63/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Columbus, GA (2026)
19 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Columbus: Southern Mulching & Grading LLC, CR Score 63/100; 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): AIMS Companies, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 19.
- 8
Most-reviewed: Southern Oaks Nursery & Landscaping, 64 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 19 ranked; ranked #8.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
19 Columbus excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 14 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 19 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Columbus at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southern Mulching & Grading LLC | 63 | 5.0★ (37) | Phenix City, 11 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | AIMS Companies | 61 | 4.2★ (9) | Phenix City, 2 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Dirty Mike's Septic & Hydro Jetting service | 61 | 4.9★ (48) | Columbus | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Mayhall Landworks LLC | 60 | 5.0★ (35) | Rainbow City, 22 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | D&H Septic Services | 58 | 4.4★ (27) | Columbus | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Warr Grading Contractor Inc | 57 | 4.4★ (23) | Smiths Station, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Circle Y Property Solutions | 57 | 5.0★ (30) | Opelika, 21 mi away | Sat | — |
| 8 | Southern Oaks Nursery & Landscaping | 55 | 4.7★ (64) | Smiths Station, 9 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 9 | Bill's Septic Service | 55 | 5.0★ (12) | Columbus | Sat · Sun | — |
| 10 | Roberts Excavating and Clearing | 52 | 5.0★ (4) | Oxford, 22 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
The 19 best excavating contractors in Columbus, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Phenix City, 2 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus
61/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 48 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rainbow City, 22 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus
58/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 27 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Smiths Station, 10 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 23 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Opelika, 21 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Smiths Station, 9 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 64 Google reviews, the most in Columbus.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus
55/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Oxford, 22 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Phenix City, 13 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.8★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Phenix City, 21 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Concrete contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#13 Maxwell Grading
Based in Cusseta, 24 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Alexander City, 22 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #14 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 Auburn, 17 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cusseta, 18 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Phenix City, 12 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Phenix City, 22 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Concrete contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Gadsden, 22 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Fence contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Also serving Columbus
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 |
|---|---|---|
| All About Roofing & Construction | 4.9★ (55) | In Columbus |
| AndRosi Contracting, LLC dba Columbus Aluminum | 4.5★ (24) | In Columbus |
| Apex Insulation Columbus | 5.0★ (82) | In Columbus |
| Bass Electrical Contracting | 4.9★ (20) | In Columbus |
| Batson-Cook Flournoy Construction | 4.7★ (10) | In Columbus |
| Bigham Cable Construction Co | 3.4★ (7) | In Columbus |
| Blackmon Fence Company | 4.9★ (97) | In Columbus |
| Brasfield & Gorrie | 4.2★ (6) | In Columbus |
| Brock Jones, Inc. | 4.7★ (7) | In Columbus |
| Crawl Space Ninja of Columbus | 4.9★ (28) | In Columbus |
| Earthworks Landscape LLC | 4.8★ (9) | In Columbus |
| Expert Roofers Columbus | 4.7★ (77) | In Columbus |
| Greenz Landscaping Services Company | 5.0★ (12) | In Columbus |
| LYH Enterprises | 4.8★ (21) | In Columbus |
| Max Steel Buildings | 4.5★ (14) | In Columbus |
| MetroPower, Inc. | 4.8★ (18) | In Columbus |
| Reliable Electric & Construction LLC | 4.7★ (32) | In Columbus |
| Ritch Electric Co Inc. | 4.6★ (35) | In Columbus |
| Supreme Roofing Columbus GA | 4.7★ (54) | In Columbus |
| Webb Construction Group, Inc | 3.5★ (8) | In Columbus |
How we ranked Columbus excavating contractors
We scored 19 Columbus 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 3, 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 Columbus 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 Columbus: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Columbus?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Columbus, GA is Southern Mulching & Grading LLC with a CR Score of 63/100. It has 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. AIMS Companies (#2) and Dirty Mike's Septic & Hydro Jetting service (#3) follow. We ranked 19 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Columbus?
ContractorsRanked ranks 19 excavating contractors serving Columbus, GA. 3 of them are based in Columbus; 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 Columbus are open 24/7?
7 ranked excavating contractors in Columbus post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Southern Mulching & Grading LLC (#1), AIMS Companies (#2) and Dirty Mike's Septic & Hydro Jetting service (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Columbus work on weekends?
14 of 19 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 9 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Southern Mulching & Grading LLC (#1), AIMS Companies (#2) and Dirty Mike's Septic & Hydro Jetting service (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Columbus excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 19 rated excavating contractors in Columbus is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. Southern Oaks Nursery & Landscaping has the most, 64 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 Columbus count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Columbus 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 Columbus
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 19 excavating contractors serving Columbus.
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