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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Atlanta - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for The Bush Doctor LLC
The Bush Doctor LLC
5.0(
21
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jonathan and his team were as close to perfection as it gets. It’s obviously that he is a very knowledgeable landscaper with formal education in the industry. His recommendations help bring our vision to life. The project was a difficult one, so I’m glad I found someone competent to perform the job. I highly recommend his services and will definitely use him again."
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
Avatar for The Brothers General Contracting and Landscaping
The Brothers General Contracting and Landscaping
4.6(
143
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I bought my house a few years ago and always planned to redo the front garden. I wasnâ t in a place where I could pull everything up myself so I hired The Brothers to demo my front garden and give me the clean slate to plant my dream garden. Itâ s a small project but one Iâ m glad they handled. They were very communicative and responsive to all my questions. Iâ ll definitely be in touch with other projects I have planned."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Evergreen Oasis, LLC
Evergreen Oasis, LLC
4.3(
198
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Atlas tree Service did a terrific job digging a French drain, replacing a dead holly tree, and trimming up a large oak tree for me. The drain is working beautifully and the sod looks beautiful. I would recommend them highly."
Lanscaping Project In Decatur
Retaining wall install
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Install
Hardscaping Install

+31

Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
199 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for GreenMen Landscape Services, LLC
GreenMen Landscape Services, LLC
5.0(
14
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Darius and The GreenMen team did a great job! They were timely in responding to my inquiry, scheduled the work to happen within a week and got it done in no time! I’ll be calling them for future landscaping and hardscaping services in the future!"
Backyard Patio
Backyard Patio
Backyard Patio
Backyard Patio
Synthetic turf

+2

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Avatar for Final House Construction LLC
Final House Construction LLC
4.6(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired William to remove a wood arbor/pergola that was part of the house's original construction. We are extremely pleased with the professionalism, speed, finish work, and communication throughout. William and Camilla were on site to supervise their crew and ensure no detail was overlooked. We can't tell the original structure was ever there. In addition, we were given suggestions regarding other needed maintenance. We will definitely contact this company first for future projects. Very nice people to work with."
MARIETTA GA SIDING AND DECK JOB
MARIETTA SIDING AND DECK
MARIETTA SIDING AND DECK
MARIETTA SIDING AND DECK
SMYRNA GABLE RENOVATION

+57

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for DYG Landscaping, LLC
DYG Landscaping, LLC
4.5(
29
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Daniel, the owner, responds so quickly and is great with follow up. He kept me advised when the need came up to change the schedule due to rain. His crew was great too. Cleaned up the work site and the sod was excellent quality. I highly recommend this business."
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Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Ortiz Landscaping Services
Ortiz Landscaping Services
4.1(
158
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work was performed very fast, four days on site.  first day demo and removal of bad wood, Second fixing wall, adding draining; third finalizing wall and replacing top rail.  Final day was creating a dry rock bed to divert water away from outdoor living space.  Filipe came back and walked through the steps.  He showed me what was changed and which areas he fixed.  Easy to work with, fast.
I'd consider him for other work.
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+33

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Bigman Bobcat & Tractor Service, LLC
Bigman Bobcat & Tractor Service, LLC
4.6(
18
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Bigman Bobcat exceeded expectations. Larry was incredibly organized and professional upfront. Quotes and invoices were clear and detailed (big plus for me based on other experiences I've had on home repairs). Larry was flexible when I changed my mind for the type of gravel I wanted and arranged the ordering and delivery for my gravel and sod. Graded the backyard, prepped and laid the sod, laid the gravel. My backyard was covered in kudzu and weeds after years of neglect. Larry and his guys were SO detail oriented and cleared all of it! Great to work with and I highly recommend!"
Yard before restoration
Grading
Grading
Grading
Finished wall and play area

+9

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

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.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

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