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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Cleveland - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Too Tall Grading
Too Tall Grading
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Cleveland, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ed was the first person to reply to any of my inquiries. He showed up quickly to assess the job and provide an estimate. He kept me informed as the schedule changed due to weather. He finished a great job today. He is friendly, professional, and honest. And he does great work."
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Response time3 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for A.C. Earthworks
A.C. Earthworks
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"A.C. Earthworks was great to work with from start to finish. They kept me informed throughout the entire process, explained their plan clearly, and followed through on everything they promised. I’m very happy with the quality of their work and would definitely use them again for future projects."
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for 4 Way Land Solutions LLC
4 Way Land Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience with this landscaping professional. From the beginning, they were very professional, respectful, and easy to communicate with. They showed up on time, paid attention to detail, and did an excellent job making sure everything looked clean and well-maintained. I was very pleased with the quality of their work and how efficiently the job was completed. I would definitely recommend their services to anyone looking for reliable and professional landscaping work."
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Avatar for Looper Residential Construction Management
Looper Residential Construction Management
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

"Noah provided me a quote and was able to come out the next day to take care of my removal. He was perfectly on time, professional, and friendly. I would definitely use his company again for future projects. Thanks!"
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Polatty Landscaping & Lawncare
Polatty Landscaping & Lawncare
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, \nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best \nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look \nforward to earning your business!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Joseph Conner
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I have been in road construction for 13 years and have a full time job. I have a 1.5 ton excavator that I own myself that I can do smaller landscaping jobs with on the side I.e. land clearing, ditch cleaning/clearing, or small junk removal. I also have a couple of lawn mowers and weed eaters as well as chainsaws

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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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.

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 digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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