This report provides a comprehensive analysis of excavation cost per hour for 2025, aggregating data from authoritative industry sources to deliver verified cost benchmarks across the United States, with specific emphasis on Texas and the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. All figures represent current market pricing, cross-referenced against industry standards to ensure accuracy for contractors, developers, […]
From October 2025 through November 2025, our research team analyzed land clearing pricing data from excavation contractors, industry cost databases, and national surveys across the United States. We compiled verified cost data from multiple authoritative sources including Angi, HomeGuide, Homewyse, and regional contractor databases to provide property owners and developers with accurate land clearing cost […]
Average Excavation Productivity Rate: 2025 Industry Benchmarks & Performance Data Excavation productivity directly impacts project timelines, labor costs, and profitability for contractors. Industry data consistently shows that excavation productivity rates can vary by 300% or more depending on equipment size, soil conditions, and operator experience[1]. Understanding these benchmarks allows excavation and utility contractors to estimate […]
In September 2025, our research team conducted a comprehensive study of land clearing companies across Texas. We analyzed 47 companies using the following weighted factors: • Location Coverage (25%) – Geographic service areas and regional expertise across Texas • Service Diversification (25%) – Range of services beyond basic land clearing, including turnkey solutions • Project […]
Our research team compiled and analyzed population growth data to create a report on Texas’s fastest growing cities in 2025. Texas leads the nation in population growth, with 7 of the 15 fastest-growing cities in the U.S., according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Vintage 2024 estimates (released May 2025). This concentrated growth is driving billions […]
Texas Infrastructure Investment: 2025 Report Between August 2024 and October 2025, our research team analyzed the most comprehensive dataset to date on Texas infrastructure investment and spending across transportation, water, energy, and digital sectors. Drawing from official state budget documents, federal allocations, and infrastructure assessment reports, this study establishes a clear picture of how the […]
From September through December 2024, our research team at Kitching & Co. DirtworX analyzed excavation pricing data across the United States, compiling cost information from over 150 contractors in five major regions. This comprehensive dataset examines regional variations in excavation costs per cubic yard, soil type impacts, and equipment requirements to provide industry benchmarks. Our […]
Dallas-Fort Worth is one of the fastest-growing construction markets in the U.S., with excavation companies playing a central role in preparing land for development. To help contractors and developers identify the most capable partners, our research team conducted a comprehensive review of leading excavation firms in the region. We evaluated each company using a proprietary […]
Between January 12 – August 28, 2025, our research team analyzed excavation safety data from construction sites across 42 US states, compiling statistics from over 2,400 excavation projects. This study establishes proprietary, data-driven benchmarks for excavation safety to support reliable comparisons across projects and regions. Excavation work represents one of the most hazardous activities in […]
