Schmidt Excavating & Snow Removal
Excavating contractor
Serving Iowa City, IA
From Google Business Profile
4.9
19 Google reviews
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Google categories: Excavating contractor, Demolition contractor, Pressure washing service, Snow removal service
View on Google Maps →Last checked October 11, 2026.
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Recent Google reviews (excerpts)
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5 out of 5 stars · Jul 2025
Excellent work, clear communication, friendly service and a beautiful job of cleaning up afterwards. What more could you ask for? This is the man to hire!!!
5 out of 5 stars · Mar 2025
Jason and his boys did a great job removing old landscaping, tiling and grading our backyard. They were very mindful of our two dogs as they worked and were prompt on getting the job done.
5 out of 5 stars · Nov 2024
Jason and another employee showed up the day before to check out and discuss the job. The next day Jason showed up early and started right away. As the job went he made professional suggestions to not only get the most out of the equipment…
The owner replied to 0 of the 5 most recent reviews Google showed.
From Google Business Profile, last checked October 11, 2026.
About excavation contractors in Iowa City
Excavating contractors handle digging, grading, trenching and site preparation. Excavators dig foundations and basements, grade lots for drainage, trench for utilities and drain tile, install culverts, remove stumps and prepare sites for driveways and building pads.
Typical cost: $2,000–$15,000 for residential site work. See the full cost guide
Typical U.S. ranges from industry sources (2024–25); not EdgeLocal data. Your quote will vary with scope, materials and location.
Questions to ask this contractor
- Confirm utility locates: Contractors must call 811 before digging.
- Ask about drainage planning: Grading should move water away from structures.
- Clarify hauling: Confirm where excess soil goes.