Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Appleton, WI

Enter your ZIP and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your excavation project in Appleton, WI?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY APPLETON, WI HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.2
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon10
    Verified excavation services reviews

Find Excavation pros in Appleton

Avatar for New Paradigm Companies, LLC

New Paradigm Companies, LLC

5301 Everbreeze Drive
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro

New Paradigm Companies, LLC

5301 Everbreeze Drive
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

New Paradigm Companies has been offering grading and drainage solutions, earthworks services, and construction services in the Fox Valley since 2020. New Paradigm Companies (NPC), was founded by a tenured environmental and building professional with over 15 years experience who had a dream to create a firm that addressed building performance and sustainability needs in the construction and earthworks industry in order to provide sound scientific solutions to improve our homes and land. The idea of "New Paradigm" came about as our desire to change the thought process in the home building industry as well as how we look at and manage our habitats and land. The term "paradigm" is essentially a deep ceded thought process (think of the term, "This is the way we always do that"). That statement essentially encompasses a "paradigm" or a set of values or ethos that we have. We want to change the way we think about our homes and habitats as a more comprehensive and holistic management system instead of our task focused system currently in place... thus "New Paradigm".

"Excellent work and very professional. Chris is very knowledgeable, has excellent equipment to complete a wide variety of excavating, earthwork and landscaping projects."

Randall E on May 2024

New Paradigm Companies has been offering grading and drainage solutions, earthworks services, and construction services in the Fox Valley since 2020. New Paradigm Companies (NPC), was founded by a tenured environmental and building professional with over 15 years experience who had a dream to create a firm that addressed building performance and sustainability needs in the construction and earthworks industry in order to provide sound scientific solutions to improve our homes and land. The idea of "New Paradigm" came about as our desire to change the thought process in the home building industry as well as how we look at and manage our habitats and land. The term "paradigm" is essentially a deep ceded thought process (think of the term, "This is the way we always do that"). That statement essentially encompasses a "paradigm" or a set of values or ethos that we have. We want to change the way we think about our homes and habitats as a more comprehensive and holistic management system instead of our task focused system currently in place... thus "New Paradigm".

"Excellent work and very professional. Chris is very knowledgeable, has excellent equipment to complete a wide variety of excavating, earthwork and landscaping projects."

Randall E on May 2024


Avatar for Optimal Terrain

Optimal Terrain

5285 County Road K
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro

Optimal Terrain

5285 County Road K
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Optimal Terrain takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Needed the dirt on the side of my garage leveled for a camper. Very nice work and reasonably priced. I would highly recommend them."

Heidi H on October 2025

Optimal Terrain takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Needed the dirt on the side of my garage leveled for a camper. Very nice work and reasonably priced. I would highly recommend them."

Heidi H on October 2025


Avatar for EGS Property Management LLC

EGS Property Management LLC

1713 W GREENLAWN LN
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro

EGS Property Management LLC

1713 W GREENLAWN LN
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
14 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"EGS did an amazing job! They went above and beyond when they was on site. We have definitely recommended them!"

Robert H on August 2025

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"EGS did an amazing job! They went above and beyond when they was on site. We have definitely recommended them!"

Robert H on August 2025



Avatar for Bauman Grading and Landscaping

Bauman Grading and Landscaping

N3460 12 Corners Road
5.00(
1
)

Bauman Grading and Landscaping

N3460 12 Corners Road
5.00(
1
)
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Landscaping & Grading services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Great, clean up and haul away wood"

Judy M on June 2024

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Landscaping & Grading services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Great, clean up and haul away wood"

Judy M on June 2024


Avatar for EGS Property Management LLC

EGS Property Management LLC

5.00(
1
)

EGS Property Management LLC

5.00(
1
)
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

EGS Property Management LLC specializes in Custom Landscaping, Dirt Driveway Repair, Lawn Mowing Services, Clearing and Grubbing & Finish Work with heavy equipment. We are a New Business but has been around the trade since a young age. Please give us a call, text or email and we will give you a honest, free and competitive quote today.

"He did an amazing job and was a perfectionist when it came to the yard and landscaping. I couldn't be happier with how my yard looks and being able to enjoy my backyard with the warmer weather coming back. ???"

Katelyn B on May 2024

EGS Property Management LLC specializes in Custom Landscaping, Dirt Driveway Repair, Lawn Mowing Services, Clearing and Grubbing & Finish Work with heavy equipment. We are a New Business but has been around the trade since a young age. Please give us a call, text or email and we will give you a honest, free and competitive quote today.

"He did an amazing job and was a perfectionist when it came to the yard and landscaping. I couldn't be happier with how my yard looks and being able to enjoy my backyard with the warmer weather coming back. ???"

Katelyn B on May 2024



Avatar for Fox River Excavation & Landscape

Fox River Excavation & Landscape

No reviews yet

Fox River Excavation & Landscape

No reviews yet
1 years of experience

We are an upcoming locally located excavation and landscaping business. We specialize in gravel driveways, landscaping berms, land clearing and leveling, tree planting, lawn leveling, and seeding.

We are an upcoming locally located excavation and landscaping business. We specialize in gravel driveways, landscaping berms, land clearing and leveling, tree planting, lawn leveling, and seeding.


Bay Area Land Management, LLC

N7310 Red Willow PKWY
No reviews yet

Bay Area Land Management, LLC

N7310 Red Willow PKWY
No reviews yet
13 years of experience

Bay Area Land Management specializes in forestry mulching. land clearing, grading, excavating, lawn installation, drainage correction, landscaping, pond maintenance, stump grinding and firewood sales. We are located in Oneida, WI and service Outagamie County, Brown County, Kewaunee County, Door County, and Shawano County.

Bay Area Land Management specializes in forestry mulching. land clearing, grading, excavating, lawn installation, drainage correction, landscaping, pond maintenance, stump grinding and firewood sales. We are located in Oneida, WI and service Outagamie County, Brown County, Kewaunee County, Door County, and Shawano County.


Dirt Demo Excavating

No reviews yet

Dirt Demo Excavating

No reviews yet

Dirt Demo Excavating is here to help with all your land leveling needs. Land grading and clearing Trenches Stump removal Cleaning/prepping land for driveways Post construction land leveling And much more! No job is too big or too small! Contact me at 920.615.2230

Dirt Demo Excavating is here to help with all your land leveling needs. Land grading and clearing Trenches Stump removal Cleaning/prepping land for driveways Post construction land leveling And much more! No job is too big or too small! Contact me at 920.615.2230

Showing 1-10 of 49
Excavating questions, answered by experts

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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.

Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It’s possible that you’ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.

Yes, professional installations include trenching or borehole drilling required for ground loops.

The Appleton, WI homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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