Total Comfort Group

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Des Moines Excavating

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(515) 471-3333

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Mon-Fri: 8 am – 4:30 pm

Emergency Hours 24/7

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Des Moines Excavating
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Creating Exceptional Excavation Solutions

We provide expert residential & commercial excavation services

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Our Service Options

Need an expert for your excavation project?

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(515) 471-3333

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ABOUT US

Specialized Excavation Services

We specialize in residential and commercial site work, including sewer lines and septic systems. Our skilled team is known for quality craftsmanship and outstanding customer service.

Whether you’re planning a small project or a large-scale development, we provide efficient and reliable solutions. Contact us today!

OUR SERVICES

Your Excavation Experts

At Des Moines Excavating, we pride ourselves on being your go-to solution for all excavation needs, including both residential and commercial projects. Our expertise encompasses a wide array of services:

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Interior Sewer Services

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We specialize in under-concrete sewer replacement and repair.

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Sump Baskets & Discharge Lines

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Effective solutions to protect your property from water damage.

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Septic Systems & Storm Drain Infrastructure

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Reliable installation and maintenance.

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Sewer Line Repairs & Replacements

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Over thousands of successful projects.

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Water Services

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Comprehensive water line servicing.

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Directional Boring

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Expertise in tearing out and replacing sidewalks, driveways, and retaining walls for sewer and water access.

OUR PROJECTS

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We take pride in being one of the select service providers for Home Serve, a national company offering insurance for homeowners covering a range of sewer and water service issues.

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DES MOINES EXCAVATING

A Member of a Trusted Family of Services

Our clients appreciate the convenience of a single call to address their entire project needs, a unique advantage over competitors who only focus on excavation. As a sister company to Zippy Drain and Total Comfort Group, we offer all of the following services:

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Total Comfort Group

Expertise in plumbing, heating, and cooling solutions.

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Zippy Drain

Full-service drain cleaning, hydro jetting, descaling, video inspection, and utility location.

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Des Moines Excavating

The go-to solution for all excavation needs.

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