Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Southfield, MI

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your excavation project in Southfield, MI?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY SOUTHFIELD, MI HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.6
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon32
    Verified excavation services reviews

Verified Reviews for Excavation pros in Southfield, MI

*The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Southfield, MI 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 Southfield, MI 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 April 28, 2026

Find Excavation pros in Southfield

Avatar for Exquisite Touch
Exquisite Touch
4.5(
30
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The best service and Jason was very knowledgeable about plumbing services and repairs. Thank you for your help. Mechelle"
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Bathroom remodel
Remodel
Handymen Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+26

Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for Mich-i-Gone Junk Removal, LLC
Mich-i-Gone Junk Removal, LLC
5.0(
52
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Perfect gentlemen Very helpful I would give information about the company to others"
Misc jobs
Misc jobs
Misc jobs
Jungle Java
Jungle Java

+3

30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for MiScape
MiScape
5.0(
24
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service was excellent!! *chef’s kiss* My front shrubs were manicured perfectly and they completed a border around my trees."
Mulching
Final Product and Cover Photo for Project
Final Product and Cover Photo for Project
Final Product and Cover Photo for Project
Landscaping Project

+45

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for Penguin Junk Removal, LLC
Penguin Junk Removal, LLC
5.0(
39
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a deck project with a bunch of leftover debris. It was all cleaned up beautifully! Workers were not only efficient but very pleasant!"
Penguin Team
Penguin Truck 1
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for Xtreme Excavation & Grading
Xtreme Excavation & Grading
5.0(
6
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did a great job had some grading and some stump removal on my land so I could till and plant food plots. Made it way easier on me."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for Allor Contracting
Allor Contracting
5.0(
8
)
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Complete bathroom remodel in 6 days! Great work, fair price. They were clean and in fact cleaned up at the end of each day to minimize the overall mess impact which was truly appreciated. Knowledgeable and offered creative ideas that we were able to use. Accessible as well after hours. They will be our go to for any future projects. Five stars!!"
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+13

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for Browning Family Landscaping & Lawn Care -
Browning Family Landscaping & Lawn Care -
4.3(
51
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great job! They arrived promptly, they were thorough, professional and my lawn looks great! I would definitely hire them again!"
Simple Flowerbed Design
Simple flowerbed
Simple flowerbed
Retainer wall
Ratainer Wall

+28

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Monty Home Solutions L.L.C.
Monty Home Solutions L.L.C.
4.6(
26
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had my whole kitchen remodeled. They do awesome tiles and beautiful work. Installed a hood fan over stove. Great people!!! Decent prices. Easy to work with. 100% trust in their help. Extremely helpful."
Living Room Before
Kitchen & Living Room Before
Hallway Before
Bedroom Before
Guest Bathroom Before

+9

Response time3 days
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for GreenTHUMB Lawn and Landscape
GreenTHUMB Lawn and Landscape
4.7(
8
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have never had the privilege to work with such an amazing company. Iâ m 100% satisfied. They are so tuned in to what you are saying. They are very knowledgeable,very easy to communicate with and very accommodating. Very clean workers,very respectful, There is not one thing I would of changed. They all have wonderful personalities , great sense of humor, and very hard and dedicated workers."
Response time11 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for S & E Hardscape and Landscaping Services LLC
S & E Hardscape and Landscaping Services LLC
4.7(
10
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Erick and his crew did an excellent job grading and installing sod in our backyard. They worked efficiently and cleaned up the yard, driveway and street before leaving. We highly recommend them. Many thanks!"
Front Yard Landscape
Front Yard Landscape
Front Yard Landscape
Front Yard Landscape
Front Yard Landscape

+2

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Request Quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 276
Excavating questions, answered by experts

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

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.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

The Southfield, MI homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles