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Quick, tidy, efficient, went above and beyond. Good communication- really impressed. Nice work. Fully recommend
Move 2 bulk bags of gravel about 10 metres for a new patio subbase.
£80
Micah removed 70 bags of soil in record time, was prompt and communication was good. Will use again
Bags of soil taken away
£250
Excellent! Got the task done very quickly and with great communication throughout. Would highly recommend.
Soil and rubble removal
£100
Great job, well done. Moved the date due to the rain, but Max was great - worked hard and did exactly what was needed - thanks again!!
Move some earth and grass cuttings into a skip
£250
Extremely hard worker, diligent and stamina/strength of a 100 men
Move soil into rubble bags
£250
Micah was hard working and diligent in his task. I would have no hesitation in employing his services again
Ground clearance
£200
What's the average cost of an Earthmoving Contractors expert
£100 - £202
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£145
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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 professional 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 Taskers bring a variety of machinery, from mini-diggers for compact spaces to bulldozers for large sites.
Make it easier for Taskers 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 Taskers 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.
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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.
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Moving 1.8 tonnes of top soil. From drive to bottom garden
£80
Chelmsford, Essex
16th Sep 2026
1:8 tonnes ofTop soil moved from drive to the end of the garden. Tools provided Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes Ideally this week
Move 18 dumpy bags of Type 1 MOT from driveway to garden
£200
Winchmore Hill, Greater London
13th Sep 2026
18 dumpy bags of Type 1 MOT sub base material will be delivered to front driveway. I need it wheelbarrowed down the shared drive into the garden and down the steps. It's about 30-50m from driveway to garden (all down hill). Stepped ramps on the stairs to assist. Will need 2-3 more wheelbarrows and shovels.
Digging and redistribution of soil in private garden
£120
Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire
7th Sep 2026
Too much soil from landscaping job to go in skip, so looking for handy person to dig it from pile, put into wheel barrow and redistribute into borders and onto lawn.
A good worker. Thanks Stephen.
Spread and level 7 tons of top soil / top dressing
£420
Aldborough, Norfolk
4th Sep 2026
We need 7 of topsoil/ topdressing 14 x500kg) to be carried/ barrowed to our rear lawn which then needs to be spread and leveled. I would like to do half this work myself. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Punctual, polite, and very hardworking - 10 tons of topsoil was barrowed from the front of our house to the back to level the ground prior to sowing grass seed.
Move 2 large builders bags of top soil and help level the lawn
£80
St John's, Kent
2nd Sep 2026
1. operate mains powered grass scarifier, operate battery powered hedge trimmer, estimate 2-3 hours 2. return a week later, move via supplied wheel barrow 2 large builders bags of top soil and help level the lawn
Move bricks to driveway
£50
Thorpe St Andrew, Norfolk, NR7
2nd Sep 2026
I have a pallet of bricks, and some misc items that I need to move about 100 metres. I am getting a second pallet and I have wheelbarrows. I’m not just not able to do it myself.
Absolutely brilliant. Thank you
Mini digger
£300
Willesborough, Kent
1st Sep 2026
Need a digger and driver for 1/2 days to remove stumps and maybe concrete then just scrape ground flat
Transfer topsoil from bulk bags to back garden
£200
Forest Hill, Greater London
17th Aug 2026
I need a physically fit labourer (or a team of two) to move 7 bulk bags of topsoil from a front driveway through a house into the rear garden. Total Volume: Approx 6 tonnes (7 bulk bags). Distance: The wheelbarrow run is approximately 15 metres with a ramp up to the terraced garden where the soil needs to be deposited. Tools: I will provide a wheelbarrow and shovels. Looking for someone reliable who can handle a heavy physical shift.
Great experience with Kafi. Was flexible in arranging around weather and when one person had to pull out Kafi quickly found a replacement. Nice hardworking guys.
Help move soil
£20
Benhilton, Greater London
17th Aug 2026
I have 850 kilos of soil being delivered curbeside and I live in an apartment on ground floor. The garden is round the back of the flat and the curb side is around 15 metres from the door and then it’s a small corridor out to the garden
To help move heavy building material 20 metres
£100
Pinner, Greater London
16th Aug 2026
Help move 800 bricks . 800 kgs sand .8 x 25kgsbag cement 20 metres from front of house to back of house
Gary was efficient and helpful. Would highly recommend
Move radiators
£10
West Thurrock, Essex
14th Aug 2026
Move atleast one radiator in flat. Would like for this to be asssesed first where possible
Shifting 750kg gravel
£80
New Cross, Greater London
12th Aug 2026
MANUAL labour - carrying bucket / trugs of gravel through a house to back garden.
Soil sieving
£50
Abbey Field, Essex
11th Aug 2026
Soil sieving for garden 8x4m. Two small sieves and one large sieve. All manuel work. Need help for half a day labour work. I got a wheelbarrow and gloves. Asap needed.
Move a pallet of logs on my drive
£10
Egerton Park, Greater Manchester
11th Aug 2026
Move a pallet on the drive of logs-was left in the wrong place
To move a 2 big bag of wood chipins
£90
Belmont, Durham
8th Aug 2026
Wheel barrow 2 dumpy bags of mkm wood chipping round to back garden
Soil and rubble removal About 2 tonne
£200
Portswood, Hampshire
7th Aug 2026
Need soil and rubble removed from back garden, need to be wheel borrowed down a Short alleyway to the road in a coldersack
Soil And rubble removal
£200
Bevois Mount, Hampshire
7th Aug 2026
Soil and rubble removal about two tonne, We have a small alleyway , so we'll have to be wheel barrowed to the side of the road
Move soil and rubble from garage into skip
£100
Windmill Hill, Bristol
5th Aug 2026
Move the soil and rubble from Infront of the garage into the the skip at the bottom of the lane - can supply shovel and wheelbarrow. Or can use your own approach/plant.
Move aggregrates
£150
Pollokshields, City of Glasgow
4th Aug 2026
6x 800l aggregrates moved by wheelbarrow from kerb to back garden in pollokshields
Wheelbarrowing concrete mix to create patio in garden
£50
Barton Seagrave, Northamptonshire
31st Jul 2026
I'm extending a garden patio and need labour to help wheelbarrow the concrete mix from the truck to the patio space in the garden. I expect it to take no longer than an hour
Steve was fantastic from start to finish and helped with every bit of the job. He helped finish the job speedily and to a very high standard. I highly recommend him.