Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Salem, AL

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your excavation project in Salem, AL?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY SALEM, AL HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.9
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon22
    Verified excavation services reviews

Find Excavation pros in Salem

Avatar for Cedar Flats: A Fence Company
Cedar Flats: A Fence Company
5.0(
11
)

Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job when they came out and installed the fence Everything looked great and it was done in a timely fashion. My fence looks so good even a couple of my neighbors complemented us on it. The price was very affordable and we didn't feel like we were being taken advantage of. I would highly recommend you guys you anyone who wants a quality fence. Thank you so much."
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
Matthew and Jody's Tree Service LLC
4.6(
10
)

Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a gas line installed at my house and asked them about sump grinding. They said Matthew & Joey Tree Service and several other companies.  I went in and checked Angies List and they were 1st on the list of two. Called them, they were here in less than 10 minutes, gave me a good price and the stump was gone. Total time from being told about them to job finished was about 30 minutes. Can't beat that. Fast, good job, good price. I'll use them again.
"
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Midland Siteworks
Midland Siteworks
5.0(
1
)

Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Midland Siteworks has 20+ years of grading and excavation experience. We offer a wide range of site work to include demolition, minor and major sitework, building site clearing, pond construction, firebreaks, culverts, and drainage solutions.\n\n\n\n\n

BEFORE CLEARING PASTURE
AFTER VIEW
AFTER VIEW AT SUNSET
Burnt House Demolition
Duplex Demolition

+5

Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for EKNJ
EKNJ
1.0(
1
)

Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Welcome to EKNJ LLC ? your trusted partner for transforming homes inside and out.\n\nAt EKNJ LLC, we specialize in home remodeling and landscaping services designed to enhance the beauty, comfort, and value of your property. Whether you?re updating a kitchen, renovating a bathroom, refreshing your outdoor space, or planning a complete property makeover, we bring craftsmanship, reliability, and attention to detail to every project.\n\nWe understand that your home is one of your biggest investments. That?s why we work closely with every customer to deliver results that match your vision, budget.

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Lara & Son Lawn care
New to Angi

Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

I’ve been working in landscaping for 5-6 years with my father and he has more than 20 years of experience in landscaping. We are a family owned business and my father has worked for two landscaping companies and those companies are Montgomery landscaping and Golden Landscapes. We've done irrigation and drainage work in multiple locations in alabama, we also do trimming, mulch, and straw. We do work in Montgomery, Wetumpka, Prattville, Millbrook, Alabaster, and any other city in the state of Alabama. We are very well versed in trimming ,irrigation and drainage systems, and laying sod and installing shrubs, trees and flowers. We take pride in our work and we cater to every aspect of what the client asks of us and we always ask for the clients opinion of the project before we finish. I believe we should be hired because of are amazing work ethic and experience we have in doing landscaping and our top priority will be to satisfy all clients with any project they have for us to complete.

Avatar for Heath Landscaping LLC
Heath Landscaping LLC
New to Angi

Serving Salem, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Heath Landscaping provides professional lawn maintenance and complete landscape installation services in Auburn, Opelika, and nearby areas. From recurring mowing and property upkeep to full landscape renovations, we help homeowners keep their properties clean, functional, and attractive. We offer mowing, trimming, edging, mulch, pine straw, pruning, cleanups, sod, plant installation, and landscape upgrades with a focus on quality, reliability, and attention to detail.\n

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 104
Excavating questions, answered by experts

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

The Salem, AL homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.