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Recent Backhoeing reviews
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Shoe cabinet - 4 door
£25
Very helpful. Love his service! Very quick too!
Help with setting up 1 shoe cabinet, 1 chest drawer and 1 box
£30
Amazing job
Build a shoe cupboard from MADE
£50
Excellent worker and fast. I recommend.
Build bed/shoes storage
£60
Nixon was amazing. Perfect communication, and a job very well done. Highly recommended. Thanks!
Assemble IKEA shoe storage and bookcase
£80
lovely fella! very personable and professional would 100% recommend
Assemble Shelved Shoe Cabinet
£30
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Why Book Backhoeing Services Through Airtasker?
When it comes to excavation and landscaping projects, booking backhoeing services through Airtasker connects you with skilled local professionals who specialise in operating backhoes. This platform allows you to compare profiles, read reviews, and find the right expert tailored to your specific needs, ensuring a smooth and efficient service experience.
With flexible scheduling and transparent pricing, you can trust that your backhoeing tasks will be handled effectively and safely. Local professionals understand the unique requirements of UK sites, making it easier to achieve the desired results for your project. By choosing Airtasker for your backhoeing services, you gain access to quality assistance that helps you complete your excavation tasks with confidence.
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Top Backhoeing related questions
The cost of backhoe services typically ranges from £50 to £100 per hour, depending on the complexity of the job and the equipment used.
The duration of a backhoeing project can vary based on the size and scope of the work, but most tasks can be completed within a few hours to a couple of days.
While it’s not necessary to be on-site, it can be helpful to discuss project details and provide any specific instructions to the operator before work begins.
Yes, professional backhoe operators are equipped to manage both small and large-scale excavation projects, making them versatile for various job sizes.
Using Airtasker, you can easily search for local backhoeing professionals, compare their profiles, and read reviews to find the right fit for your needs.
Ensure that the site is accessible and free from obstacles, and inform the operator of any underground utilities to avoid damage during excavation.
Many reputable Taskers offer warranties on their work, ensuring that you are satisfied with the results and that any issues will be addressed.
Absolutely! You can post a task on Airtasker detailing your specific backhoeing requirements, and skilled Taskers can respond to assist you.
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What’s Included in Backhoeing Services
Backhoeing services cover a wide range of tasks essential for excavation, construction, and landscaping projects. Here’s what you can typically expect when hiring a professional for backhoeing services:
Initial Consultation
The process usually begins with a consultation where the operator assesses your site and discusses your project goals. This step helps to determine the scope of work and any specific requirements you may have.
Site Preparation
Before work begins, the area will be prepared to ensure safety and efficiency. This may involve clearing debris, marking utility lines, and ensuring that the site is accessible for the backhoe.
Excavation Services
The primary function of backhoeing is excavation. Skilled operators will use the backhoe to dig trenches, remove soil, and create foundations for new structures. Whether it’s for drainage, landscaping, or construction, precise excavation is key to a successful project.
Material Handling
Backhoes are also useful for moving materials around the site. Professionals can load and transport soil, gravel, and other materials, streamlining the workflow and reducing manual labour.
Grading and Leveling
After excavation, the backhoe can be used to grade and level the ground. This is especially important for landscaping projects, ensuring that the area is prepared for planting or laying down new surfaces.
Trenching and Tiling
For projects that involve drainage, backhoeing services can include trenching for drainage tiles or pipes. This ensures that water is properly managed on the property, preventing future flooding or erosion.
Post-Excavation Cleanup
Once the excavation work is complete, the area will be cleaned up to remove any leftover debris or materials. This final step helps ensure that the site is safe and ready for the next phase of the project.
Follow-Up Service
Many professionals offer follow-up services to ensure that the work meets your expectations. This may include checking the site after heavy rain to ensure proper drainage or making adjustments based on your feedback.
By hiring a professional through Airtasker, you gain access to a network of experts who can handle every aspect of your backhoeing project, ensuring a seamless and satisfactory experience. This comprehensive approach not only helps to complete the job efficiently but also ensures that all safety standards are met.
Recent Backhoeing tasks
Shoe rack made, kitchen cabinet fixed, new edging to mat in hall
£500
Lower Wanborough, Wiltshire
22nd Jul 2026
Kitchen cabinet door fixed, new timber moulding to coir mat in hall way, coat rack moved under stairs and new free standing shoe rack made from finished ply
Install 1 x mirror, secure 1 shoe cabinet and 2 small robe hooks
£50
Unity Place, Greater London
22nd Jul 2026
Mirror and shoe cabinet in hallway. You will need SDS drill as thick wall. Robe hooks in bathroom
Great service. Even returned to ensure safest screw for the job. Great job!!
Assemble shoe cabinet
£30
South Hornchurch, Greater London
21st Jul 2026
Assembling my shoe cabinet please
Shoe storage
£50
Islington, Greater London, N1
21st Jul 2026
18 Pair Shoe Storage Cabinet To be assembled.
Asswmble shoe rack
£20
Rotherhithe, Greater London
21st Jul 2026
Assemble shoe rack at home
Great job by Deonne.
