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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Lorain - Updated Nov 2026

Restivo Excavating, LLC
5.0(
7
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I could not agree more with the other positive reviews. Tom and his crew were honest and diligent. Tom was up front about how bad off our situation was and was able to clearly explain how he would fix it without out ever pressuring a sale. He finished with in the time frame he said even with the bad weather and with set backs due to how my system was set up. His work and customer service speaks for it's self. I put a lot of trust in him with this huge investment to my home and I would hire him again. I will most definitely be recommending him to friends who need waterproofing work."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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NP Landscaping, LLC
4.4(
43
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Juan to do a firepit in my back yard. It was muddy and a bit on a slope. They came in evened things out put down the patio and fire pit and came back with dirt to fix the ares that were damaged by the tires from wheel barrels, ect. Very happy with the end product, Wish I had made it a little bigger. Would hire again!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
Top Notch Logging, LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Top notch land and lot clearing did a great job clearing my lots. They were very prompt in reaching out when I did an online inquiry. They had someone out to do an estimate the next day. I was able to book the job and they had equipment out with in the next two days to do the job. They were very reasonable with pricing that I was actually surprised. The two gentlemen that came out and did the work were very professional and seemed very experienced. I would recommend them to anyone."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Lakeside Excavating & Concrete, LLC
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had them redo my gravel driveway. They dug out the old stone and dirt since my driveway was flooding. They graded it, brought in new stone, and spread it evenly. He was on time and reasonably priced. I was happy with the final result and would hire him again."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mud Dawg Concrete
4.8(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very fast and professional, Mud Dawg Concrete fixed my sidewalk last weekend. My sidewalk now is safe for my children and other children in the neighborhood from tripping & falling from a uneven surface & all of this was very cheap & done in fast pace 10/10 best work I?ve seen! Thanks to everyone who helped at Mud Dawg Concrete! My family & community appreciates the hard work, genuineness and compassion you guys carry in this company."
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Driveway
Front Porch
Driveway
Stamped Patio

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Hemenway Land Enhancement
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Shane and his crew went above and beyond to completely exceed our expectations not only in getting our concrete job and driveway work done in a very timely manner...but also in taking the extra time to really finish the job with a decorative texture that looks amazing and will last a long time. We highly recommend Shane Hemenway and his crew for your home concrete work."
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

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