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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews

All good! I actually didn’t need Constant’s help in the end but he was very communicative.

Help Lifting Heavy Bags (20kg)

£50

Matt is amazing. Quick to respond, on time, incredibly kind, and skilled, he finished the task in no time. He is great!

Remove digged out soil (skip provided)

£200

Rikki & Jade, were amazingly helpful and made sure the job was done overcoming any challenges they had. They are also very reliable and came every time & left things in order around the job. I highly recommend them.

Move soil from front drive to back of the house

£400

He was great, thanks James

Remove the soil in a garden

£100

Mohammad and his team were fantastic. Really polite. Helpful. Cleared up everything

Remove soil/turf already in black rubble bags x40 ish

£100

Professional, timely, communicative. Thank you!

Soil moved from front driveway into garden

£100

What's the average cost of an Earthmoving Contractors expert

£100 - £240

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£100

median

£130

high

£240

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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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Top Earthmoving Contractors related questions

An earthmoving contractor will charge depending on the specifics of the job, but rates typically range from £100 to £240. Larger excavation projects may cost more. For a more accurate estimate, simply post your job on Airtasker and wait for qualified Taskers to send quotes for your consideration.

Of course! Taskers are ready to take on any job, big or small. Count on them to move topsoil or dismantle an old raised bed — whatever you may need.

Earthmoving contractors bring a variety of machinery, from mini-diggers for compact spaces to bulldozers for large sites.

Make it easier for contractors to provide you with accurate quotes by making sure the job details you share are clear and complete. It also helps to keep the site accessible to contractors on the scheduled day of earthmoving to allow them to complete the job efficiently.

No, materials like asbestos require specialist disposal services. If needed, feel free to book a separate service for this through Airtasker. 

Timeframes may vary based on how complex a task is, but small tasks can often be completed in a single day.

If you're looking to hold a large-scale excavation or work near public roads, it's best to personally check with your local council for enquiries about permit requirements.

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

Labourer to move gravel

£100

Bottrells Close, Buckinghamshire

21st Jun 2025

Move type 1 / gravel into a dumper truck appox 30 tons

Move 1 bulk bag Type 1 50 metres into foundations

£40

Holmethorpe, Surrey

21st Jun 2025

Redhill. Need to shift one bulk bag of MOT type one approximately 50 m from the drive down the garden and into the foundations for a patio. Approx 2 hours work.

Just need 2 labourers on day rate.

£50

Brixton, Greater London, SW9

20th Jun 2025

Delivery company could only drop gravel bulk bag to front of house. We are moving gravel from front yard to back yard. Need 2 strong men - thats it. 3 Bulk bags in a house full of women.

Move a very heavy cast concrete trough

£150

Cerne Abbas, Dorset

20th Jun 2025

We have a concrete trough which is to be a water feature. It’s very heavy. We need to have it moved about 20 metres over gravel along a path, through a gate, across paving and up onto a raised bed. It will require several people and/or a hoist.,

Skip hire

£100

West Acton, Greater London

19th Jun 2025

I need a 4 yard skip please.

Removal of soil and rubble

£100

Cottam, Lancashire

18th Jun 2025

Soil and rubble removal from driveway, approx 2 ton

Clear pile of top soil

£50

Yate Rocks, Gloucestershire

18th Jun 2025

I have a large pile of garden topsoil/clay mud that needs to be cleared from the garden

Remove 8 to 10 Bags of Garden Waste , SQM of Turf Rolls Pallet

£40

Eel Pie Island, Greater London

17th Jun 2025

All at front drive way .... 8 to 10 bags of garden wate ( soil, turf, rubble ) 7 Nos Rolls of Turf 1 Pallet

Neat job ! No fuss guy ! Highly recommended 👌

Remove soil and rocks

£50

Thamesmead, Greater London

15th Jun 2025

Remove rocks and soil from front garden

Garden rubble

£200

Roxeth, Greater London

12th Jun 2025

I’m currently digging my garden to level it, but the previous owners have put rubble under the paving slabs. I have to dig up all the rubble and dispose of it. There’s about 3 cubic meters. I either need a someone who can dispose of this, or someone to help me dig and bag it all up.

Dig out garden

£100

Victoria Park, Buckinghamshire

11th Jun 2025

Help to dig out garden and move soil to skip

Help move garden soil and rubble large quantity

£40

Rough Hills, West Midlands

9th Jun 2025

Large bag of soil and rubble approx less than a tonne needs removing.

Rubble and soil

£70

Garretts Green, West Midlands

7th Jun 2025

Pile of soil and rubble in front garden

Skip hire

£250

Trough Gate, Lancashire

7th Jun 2025

Need a skip. 8 yard skip.

Remove top soil

£20

New Zealand, Derbyshire

6th Jun 2025

I have a pile of top soil I need to someone to take away there a small pile in corna but I’m taking 1/2 foot layer of the area aswell so bout half a ton

House removal

£500

Pinsley Green, Cheshire

5th Jun 2025

We are looking to prepare to move house

Skip hire for soil & wood, 4 yards

£220

Holdbrook, Hertfordshire

27th May 2025

4 Yard skip hire delivery on Saturday 31st May morning

12 yard skip hire

£300

Moorgate, South Yorkshire

27th May 2025

hire a skip 26 yard as soon as

Take soil away

£50

Sinope, Leicestershire

25th May 2025

Remove soil take away clear area wear soil was

Skip hire

£75

Whiteheath Gate, West Midlands

24th May 2025

Skip hire 4 yards , private driveway