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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Carefree - Updated Nov 2026

Blue Horizon Excavating & Grading
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"The cutting and removal was done quickly and exactly the way we wanted it done. It was a tricky cut but it was done perfectly. I would hire them again because they were on time and made sure there were no surprises."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shepherd Contracting
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We recently had vinyl plank flooring installed in our living room and hallway, and I couldn’t be happier with the results! From the very beginning, Shepherds Contracting was transparent, informative, and fair with pricing. The installation itself was seamless—no gaps, no mess, and absolutely no stress. The craftsmanship and professionalism truly stood out. If you’re looking for a company that delivers quality work with care and integrity, Shepherds Contracting is it!"
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Chip's Tree Service
4.3(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work on removing a large acacia tree including stump removal. They also planted two new trees and installed the water system. New trees are thriving. It’s been three years. The crew completed the jobs in a half day and were very tidy. A little high on price, but worth it."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
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Campbell Excavation
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Campbell is locally owned and operated. We pride ourselves on prompt responses, character and quality of work. We can handle everything from land clearing, grading, demolition and all aspects of debris hauling.

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Flat Earth Grading, LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cant say enough about the professionalism Steven and Luis showed us professionalism from the beginning to the end of the project. They did an amazing job on our grading project. Will refer Flat Earth Grading to friends and family. Thank you for helping us with this project."
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Response time2 days
Response rate93%
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Royster Construction Company, LLC
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 35 years of experience serving the Scottsdale area, ROYSTER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LLC is the solution for all your Excavation needs. \n \nWe take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. \n \nWe make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! \n \n

Response time30 mins
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H-Bros Excavating & Construction LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Carefree, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have worked with many contractors over the years and H-Bros Excavating is by far the best experience I have ever had. They showed up when they said they would to provide an estimate. They started the job at the time they said they would. They kept me informed of the progress, what was going to be needed, each next step, and met the completion time they projected. When they were almost done, I found that I had not communicated exactly what I needed and it wasn't done quite the way I had intended. After I was clear on what it was I wanted, without a blink, sour word, or any frustration, they simply went to work to give me what I wanted. The entire mistake was mine for not being clear and yet they were happy to fix what was almost done. All of this and the final bill was exactly what I had been originally quoted. You will not fine a more professional or personable company anywhere. Their attention to detail and desire to provide me with what I wanted is unparalled. I will use them again and I will recommend them to anyone needed an excavating company. You will not be disappointed. Dan"
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

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