Excavation contractors move earth to prepare a property for construction and landscaping. They dig foundations and basements, grade sites for drainage, clear land and dig trenches for utilities.
Common excavation services include:
Hire an excavation contractor when a project needs heavy equipment to dig, level or clear land. Sewer line repairs and yard drainage systems have their own specialist categories.
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A&B Excavation is a Fort Worth, Texas–based, family-owned excavation and earthwork contractor that provides excavation, grading and sloping, site preparation, land clearing, demolition, drainage correction, pond work, and related specialty services for residential and commercial projects across Tarrant, Denton, Parker, Wise, and Cooke counties; A&B Excavation emphasizes practical, experienced problem-solving, dependable scheduling, and customer-focused service backed by over 15 years of field experience.
Champion Hydrovac is a Texas-based hydro excavation and non-destructive digging company that provides precision hydrovac excavation, daylighting, trenching, potholing, pipeline and tank cleanout, debris removal, and utility locating services from offices in the DFW and Houston areas; Champion Hydrovac leverages advanced hydrovac technology, licensed and insured crews, and a safety-first approach to deliver faster, safer excavation solutions for construction, utility, and industrial projects across major Texas markets.
Davilas Excavations specializes in precision underground plumbing excavation services in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. With over 20 years of experience, the company offers expert trenching, tunneling under slabs, concrete penetration, and access hole creation tailored to plumbing needs. Their services focus on minimizing surface disruption while ensuring clean, safe, and code-compliant work. Davilas Excavations is trusted by homeowners, contractors, and builders for their reliable workmanship, fast response times, and respect for property. The company serves multiple Texas locations including Fort Worth, Denton, Waco, Tyler, Austin, and Houston, maintaining a commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
Dinger Excavation is a Fort Worth, Texas–based excavation and site development contractor that provides excavation, grading, site-preparation and related services for residential and commercial clients; Dinger Excavation (the company) emphasizes safety, quality workmanship and community commitment, operates with the mission “do the job right, keep it safe, and treat people with respect,” and lists an office phone (682-233-1402) and PO Box 122657, Fort Worth, TX on its website (Dinger Excavation).
Four Star Excavating is an underground utility contractor serving the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex since 2011, providing new and rehabilitation construction for water lines, sanitary sewers, and storm drainage systems. Four Star Excavating focuses on honesty, integrity, and safety while delivering high-quality workmanship on projects of any size, emphasizing timely completion, clean job sites, and versatile solutions that meet the specific needs of municipal, commercial, and private clients.
HTX Dirt is a company specializing in excavation and dirt work services. The company provides comprehensive solutions for site preparation, grading, land clearing, and other earthmoving needs. HTX Dirt is committed to delivering high-quality workmanship and reliable service to meet the demands of construction projects and land development. The company focuses on efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction, ensuring that projects are completed on time and to the highest standards. HTX Dirt serves clients who require professional excavation and dirt work expertise for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
JR Demolition (JR Lindamood Demolition) is a Texas-based demolition and salvage contractor with more than two decades of experience providing commercial and residential demolition, excavation, and salvage services across the Dallas–Fort Worth area. JR Demolition prioritizes safety and uses a modern equipment fleet to complete projects of any size—from single-family homes to large industrial facilities—while emphasizing recycling and salvage to minimize landfill use and reduce client costs; the company offers on-time, on-budget project execution and is located at 1926 Parkside Avenue, Irving, TX (phone 972-254-1212).
Lindamood is a Texas-based, family-led demolition, earthwork, and heavy hauling contractor operating since 1975 that delivers full-service project solutions—including structural, selective, high-reach and implosion demolition, environmental remediation and recovery, excavation and earthwork, and specialized heavy hauling—with a large fleet of over 250 machines, a team of 350+ employees, and a strong safety record (2M+ safe hours). Lindamood is woman-owned and focuses on safety, precision, and self-performing work to control schedules and quality while serving commercial, industrial, aviation, healthcare, education and civil markets across Texas, the Southwest, and beyond.
Lone Star Demolition Services is a locally and family-owned demolition, excavation, concrete, hauling, and site-preparation contractor based in Fort Worth, Texas, operating since 2006 and backed by decades of industry experience; Lone Star Demolition Services (the company) is Veteran-, Woman-, and Minority-owned, VBE/WBE/SBE certified, bonded and insured, and focuses on commercial and residential demolition (including selective and pool demolition), excavation and grading, concrete work, and hauling while emphasizing safety, transparent communication, and delivering projects on time and on budget (source: Lone Star Demolition Services — see the Contact Us and About Us pages).
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An excavation contractor uses equipment such as excavators, skid steers and dozers to dig foundations, grade land, clear vegetation, trench for utilities and haul or bring in soil and fill.
Yes. Underground utilities should be marked before excavation, typically by calling 811 in the United States. Ask the contractor who will make the request and how private lines, such as irrigation or septic, will be located.
Ask about equipment and experience with similar sites, how they will handle drainage and erosion control, and whether permits are needed. Confirm insurance and get a written scope that covers hauling and restoration.
Cost depends on the volume of soil moved, soil and rock conditions, site access, slope, hauling distances, disposal or fill material, erosion control and permit requirements.
Mark property lines and planned structures, request utility locates, and remove vehicles and items from the work area. Ask how lawns, driveways and nearby landscaping will be protected or restored.