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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Golden - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
4.7(
223
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AP Excavating installed a drinking post for our horses and replaced a water hydrant. Wonderful father and sons family business - great to work with them and their crew. I was impressed with the quality of work and their commitment to making sure they exceeded our expectations. I will be using them for our next projects: entry gate, trenching work and landscaping driveway island. Thank you AP Excavating!"
Pine Tree
Start of Project
AP Bucket Truck
Midway Point
Ground Work

+21

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for D & D Tree Service & Landscape
D & D Tree Service & Landscape
4.7(
106
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Welcome to D&D Tree and Landscape. We are two brothers who share a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces. With our extensive experience in the industry, we have earned a reputation for delivering top-notch tree and landscape services to our clients. Our ultimate objective is to surpass your expectations and transform your outdoor vision into a reality. Thank you for considering us for your next project!

dndtrees.com
Backyard Landscaping
Deck & Concrete
Summer Vibes
Response time1 day
151 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
Cruz Landscaping, LLC
4.6(
147
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Project: Excavating, grading/resloping and reconstructing a drainage swale in front of our house. I highly recommend Cruz Landscaping LLC. They are a first class company that demonstrated professionalism and extensive practical experience throughout the project. They were very fair on pricing and delivered exactly what was in the contract on time and within budget. In fact,they went above and beyond what was in the contract to ensure that we were happy with the final product. An absolute great family operation."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Empire Landscapes
Empire Landscapes
4.6(
65
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have over 17 years of industry experience, and are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your Heating, Air Conditioning, Landscaping, Hardscaping, Sprinklers, Excavation, and Outdoor living needs. Our foundation is built on honesty and integrity. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction!

Driveways - Concrete Project
Concrete driveway replacement
Old leaning wood ties wall
Garage concrete floor
Landscaping Project

+214

Response time1 day
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for MJR Excavating LLC
MJR Excavating LLC
4.8(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I needed a trench dug between my house and my garage for an electrician to run power to my garage. Martin’s bid for the project was far more affordable than the other companies. He answered all my questions with patience. He provided a very complete contract and was very open to modifying it when the job became a bit more complicated. He and his crew arrived on schedule and completed the job in 3 hours. Perhaps most tellingly, he found an important buried line in the path the trench took and skillfully worked around it, avoiding any damage. This attention to detail avoided complications and was greatly appreciated. When needed, I will be hiring MJR excavation again."
EP Driveway Erosion
Concrete sawcutting/excav
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for KAVOD Excavation LLC
KAVOD Excavation 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 Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kavod came in for several projects that ranged from site excavation and grading, to wall building, and even demolition . They are easy to work with and even easier to communicate with. They are great business owners and incredible people. Keep up the great work!"
Sedelia Custom home
Arvada custom home
Denver polo club
Ravenna custom home
Castle pines utilities

+2

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Larry’s Legacy Landworks
Larry’s Legacy Landworks
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

I specialize in building simple, high-quality backyard spaces like pergolas and outdoor living areas, along with select interior projects like tile, flooring, and drywall repair. My goal is to create clean, functional spaces that make your home more enjoyable to use. I take on a limited number of projects to ensure quality and attention to detail.

Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Drywall skim coat
Shower Door Instillation

+4

Avatar for Wild Basin Landscape & Designs
Wild Basin Landscape & Designs
5.0(
19
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Before removal
Black Mulch
Side Space
Side space 2
Front Bed

+27

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for The Handy Squad
The Handy Squad
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

The Handy Squad is a team of professionals with different kinds of skills ready to solution many Handyman necessities in home or office; We have experience in many projects of different areas, fixing, repairing, changing or just giving adjustments.\n\nOur experience working in Schools, Homes, Offices, Buildings and more gave us the purpose to offer maintenance services at more places, to help at our community with handyman services.\n\n¡We trust in the good service as a key and that's our plan!

Furniture
Furniture
Furniture
Furniture
Furniture

+7

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for MACKLAND, LLC
MACKLAND, LLC
5.0(
7
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

MACKLAND LLC is your go to team of professionals for demolition, excavation and landscape restoration projects. When performance counts call MACKLAND LLC! Here is a list of some of our services. We specialize in pool removals. \n \nDemolition Services: \nSwimming Pools, Houses, Garages, Concrete Removal \n \nUtilities Trenching: \nWater Lines, Sewer Lines and Gas Lines \n \nSite Preparation: \nGrading, Drainage, and Culverts \n \nExcavation: \nBasements, Foundations, Footers, Helical Piers, Swimming Pools, Ponds, Retaining Walls, Fill Dirt and Back Fill \n \nMACKLAND LLC is a leading expert in swimming pool removals and swimming pool conversions.

Pool Removal
Lakewood Pool Removal
Lakewood Pool Removal
Pool Removal Drawing
Swimming Pool Removal

+6

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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