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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Ashford - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Strickland Landscaping and Irrigation
Strickland Landscaping and Irrigation
4.9(
18
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ashford, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"George with Strickland Landscaping and Irrigation was extremely easy to work with and accommodating for my project. They did a great job forming handicap ramps for the front and side door of my business, in addition to placing the bollards and a little concrete work on the inside of the building. I look forward to working with them on additional projects in the future."
Empty Lot clean up
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+10

Response time5 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Preferred Excavation
Preferred Excavation
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Ashford, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I can’t say enough good things about Preferred Excavation and the work they do! Very good with communication! Very reasonable and fair pricing! No surprises! I have hired them to do a second job because I was so impressed with the first job they did!"
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Z & Z Treez
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ashford, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Courteous, task oriented, worked safely, respected our property. Cut down a 50 plus foot lightning struck pine and several large limbs over the driveway. Took extra time to shape the area over the driveway. Will definately hire them again for future tree removal."
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JDEV CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Ashford, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Antonio was very good. He knows his job and always executes to perfection every single time! He was very professional and took good care of the property and the project. Kudos to him!"
Stair Remodel
Stair Remodel
Stair Remodel
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
Avatar for LPT Construction, LLC
LPT Construction, LLC
4.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Ashford, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"The owner, Hobie, went above and beyond to make sure we were given a quality building. He was always accessible by phone when needed and answered all of my questions. It was a very professional experience and I would recommend him and his co to anyone needing this service."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Branching Out Services of NW Florida LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Ashford, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

Branching Out Services of NW Florida LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Abandoned Treasures
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Ashford, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Abandoned Treasures — We Haul It Away, So You Don’t Have To!\n\nGot junk? We’ve got you covered! Abandoned Treasures makes it easy to reclaim your space by hauling away unwanted furniture, appliances, household items, garage clutter, storage unit leftovers, and just about anything else you need gone.\n\nWhether you’re cleaning out a home, garage, estate, rental property, or storage unit, we do the heavy lifting from start to finish.\n\nAnd here’s what makes us different: we don’t just haul it—we hunt for the treasure hiding in the trash. Items that still have life left in them may be cleaned up, repurposed, donated, or given a second chance instead of heading straight to the landfill.\n\nYou clear the clutter. We uncover the treasures.\n\n📦 Cleanouts • Junk Removal • Storage Units • Estate Cleanouts • Furniture Removal • Appliance Removal\n\nAbandoned Treasures — One person’s junk can be another person’s treasure!

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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

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