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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Tonopah - Updated Nov 2026

Blue Horizon Excavating & Grading
4.9(
28
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Tonopah, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired Jim to fill in our pool and remove a bunch of concrete from our backyard. He is very knowledgeable, professional, punctual, and price competitive. We are happy with the result and would definitely hire him again."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shepherd Contracting
5.0(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Tonopah, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Shepherd Contracting remodeled both of my bathrooms and installed new flooring throughout my entire house. Thomas was awesome! He was respectful, easy to work with, and offered way better pricing than other contractors I got estimates from, without compromising on quality. The work turned out 10/10, and I?ll definitely be using them again!"
My jobs
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+40

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Canyon Edge Excavating
5.0(
18
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Tonopah, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excavated for ICF pool. They truly take pride in every aspect of their work."
Water main install
Install new water main
Road cut
Road cut
BIOGRO

+12

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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American Works
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Tonopah, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was having issues with water getting into my house. With AVE They done yard grading ran my gutters to a dry well and redone my patio I have had no more water issues since their work. We have had very hard rains since then Most definitely will call them when we decide to redo our driveway."
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+6

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JJ’s Precision Excavation
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 Tonopah, AZ and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have known Mr. Jarvis for many years, he is an excellent equipment operator that decided to take the entrepreneur route to showcase his skills as a business venture. He can operate anything he was the go to guy for critical operations ot get the job done in a timely manner. He was the guy that was asked can this be accomplished and receive analytic feeedback. Easy to talk to down to earth personality."
Backyard level and extension.
Excavating Project
Backyard before
Excavating Project
Excavating Project

+45

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Morris Excavating
4.3(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Tonopah, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

"Well experienced and knowledgeable, careful with landscaping, very personable & businesslike. Quality work, and made sure I the customer was completely satisfied throughout progress of project and upon completion. Would recommend."
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation
Cattle guard
Cattle guard

+5

Response time3 days
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Thornton Plumbing & Water Treatment LLC
4.4(
41
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Tonopah, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I originally asked this company to come to my home because my hot water heater wasn't working or so I thought. It turned out to be "operator error", but since I was already thinking about getting a water softener, I asked for information. They are a no nonsense kind of company. They only install softeners that they actually use in their own homes. They are a small family owned company who are fast, efficient, and honest. I'm very pleased with the work they did and the price they quoted. No extra costs. Quality work."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Clark Concepts LLC
4.0(
41
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Tonopah, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He did an okay job with us. We had to remind him constantly. He was late. He didn't turn out to be a good fit for us. It wasn't major with us. We are smart enough to make sure we didn't give all the money upfront and got the work done. But, it became a little frustrating."
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+7

Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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