67/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 139 Google reviews, the most in Cullman.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Cullman, AL (2026)
30 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Cullman: Miller Environmental Services, CR Score 67/100; 4.8★ from 139 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Wright Septic & Excavation LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 30.
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Most-reviewed: Wright Septic & Excavation LLC, 22 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 30 ranked after Miller Environmental Services; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
30 Cullman excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 5 are open 24/7, 16 open Saturdays and 6 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 30 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Cullman at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miller Environmental Services | 67 | 4.8★ (139) | Cullman | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Wright Septic & Excavation LLC | 63 | 5.0★ (22) | Cullman | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | WATSON ENTERPRISES GROUP LLC | 62 | 5.0★ (13) | Cullman | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | HD Septic Systems | 61 | 5.0★ (9) | Cullman | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | McCombs Construction Services LLC | 60 | 5.0★ (13) | Cullman | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Gable Septic Tank & Backhoe | 60 | 4.4★ (22) | Cullman | — | — |
| 7 | Scott's Excavating & Hauling | 58 | 4.7★ (10) | Cullman | — | — |
| 8 | West Point Excavation Inc | 57 | 4.4★ (7) | Cullman | — | — |
| 9 | A1 Backhoe | 57 | 4.7★ (6) | Cullman | — | — |
| 10 | Crook Excavating | 57 | 4.5★ (16) | Cullman | — | — |
The 30 best excavating contractors in Cullman, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Cullman
63/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cullman
62/100CR ScoreRanked #3 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 Cullman
61/100CR 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 Cullman
60/100CR 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 Cullman
60/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Cullman
58/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ 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 Cullman
57/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#9 A1 Backhoe
Based in Cullman
57/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#10 Crook Excavating
Based in Cullman
57/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cullman
57/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cullman
56/100CR ScoreRanked #12 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 Cullman
56/100CR 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 Cullman
56/100CR ScoreRanked #14 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 Cullman
55/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cullman
55/100CR ScoreRanked #16 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 Cullman
55/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cullman
55/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cullman
54/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cullman
53/100CR ScoreRanked #20 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 Cullman
53/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#22 J & M Excavating
Based in Cullman
53/100CR ScoreRanked #22 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 Hartselle, 15 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #23 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 Cullman
52/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Sand & gravel supplier”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Cullman
51/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
All 30 excavating contractors
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #30, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Swann Septic & Excavating Service | 50 | 5.0★ (4) | In Cullman |
| 27 | Anders Dump Truck & Excavation | 50 | 4.1★ (9) | 18 mi |
| 28 | Brush Masters Land Management | 50 | 5.0★ (3) | 22 mi |
| 29 | Southeastern Excavation & Landscaping LLC | 48 | 3.9★ (7) | 17 mi |
| 30 | Prowler Land & Brush | 43 | 5.0★ (4) | 25 mi |
Also serving Cullman
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Able Hauling & Excavating | 5.0★ (2) | In Cullman |
| Act Now Construction, LLC | In Cullman | |
| AFS Foundation & Waterproofing Specialists Cullman | 5.0★ (4) | In Cullman |
| All Around Heating & Cooling | 5.0★ (137) | In Cullman |
| Blountsville Landscaping and Tree Service | In Cullman | |
| C&A construction and masonry | In Cullman | |
| Carcel & G Construction, LLC | In Cullman | |
| Danco Excavating Inc | 4.0★ (1) | In Cullman |
| Earth Workz | 5.0★ (1) | In Cullman |
| J & D Clearing & Dirt Work LLC | 3.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| J&A Renovation & Masonry | 5.0★ (1) | In Cullman |
| Jones Brother's Services, LLC | In Cullman | |
| Leap of Faith Hauling & Excavation LLC | 5.0★ (2) | In Cullman |
| Mud Busters | In Cullman | |
| MWR Land Management | In Cullman | |
| Ryan's Creek Contracting Inc | In Cullman | |
| Southeast Tree And Land | In Cullman | |
| Turfmasters Environmental | In Cullman | |
| Usda Ams Poultry Grading | In Cullman | |
| Wiregrass Construction - Cullman Office | 4.1★ (36) | In Cullman |
How we ranked Cullman excavating contractors
We scored 30 Cullman 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 Cullman 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 Cullman: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Cullman?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Cullman, AL is Miller Environmental Services with a CR Score of 67/100. It has 4.8★ from 139 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Wright Septic & Excavation LLC (#2) and WATSON ENTERPRISES GROUP LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 30 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 2, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Cullman?
ContractorsRanked ranks 30 excavating contractors serving Cullman, AL. 25 of them are based in Cullman; 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 Cullman are open 24/7?
5 ranked excavating contractors in Cullman post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Miller Environmental Services (#1), Wright Septic & Excavation LLC (#2) and WATSON ENTERPRISES GROUP LLC (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Cullman work on weekends?
16 of 30 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 6 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Miller Environmental Services (#1), Wright Septic & Excavation LLC (#2) and WATSON ENTERPRISES GROUP LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Cullman excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 30 rated excavating contractors in Cullman is 5.0★, with a median of 7 reviews. Miller Environmental Services has the most, 139 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 Cullman count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Cullman 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 Cullman
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 30 excavating contractors serving Cullman.
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