59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 519 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Black Forest, CO (2026)
83 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Black Forest: Flow Right Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, CR Score 59/100; 4.8★ from 519 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 83.
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Most-reviewed: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, 2,415 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 83 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
83 Black Forest excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 12 are open 24/7, 41 open Saturdays and 18 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 83 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Black Forest at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flow Right Plumbing, Heating & Cooling | 59 | 4.8★ (519) | Black Forest | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 57 | 4.6★ (2,415) | Colorado Springs, 12 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | KDM Earthworks | 57 | 5.0★ (16) | Security-Widefield, 2 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Zeus Excavating LLC - Expert Excavation Contractors in Colorado Springs | 56 | 5.0★ (48) | Black Forest | — | — |
| 5 | Springs Excavation Pros | 56 | 5.0★ (13) | Black Forest | Sat | — |
| 6 | Drain Plumber Pro | 55 | 4.9★ (127) | Black Forest | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | A Team Excavation Sewer and Water Repair | 55 | 5.0★ (65) | Black Forest | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 8 | TLH Equipment | 55 | 5.0★ (14) | Colorado Springs, 10 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 9 | AMT plumbing and excavation | 54 | 4.9★ (39) | Colorado Springs, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Bugenhagen Excavating | 54 | 5.0★ (5) | Black Forest | — | — |
The 83 best excavating contractors in Black Forest, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Colorado Springs, 12 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 2,415 Google reviews, the most in Black Forest.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Security-Widefield, 2 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Black Forest
56/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Black Forest
56/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Black Forest
55/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 127 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Black Forest
55/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Colorado Springs, 10 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Colorado Springs, 10 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Black Forest
54/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Colorado Springs, 11 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Colorado Springs, 5 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Black Forest
54/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Colorado Springs, 13 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 738 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Black Forest
54/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Fort Carson, 10 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Colorado Springs, 8 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#18 TD EXCAVATING
Based in Fort Carson, 15 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Colorado Springs, 8 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Colorado Springs, 10 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Colorado Springs, 10 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#22 633 Construction
Based in Colorado Springs, 10 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Monument, 11 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Black Forest
53/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Woodland Park, 19 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Excavating contractors ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 83 ranked excavating contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Black Forest
20 more excavating contractors within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Gen Excavation, Inc. | 5.0★ (1) | In Black Forest |
| 3 Wise Men LLC Your Dirt Work, Field Mow, Fence and Trenching Team! | In Black Forest | |
| Apex Patios | 5.0★ (3) | In Black Forest |
| Arbor View Tree Care | In Black Forest | |
| Bayless & Bayless LLC | In Black Forest | |
| Blue Mountain Demolition | 4.0★ (2) | In Black Forest |
| Chiddix Brothers Excavating | In Black Forest | |
| Dig Deep Excavation | 5.0★ (1) | In Black Forest |
| Hawkeye Plumbing & Services LLC | 5.0★ (6) | In Black Forest |
| HHH Excavating | 5.0★ (1) | In Black Forest |
| Huddleson Excavation | 1.0★ (1) | In Black Forest |
| Johnny's Handyman Services | 5.0★ (7) | In Black Forest |
| Quigley's Dirt Works | 5.0★ (2) | In Black Forest |
| RB Excavation & Demolition LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 1 mi |
| Real Dill Construction | In Black Forest | |
| Seer Construction LLC | 5.0★ (7) | In Black Forest |
| TNT Paving | 5.0★ (16) | In Black Forest |
| TNT paving Colorado Springs,Co | In Black Forest | |
| Tri-Lakes Contracting | In Black Forest | |
| Triple T Excavating | In Black Forest |
How we ranked Black Forest excavating contractors
We scored 83 Black Forest excavating contractors on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 2, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Black Forest data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Excavating contractors in Black Forest: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Black Forest?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Black Forest, CO is Flow Right Plumbing, Heating & Cooling with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 4.8★ from 519 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and KDM Earthworks (#3) follow. We ranked 83 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 2, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Black Forest?
ContractorsRanked ranks 83 excavating contractors serving Black Forest, CO. 11 of them are based in Black Forest; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which excavating contractors in Black Forest are open 24/7?
12 ranked excavating contractors in Black Forest post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Flow Right Plumbing, Heating & Cooling (#1), Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and Drain Plumber Pro (#6). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Black Forest work on weekends?
41 of 83 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 18 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Flow Right Plumbing, Heating & Cooling (#1), Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and KDM Earthworks (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Black Forest excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 83 rated excavating contractors in Black Forest is 5.0★, with a median of 12 reviews. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup has the most, 2,415 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank excavating contractors?
Each excavating contractor gets a 0–100 CR Score from ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do excavating contractors outside Black Forest count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Black Forest city center, our service radius for excavating contractors. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Can excavating contractors pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Black Forest
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 83 excavating contractors serving Black Forest.
- November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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