Wardrobe, Trio bunk bed
£180
Brynna, Mid Glamorgan
21st Jul 2026
I am looking for an affordable, reliable local assembly man to build 4 flat-pack items at my new home on the Persimmon development at Morgans Walk, Llanilid (Pontyclun).My maximum budget for the entire job is £180.The items to assemble are:150cm Wardrobe (needs secure anchoring to the modern plasterboard wall/studs)Trio Bunk Bed. All boxes have already been moved into the correct rooms, and the workspaces are completely cleared so you can start building immediately. You must bring your own tools and standard heavy-duty plasterboard fixings for the wardrobe safety anchor.Please let me know if you can complete this job within my £200 budget and what days this week you have available.Thank you!
He did a good job with the bunk bed and other fixes I bargained for. So reliable.
Put together a bookshelf and a shoe bench
£50
Quarrendon, Buckinghamshire
19th Jul 2026
Jsut need a bookshelf and shoe bench put together
Amazing and very professional! Thank you
Lay tiles in a porch and build shoe shelves
£300
Oxley, West Midlands
17th Jul 2026
I need my porch floor tiling and shoe shelves built in either side of the porch
Mount two mirrors, assemble a mini shoe cabinet, fix vanity drawers
£80
Manchester, Greater Manchester
16th Jul 2026
Assemble a mini shoe cabinet, mount two mirrors and fix the drawers of an already existent vanity
Amazing experience with Abdul from start to finish. He was punctual, professional, and completed the task efficiently with great attention to detail. Communication was excellent throughout, and he made sure everything was done exactly as requested. I would definitely book with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality service:)
Build Shoe Cabinets x2
£50
Kew, Greater London, TW9
4th Jul 2026
Build two shoe storage units
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simeon was friendly, professional and very efficient. The quality of his work was excellent, and he left everything clean and tidy. I’d happily recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable handyman and will definitely use him again.
Construct shoe cabinet and put storage bags in attic
£30
Pentonville, Greater London
1st Jul 2026
Task to construct a shoe/ storage cabinet and put shoes in it in the hallway. Also to carry 5-10 storage bags into the attic. I have a ten week old baby so need someone patient and helpful..
So helpful and efficient, thank you so much. Did a great job constructing a complicated piece of furniture. Would happily book him again!
Need to fit a shoe cabinet and drill to the wall.
£50
Plumstead Common, Greater London
16th Jun 2026
I need someone to be able to fit a shoe cabinet, I have doubts they sent the wrong nails so would be great if you have a set of your own you may be able to use. This cabinet will then need to be fitted to the wall.
Martin was amazing. He carried out the job just how we had expected it.
Malm 4 drawer Ikea chest shoe bench two bedside tables
£45
Lee Bank, West Midlands
5th May 2026
One Ikea four drawer chest one Ikea one bench storage n two bedside table
Considering it was a last-minute booking, everything was stressfree very efficient very tidy respectful knew what he was doing came and delivered service for the smile much appreciated
Assemble a shoe storage box x 2
£40
Sudbury, Greater London
5th May 2026
Hi i have 2 shoe box storage units needing assembling please. They are small, see attached photos. Please bring tools. Its a small job. Thanks
Delighted with him. Deffo use again. Polite punctual always smiling. Brilliant all round
Assemble rotate shoe rack & dressing table
£80
Southend, Greater London, BR1
8th Apr 2026
Assemble rotating shoe rack. Assemble dressing table. The dressing table comes with a mirror and shelves that can be mounted onto the desk top. I DO NOT want the mirror and shelves attached to the desk top. All items are in unopened boxes. All accessories available will be what ever comes in the box. Must provide your own tools
Done a good job in a good amount of time. Friendly too.
3 Folding chairs & shoe rack to be assembled, & mirror hung on wall
£100
Canonbury, Greater London
28th Mar 2026
I have three folding chairs that need to be put together, and a large and heavy mirror to be hung on the wall. If the shoe rack can be put together too that’s a bonus, but the other two take priority. Need it done ASAP today please! experienced, fast handymen/women only please.
Amir came to do a job for me very quickly, had great communication and finished a big job in less than 2 hours. I would highly recommend!
Assemble an Ikea Shoe Rack
£30
Addiscombe, Greater London
16th Mar 2026
I just need an assembly of the following IKEA Show Rack
Jeff was a pleasure to meet and he came with all kitted and tooled and asked me when any decisions had to be made. The end assembly was to a very professional standard and we could not be more happy.
Build a flatpack shoe cabinet
£40
South Acton, Greater London
8th Mar 2026
Build a flat pack shoe cabinet
Ruari was very polite, good comms, flexible with arrival time, punctual. He did an excellent job building a flat-pack shoe cabinet which required two people but he managed perfectly on his own. 10/10 would recommend and would hire again!
Put up an ikea shoe cabinet
£40
Battersea, Greater London, SW11
8th Mar 2026
Flat pack Ikea hemnes shoe cabinet needs to be put together.
Amazing quick and efficient
One Ikea wardrobe, One Ikea chest of drawers, One Amazon shoe cabinet
£75
Brentford End, Greater London
24th Feb 2026
Furniture Assembly: 1 three door Wardrobe: Ikea 1 chest of drawers: Ikea 1 shoe cabinet: Amazon
He did a very quick job! Did 3 items (wardrobe, chest of drawers and shoe cabinet) in 1.5 hours. Definitely 5 stars for time and efficiency. Just a slight concern that all the cardboard was left behind and there were nails on the floor after the job was done. Overall good work.