59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 690 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Covington, GA (2026)
42 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Covington: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, CR Score 59/100; 4.9★ from 690 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Georgia Rooter Services LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #7 of 42.
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Most-reviewed: Georgia Rooter Services LLC, 914 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 42 ranked; ranked #7.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
42 Covington excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 12 are open 24/7, 23 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 42 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Covington at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 59 | 4.9★ (690) | Conyers, 10 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Excavation Expressions LLC | 58 | 5.0★ (21) | Covington | Sat | — |
| 3 | Tippens Clearing & Grading | 57 | 4.9★ (39) | Covington | — | — |
| 4 | RHS Grading & Clearing | 56 | 5.0★ (9) | Covington | Sat | — |
| 5 | Georgia's Best Clearing & Grading LLC | 56 | 5.0★ (48) | Monroe, 6 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | RLL Services LLC | 56 | 5.0★ (21) | Covington | — | — |
| 7 | Georgia Rooter Services LLC | 56 | 4.9★ (914) | Lawrenceville, 23 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 8 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup of Loganville | 56 | 4.9★ (381) | Loganville, 18 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Smith Grading | 56 | 5.0★ (4) | Covington | — | — |
| 10 | Grit N Grind Grading, LLC | 55 | 5.0★ (25) | Winder, 25 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 42 best excavating contractors in Covington, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Covington
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Covington
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 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 Covington
56/100CR 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 Monroe, 6 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #5 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 Covington
56/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lawrenceville, 23 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 914 Google reviews, the most in Covington.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Loganville, 18 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 381 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Covington
56/100CR ScoreRanked #9 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 Winder, 25 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#11 The Grinder Guys
Based in Covington
55/100CR ScoreRanked #11 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.
#12 Longhorn Grading
Based in Covington
55/100CR ScoreRanked #12 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 Loganville, 14 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Covington
54/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Covington
54/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Loganville, 17 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Stonecrest, 17 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Monroe, 19 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #18 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 Loganville, 12 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #19 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 Conyers, 10 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.5★ 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 Canton, 19 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #21 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 Stonecrest, 14 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ 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 Stockbridge, 18 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Winder, 17 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 35 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Conyers, 16 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
All 42 excavating contractors
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #42, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Exterior Strategies | 50 | 5.0★ (23) | In Covington |
| 27 | TNT Siteworks LLC | 50 | 5.0★ (5) | 16 mi |
| 28 | KMB Site Services LLC | 50 | 2.6★ (5) | 9 mi |
| 29 | Bunn Grading Co Inc | 50 | 4.8★ (4) | 22 mi |
| 30 | Lake Country Land Clearing | 50 | 5.0★ (4) | In Covington |
| 31 | R & J Benton Grading INC | 49 | 2.8★ (4) | 19 mi |
| 32 | Biles Grading | 49 | 4.5★ (22) | 24 mi |
| 33 | Plain Asphalt and Grading | 48 | 5.0★ (6) | 8 mi |
| 34 | Daniel's Priority Landscaping | 48 | 5.0★ (24) | 10 mi |
| 35 | A Plus Septic, LLC | 48 | 4.5★ (8) | 19 mi |
| 36 | SRT Land Services: Demo, Grading, Clearing, Dumpsters | 48 | 5.0★ (3) | 25 mi |
| 37 | Service Plus Property Solutions | 48 | 5.0★ (5) | 19 mi |
| 38 | ATL Grading Co. | 48 | 4.7★ (15) | 22 mi |
| 39 | Earth Renovationz LLC | 47 | 5.0★ (13) | 20 mi |
| 40 | The Dirt Guy Landscape & Supply | 46 | 4.3★ (143) | 24 mi |
| 41 | Backwoods Tractor Works LLC | 43 | 3.7★ (6) | 24 mi |
| 42 | Underground Hound | 43 | 5.0★ (3) | 24 mi |
Also serving Covington
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 |
|---|---|---|
| . | 3.2★ (5) | In Covington |
| A & J Sewer and Water | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Aggie Enterprises Corp | 5.0★ (2) | 20 mi |
| Ajs-fix-all | In Covington | |
| Allgood Grading | In Covington | |
| CJR Innovations | 5.0★ (1) | 17 mi |
| CSD, LLC | In Covington | |
| H & H Excavation | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| InandOutdoor Service | In Covington | |
| Jackson Hauling and Excavating, Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Lawrence Harper Rough Grading | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| M&M’s Metal Roofing & Remodeling | 5.0★ (1) | In Covington |
| Nate Hauling & Grading | In Covington | |
| Nobles Contracting Services | 5.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| Paving Southeastern Grading | 4.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| Piedmont Western | In Covington | |
| R & R Grading & Demolition | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Southern Grading & Mulching | 1.0★ (1) | 12 mi |
| StrongWire Electrical | In Covington | |
| Thompson Controls Inc. | In Covington |
How we ranked Covington excavating contractors
We scored 42 Covington 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 Covington 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 Covington: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Covington?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Covington, GA is Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 4.9★ from 690 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Excavation Expressions LLC (#2) and Tippens Clearing & Grading (#3) follow. We ranked 42 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Covington?
ContractorsRanked ranks 42 excavating contractors serving Covington, GA. 11 of them are based in Covington; 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 Covington are open 24/7?
12 ranked excavating contractors in Covington post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#1), Georgia Rooter Services LLC (#7) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup of Loganville (#8). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Covington work on weekends?
23 of 42 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 12 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#1), Excavation Expressions LLC (#2) and RHS Grading & Clearing (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Covington excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 42 rated excavating contractors in Covington is 5.0★, with a median of 7 reviews. Georgia Rooter Services LLC has the most, 914 reviews, and ranks #7. 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 Covington count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Covington 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 Covington
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 42 excavating contractors serving Covington.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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