Summary
Clearing the city council manhole in Remuera involved removing approximately 30cm of soil from an 80cm square recessed area so the customer's plumber could access the manhole. The concrete lid needed to remain intact and undisturbed, with the soil to be bucketed or shovelled out and moved by wheelbarrow to the driveway or spread around the garden under the plants. The task received seven offers and was assigned for $150. The customer needed the work completed in time for their plumber, and the assigned professional accommodated the requested timing. The local professional excavated carefully around moist, uneven soil and visible pooling, taking care not to disturb the concrete lid. Soil was bucketed and wheelbarrowed along the path and spread where requested, restoring clear manhole access. The job earned a 5/5 rating, and the customer noted the professional was accommodating to the plumber's timing and even brought his daughter, who helped in the garden. Access for the plumbing work was restored, and the area was left clean and ready for the next steps.
Final Cost
150
Completed on
16 Sep 2026
Location
Auckland
Completed by
Joseph
Auckland 1050, New Zealand
Customer Review
5.0
Joseph was more than accommodating by going out of his way to get the job done at a time that suited my plumber. He did everything and more that I asked him to do. I couldn't recommend him highly enough. He also brought his lovely daughter with him and she helped me in the garden while her Dad was working. Thanks :)
- Sheryn
#34093
• Removals Services
I have a small digging job in Remuera I need approximately 30cm (depth) of soil moved from an 80cm square recessed area around a small water manhole so it can be accessed by my plumber. It's about 80cm below lawn level. The concrete manhole lid it to remain intact and must not be open or disturbed. The soil then needs to be bucketed and / or shovelled out and wheelbarrowed along a path to the driveway or spread around the garden under the plants.
