wheel barrowing concrete, 10-15m flat push. Got another person on barrows too, 3.5m3 easy one for a Saturday morning

Turned up worked hard highly recommend thanks Ongo

Garden rock wheelbarrowed into yard

$150

Bentleigh VIC, Australia

27th Mar 2026

Need labour of garden rock wheelbarrowed into rear yard around 2 cubic meters Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Dylan is a great to deal With, professional and quick, a all round lovely fella