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Top-Rated Excavation pros in The Plains - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for WISEMAN EXCAVATION LLC
WISEMAN EXCAVATION LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving The Plains, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I really appreciate Brady’s availability and knowledge. He is my son, but this was no small job and his education and knowledge have been such a massive asset to getting my new home underway. He and his partners have shown up in a big way and done an incredible job with minimal notice."
Pad and Drainage
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K.C.UTILITY
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving The Plains, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hi my name is Cory Riley I?m a husband and a father of two boys, I started my company in 2023 I started out doing work for AT&T doing a lot of trench work and placing pipe. But I can offer many things such as land clearing, putting in new driveways, culverts, digging basements, pounds, or just simply digging a trench for placing pipe. I?ll go wherever the work is, I take pride in the work I do and love what I do, i treat every job as if I was doing it for myself. Hope to see you soon.

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Ohio Valley Land Clearing
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving The Plains, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

I specialize in land clearing and minor excavation, helping property owners turn raw land into usable space. With a strong work ethic and attention to detail, I handle each job efficiently and safely. From clearing brush to light excavation, I take pride in doing the job right and leaving customers with results they can rely on.

Hulets land management
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving The Plains, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

At Hulet’s Land Management, we’re committed to keeping your property clean, beautiful, and well-maintained. From land clearing to property upkeep, we take pride in delivering reliable, quality service you can count on. Your land, our passion — let us help bring your vision to life! 🌳💪

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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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.

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