Excavation Services in Murphysboro, IL
We serve homeowners, commercial developers, contractors, government entities, and agricultural landowners throughout Jackson County. No job is too large or too small — we bring the right equipment and a crew that takes pride in the work.
Pond Construction
Design and excavation of recreational, agricultural, and retention ponds built to hold water and last for decades.
Basement & Foundation
Precision digging for residential and commercial foundations — cut to grade and ready for your contractor.
Utility Trenching
Trenches for water, sewer, electric, and gas lines dug to spec and backfilled clean.
Large-Scale Earthwork
Commercial site excavation, cut and fill operations, and mass grading for development projects.
Land Grading
Precision grading to establish positive drainage and prepare surfaces for construction or agriculture.
Demolition Dig-Out
Excavation support for structure removal — dig-outs, backfill, and site restoration after demo.
Why Murphysboro Calls Redd for Excavation
We've been digging in Jackson County for over 10 years. Southern Illinois soil has its quirks — the clay layers, the moisture retention, the way ground conditions change between seasons — and we know how to work with all of it. You get a crew that shows up on time, moves dirt efficiently, and leaves the site better than we found the edges of it.
Fully Insured · Free On-Site Estimates
We carry full liability insurance on every job. Before any work begins, we walk your site with you, talk through the scope, and give you a clear number — no surprises. Call 618-417-7381 to get on the schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer free estimates for excavation in Murphysboro, IL?
Yes — we offer free on-site estimates for all excavation projects in Murphysboro and Jackson County. We'll come out, walk the site with you, and give you a clear scope and price before any work begins. Call 618-417-7381 to schedule.
How much does pond excavation cost near Murphysboro, IL?
Ponds are one of the most site-specific jobs we do — soil type, water table, depth, and dam requirements all change the number significantly. What we can tell you is that it's not hard to spend $20,000 or more on a small one-acre pond built right, and the cost scales with size from there. We walk every pond site before we quote it. Call 618-417-7381 to set up a visit.
Are you licensed and insured for excavation work in Jackson County?
Yes. Redd Excavation LLC carries full general liability insurance on every job. We're based in Benton, IL and regularly work throughout Jackson County and surrounding areas.
How long does an excavation project take?
Timeline depends on the scope. A residential pond typically takes 1–3 days. Larger commercial earthwork can run a week or more. We'll give you a realistic schedule estimate when we walk the site — we don't pad timelines and we don't leave jobs sitting.
What types of excavation do you handle in the Murphysboro area?
We handle pond construction, basement and foundation digs, utility trenching, building pad excavation, large-scale cut-and-fill operations, and general earthmoving throughout Murphysboro, IL and Jackson County.