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Recent Earthmoving Contractors reviews

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

Remove soil/turf already in black rubble bags x40 ish

£100

He was great, thanks James

Remove the soil in a garden

£100

Excellent! Got the task done very quickly and with great communication throughout. Would highly recommend.

Soil and rubble removal

£100

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

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

Help Lifting Heavy Bags (20kg)

£50

Worked very hard without complaint even when I underestimated the task

Help move construction materials

£30

What's the average cost of an Earthmoving Contractors expert

£100 - £250

low

£100

median

£132

high

£250

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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

Skip hire

£250

Wyken, West Midlands

16th Nov 2025

Skip hire approximately 8yrd

De clutter house so skip is needed

£80

Leighswood, West Midlands

16th Nov 2025

Having a de clutter in our house so need a small skip to facilitate

Barrow a pile of soil into a Skip at the front of the property

£350

Milton, South Yorkshire

14th Nov 2025

This pile of soil needs barrowing from the rear of the property to the skip which is at the front of the property. There is also a few jobs windows from the original conservatory that need cutting up or dismantling so that they can be taken to front of the property.

Move waste soil from one place to another side of our house

£150

Fleet Marston, Buckinghamshire

7th Nov 2025

We would like to move some waste soil from place of the house to another side of the house

Soil removal -driveway build in Glasotnbury

£500

Edgarley, Somerset

7th Nov 2025

Driveway Build - Surplus soil removal

Clearing away some burnt wood into my skip

£80

North Ascot, Berkshire, SL5

7th Nov 2025

I had a bonfire and need the mess put into a skip .. I have a wheelbarrow

Need a skip

£150

Mesty Croft, West Midlands

6th Nov 2025

i need a skip to hire to get some things out

Two Hippo bags of soil to be disposed of

£275

Temple Mills, Greater London

2nd Nov 2025

Just pure soil from back garden and for full transparency they’re the MEGABAG (M)size bags. I can you a video separately if you require additional details

So happy with the results and the time it took and to add, he is such a pleasant person I’ll definitely be contacting him for more work.

Pavers in front of my house to the back garden. Easy work!

£60

Stoke Newington, Greater London, N16

31st Oct 2025

I had a delivery of pavers that are too heavy for me to move alone. I’d need one or two strong people to move them from the front of the house to the back garden. No tools needed, just strength. Will take no more than 90 mins

3 bulk bags of soil

£100

Gilesgate, Durham

20th Oct 2025

I have 3 bulk bags of soil from garden to remove. They will be ready after 5th of November

Remove a 1ton bag of soil and gravel from front drive

£100

Brockworth, Gloucestershire

19th Oct 2025

I have filled up a 1ton bag of soil and bits of gravel I would like it removed. The bag is heavy so could potentially be moved into other bags to be easier to move. Drive is easily accessible

4 Yard skip hire

£170

Shenstone, Staffordshire

18th Oct 2025

In need of a 4 yard skip for soil and rubble

6yd Skip hire

£200

Lower Walton, Cheshire

16th Oct 2025

I need a 6yd skip to be hired for a wk asap

Small Skip hire

£150

Bidston Hill, Merseyside

11th Oct 2025

Small skip hire needed to move things out of house

Remove fountain bucket from ground and fill

£30

Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London, KT1

7th Oct 2025

There is a bucket stuck in the ground of our front garden which I need removing. It was used for a small fountain. For someone with the right tools it likely wouldn’t take long. Needs filling with some soil.

Remove a pile of rubble and earth that is about 4 cubic yards

£250

South Wimbledon, Greater London

6th Oct 2025

I need the pile of earth and rubble removed and disposed of. ( my apologies that I did explain that clearly in my first attempt) I had a trench dug beside my house and agreed for the materials to be left in my garden since I thought it was just earth. It is mostly stones and broken bricks. I guess between 2 and 4 cubic yards. It will need to be shovelled into a wheelbarrow and then wheeled around 30 yards before reaching the road outside my garden where it could be picked up. Further details: I have added photos. The pile is 4.5 m long and 120 cm wide and 30 cm to the top of the ridge. I have added for scale a 150 cm long rake, 60 cm yellow spirit level and 90 cm metallic spirit level. I tried to rake round the edge to make the mound clearer. It is clearest in the view along the length.

Great quality work. A pleasure to deal with

Move turf and soil

£100

Elsenham, Essex

25th Sep 2025

Move turf and soil in a garden

Rocks and soil

£15

Ilford, Greater London, IG1

17th Sep 2025

Doing somw garden work theres large rock's and soil that needs moving

Moving type 1 from front to back of property

£240

Walmley, West Midlands

15th Sep 2025

I need 6x 1 tonne bags of type 1 mot moved from the front garden to the back and tipped in a pile. Wheelbarrows and shovels supplied. Looking for a team of 2 for 1 day

Move soil and clay

£200

Walesby Grange, Lincolnshire

15th Sep 2025

Remove soil and clay from driveway and dispose of. Restricted access. Please refer to photos