55/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 3,228 Google reviews, the most in Cochrane.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Cochrane, AB (2026)
38 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Cochrane: Mr. Mike's Plumbing Calgary, CR Score 55/100; 4.6★ from 3,228 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Mr. Trenchless | Sewer, Water & CIPP Lining, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 38.
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Most-reviewed: Mr. Mike's Plumbing Airdrie, 215 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 38 ranked after Mr. Mike's Plumbing Calgary; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
38 Cochrane excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 8 are open 24/7, 21 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 38 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Cochrane at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr. Mike's Plumbing Calgary | 55 | 4.6★ (3,228) | Calgary, 30 km away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Mr. Trenchless | Sewer, Water & CIPP Lining | 55 | 5.0★ (39) | Calgary, 36 km away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Slimdor Contracting Ltd | 52 | 4.1★ (13) | Cochrane | — | — |
| 4 | Chace Construction | 52 | 5.0★ (9) | Calgary, 40 km away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Mr. Hydro Vac, Dirt Hauling & Excavation Pro | 51 | 5.0★ (3) | Calgary, 31 km away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Mr. Mike's Plumbing Airdrie | 51 | 4.7★ (215) | Airdrie, 34 km away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 7 | Ground Shakers Excavation | 51 | 4.0★ (8) | Calgary, 29 km away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | DanCo Trucking and Bobcat Services | 50 | 5.0★ (128) | Calgary, 32 km away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 9 | Timberline Earthworks Ltd. | 50 | 4.9★ (39) | Calgary, 32 km away | — | — |
| 10 | Raecor Contracting | 50 | 5.0★ (11) | Calgary, 32 km away | Sat | — |
The 38 best excavating contractors in Cochrane, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Calgary, 36 km away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cochrane
52/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 40 km away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Airdrie, 34 km away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 215 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 29 km away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 128 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #10 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 Airdrie, 29 km away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 33 km away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Airdrie, 36 km away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Cochrane
49/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 28 km away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Cochrane
48/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 36 km away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #17 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 Calgary, 35 km away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.4★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 39 km away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Airdrie, 36 km away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 31 km away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.3★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 32 km away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 34 km away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 58 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#24 QC Construction
Based in Calgary, 27 km away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calgary, 38 km away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 121 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
All 38 excavating contractors
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #38, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | On Track Excavating Ltd | 45 | 1.7★ (3) | 35 km |
| 27 | Alsa Road Construction Ltd | 44 | 3.0★ (48) | 35 km |
| 28 | 2 Sons Excavating Ltd. | 44 | 4.2★ (5) | 33 km |
| 29 | Water Dr. Inc. | 44 | 4.3★ (16) | 37 km |
| 30 | Troy Demolition Inc. | 44 | 5.0★ (4) | 11 km |
| 31 | Thuro Inc. | 44 | 4.7★ (101) | 40 km |
| 32 | A1 Contractors EST 1987 | 44 | 5.0★ (4) | 33 km |
| 33 | City Wide Excavating & Paving | 42 | 5.0★ (3) | 36 km |
| 34 | Besa Demolition | 41 | 4.7★ (3) | 36 km |
| 35 | ECO BROS CONSTRUCTION | 41 | 3.0★ (12) | 38 km |
| 36 | Mini Dig Corporation | 40 | 3.8★ (20) | 35 km |
| 37 | Hydrovac Calgary | 40 | 4.8★ (5) | 32 km |
| 38 | Chems & Sons Construction/Cleaning Services | 40 | 5.0★ (8) | 38 km |
Also serving Cochrane
20 more excavating contractors within 40 km that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| AICEIM Construction Ltd. | 4.2★ (5) | In Cochrane |
| Alon Construction Inc. | In Cochrane | |
| Blue Ox Corporation | In Cochrane | |
| Cochrane Home Renovation Company | In Cochrane | |
| Cochrane Paving Ltd | 2.0★ (1) | In Cochrane |
| DV General Construction LTD | 5.0★ (36) | In Cochrane |
| Excavation Pros of Airdrie | 5.0★ (2) | 40 km |
| Exterior Finishing Touches | 5.0★ (10) | In Cochrane |
| Infracon Calgary | 5.0★ (1) | 32 km |
| Landmass Dirtworx Ltd | 5.0★ (1) | In Cochrane |
| Mpj Construction Ltd | In Cochrane | |
| Ness Excavating | 5.0★ (1) | In Cochrane |
| Ninja Construction | In Cochrane | |
| Rent1 Inc. | 5.0★ (1) | 32 km |
| Stave Construction/ Water Treatment | In Cochrane | |
| Stonebreaker Bobcat & Excavating Ltd | In Cochrane | |
| Summit Ridge Construction Inc | 5.0★ (2) | In Cochrane |
| Sunspace HR2 Construction | 5.0★ (5) | In Cochrane |
| Ultimate Contracting Inc. - Cochrane Duradek, Decking & General Contractor | In Cochrane | |
| Vertex Resource Group Ltd. | 5.0★ (1) | 31 km |
How we ranked Cochrane excavating contractors
We scored 38 Cochrane 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 Cochrane 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 Cochrane: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Cochrane?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Cochrane, AB is Mr. Mike's Plumbing Calgary with a CR Score of 55/100. It has 4.6★ from 3,228 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Mr. Trenchless | Sewer, Water & CIPP Lining (#2) and Slimdor Contracting Ltd (#3) follow. We ranked 38 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 2, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Cochrane?
ContractorsRanked ranks 38 excavating contractors serving Cochrane, AB. 3 of them are based in Cochrane; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 km are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which excavating contractors in Cochrane are open 24/7?
8 ranked excavating contractors in Cochrane post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Mr. Mike's Plumbing Calgary (#1), Mr. Trenchless | Sewer, Water & CIPP Lining (#2) and Chace Construction (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Cochrane work on weekends?
21 of 38 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 12 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Mr. Mike's Plumbing Calgary (#1), Mr. Trenchless | Sewer, Water & CIPP Lining (#2) and Chace Construction (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Cochrane excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 38 rated excavating contractors in Cochrane is 4.8★, with a median of 9 reviews. Mr. Mike's Plumbing Calgary has the most, 3,228 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Cochrane count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 km of the Cochrane city centre, 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 Cochrane
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 38 excavating contractors serving Cochrane.
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