Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Keene, NH

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your excavation project in Keene, NH?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY KEENE, NH HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.9
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon16
    Verified excavation services reviews

Verified Reviews for Excavation pros in Keene, NH

*The Angi rating for Excavation companies in Keene, NH 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 Keene, NH 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 June 25, 2026

Find Excavation pros in Keene

Avatar for The Handyman Company
The Handyman Company
4.9(
11
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Keene, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys are the BEST! Fast, efficient, good natured, innovative and the highest quality of craftsmanship! Project started just to fix woodshed, however it was too far gone so it came down. I saw visions of new project same time Ian did. He drew up plans the next day and I now have a woodshed and screened in back porch. I wanted them to preserve the integrity of my old house and use as much from the old woodshed as possible, barn siding, windows and church pews that came out of the house when converted from a church in 1836. So amazing! Thank you!"
Tear out and clean up debris
Taking out old cabinets
Tile installation
sheetrock/tile
Custom Cabinets

+68

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Faulkner Driveway Repair and Trees, LLC
Faulkner Driveway Repair and Trees, LLC
4.8(
25
)
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Keene, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to do some excavation work and to put in a drainage system because of excessive water accumulating in my basement and yard every time it rained, I was very happy with the results,they solved all of my issues"
In process
Drainage Work
Topped and Graded
Completed
Compacted

+24

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Lake Excavation, LLC
Lake Excavation, LLC
5.0(
4
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Keene, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Joe was great to work with. He did exactly what I asked for and went above and beyond with some material that was left over. I would definitely hire him again."
Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Request Quote
Avatar for Cornerstone Excavation LLC
Cornerstone Excavation LLC
5.0(
5
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Keene, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cornerstone Excavation did a great job definitely recommend."
Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Avatar for ES Landscaping
ES Landscaping
5.0(
3
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Keene, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Highly recommend! Easy, timely, thorough and cost effective. Will definitely call on Ethan again for additional projects."
Response time9 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Request Quote
Mossman Land Management
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Keene, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

-Grading \n-Excavation\n-Drainage \n-Seeding\n-Material removal\n-Fencing \n\nWe work hard as a team to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. With a reliable and dedicated team, we look forward to working with you on your next project. All questions and or inquires are always welcome!\n\nWe specialize in grading, drainage, excavation, fencing, landscape design/ideas, and general lawn maintenance.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
Alliance company
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Keene, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Owned and operated by Jide Williams, Alliance is a full-service site preparation and excavation company. We specialize in transforming raw land into build-ready sites through expert grading, land clearing, and demolition. Whether you need materials delivered, debris hauled out, or complex tank and stump removal, we provide the heavy equipment and the "lead contractor" expertise to keep your project on schedule and on budget.

Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Process
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

+33

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
...
Showing 1-10 of 93
Excavating questions, answered by experts

The rules and regulations regarding groundwater use vary between states. To find out if you can dig a well on your property, you’ll have to consult these regulations, address any compliance requirements, and get the appropriate permits. It’s also important to check that your intended location has the right geology and water table to support a well.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

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.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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.

The Keene, NH 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