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42 *The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Lake Forest, IL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.
*The HomeAdvisor rating for Excavation companies in Lake Forest, IL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Excavation needs.
Last update on February 01, 2026
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Tino and JK did a great job assisting us with the complete demolition of a single story house. Very easy to communicate with and completed the work with minimal dust and debris. Would definitely recommend."
+11
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Great family business, hard working guys finished big retaining wall project sooner than expected and on budget. Great communication throughout the process, showed up on time, very knowledgeable. Took extra steps to make everything look nice as well as functional. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable and experienced contractor!"
+3
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The workers did everything asked of them. Cleaned up my area so well you couldn't tell they worked in the very same area!!! Will use and recommend them to anybody. Great job!!"
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Excellent work with catastrophic tree damage due to huge windstormâ ¦ Hard and thorough workers!"
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We are new homeowners and had a hole in our septic tank made of concrete block, which was sending wastewater into the foundation/basement of the home. It was my first time using Angie's List, and I would recommend Illinois Sewer and Drain to anyone. Joe and his team of experts solved our issue immediately at an affordable price. They even went above and beyond to install a sump pump in our basement to help with the rain water. Quality work!!"
+23
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Jose from Greentrail was very responsive to our request. The prices were very competitive and fair! Also, the team showed great pride in their work. Highly recommend using them for all your landscaping needs! Most importantly, he kept us informed on scheduling communication was excellent!"
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Unique Landscaping basically did a renovation of my yard- taking out all trees, leveling it out, and putting down all new sod. It looks amazing and we would definitely hire them again!"
+452
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We recently had a large retaining wall built in our backyard. We worked with Hernandez Brothers of Mundelein landscaping and I HIGHLY recommend them! They were extremely responsible, pleasant and reasonable! Do not hesitate call them for any projects!"
+3
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Fermin did an excellent job painting 4 of our bedrooms recently. He completed the jobs in a timely manner and our rooms look great! Will definitely hire again."
Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Demolished oversized garage and cleaned up various debris around property. Great job!!!!"
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