58/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 1,588 Google reviews, the most in Derby.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Derby, KS (2026)
47 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Derby: Reddi Industries, CR Score 58/100; 4.7★ from 1,588 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): S and L Excavating, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 47.
- 21
Most-reviewed: Glenn Fencing Co., 108 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 47 ranked after Reddi Industries; ranked #21.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
47 Derby excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 19 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 47 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Derby at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reddi Industries | 58 | 4.7★ (1,588) | Wichita, 9 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Roads End Dirtwork | 55 | 5.0★ (7) | Derby | — | — |
| 3 | S and L Excavating | 55 | 5.0★ (3) | Haysville, 8 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | First Grade Excavating, Inc. | 54 | 4.7★ (32) | Wichita, 4 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | ClearCut Excavating | 54 | 5.0★ (3) | Mulvane, 6 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Betzen Trenching | 54 | 4.9★ (27) | Wichita, 7 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Redline Excavation & Services LLC | 53 | 5.0★ (40) | Park City, 22 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Simple Man Earthworks LLC | 53 | 5.0★ (12) | Andover, 12 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Clearwater Excavating Inc | 53 | 4.7★ (3) | Haysville, 4 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | First Street Pump | 52 | 4.7★ (76) | Wichita, 6 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 47 best excavating contractors in Derby, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Derby
55/100CR ScoreRanked #2 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 Haysville, 8 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #3 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 Wichita, 4 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Mulvane, 6 mi away
54/100CR 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 Wichita, 7 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Park City, 22 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Andover, 12 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Haysville, 4 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ 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 Wichita, 6 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 76 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wichita, 10 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wichita, 2 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wichita, 11 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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 Wichita, 11 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 44 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Park City, 12 mi away
52/100CR 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.
#16 GROUND EFX
Based in Wichita, 10 mi away
52/100CR 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 Wichita, 10 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wichita, 14 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wichita, 10 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wichita, 9 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Andover, 13 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 108 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wichita, 7 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wichita, 13 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ 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 Wichita, 17 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Park City, 16 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 22 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
All 47 excavating contractors
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #47, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Apex Excavating, LLC | 50 | 4.3★ (34) | 18 mi |
| 27 | Bobcat Specialties | 50 | 5.0★ (3) | 15 mi |
| 28 | Armstrong Dirt Work | 50 | 5.0★ (4) | 17 mi |
| 29 | Sooter Excavating, Inc. | 49 | 2.5★ (8) | 16 mi |
| 30 | McCullough Excavation, Inc. | 49 | 4.3★ (7) | 14 mi |
| 31 | Reddi Underground | 49 | 3.7★ (3) | 9 mi |
| 32 | Pearson Construction, LLC | 49 | 3.4★ (26) | 14 mi |
| 33 | Fremar Corporation LLC | 48 | 4.2★ (18) | 20 mi |
| 34 | Double J's Services, LLC | 48 | 5.0★ (5) | 24 mi |
| 35 | Russell Excavating Inc | 48 | 3.5★ (4) | 20 mi |
| 36 | Alan's Excavating | 48 | 4.4★ (7) | 19 mi |
| 37 | Attention To Details | 47 | 5.0★ (7) | 11 mi |
| 38 | D & T's Hauling & Excavating LLC | 47 | 5.0★ (8) | 24 mi |
| 39 | Level up remodeling and construction | 47 | 5.0★ (15) | 11 mi |
| 40 | Newfarmer Excavation Inc | 47 | 5.0★ (3) | 18 mi |
| 41 | Lubbers Excavating OpCo, LLC | 47 | 5.0★ (11) | 12 mi |
| 42 | Hebb Company LLC | 46 | 5.0★ (3) | 16 mi |
| 43 | Superior Excavating, LLC | 46 | 3.3★ (24) | 23 mi |
| 44 | E R Hayes Trucking | 46 | 4.6★ (7) | 9 mi |
| 45 | Mies Construction | 45 | 3.9★ (27) | 10 mi |
| 46 | CM3, Inc. | 44 | 4.0★ (28) | 11 mi |
| 47 | Andale Construction | 42 | 4.1★ (16) | 19 mi |
Also serving Derby
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ark Valley Utility Solutions | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Beltz Excavating | 5.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| Brewers heating and cooling | In Derby | |
| Build Terra Roofing & Construction | In Derby | |
| Derby Garage Door Repair | In Derby | |
| Drainiacs Plumbing | 5.0★ (30) | In Derby |
| EdgePoint | 5.0★ (1) | 13 mi |
| Freedom Dirt Work LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Glenn Excavating | 5.0★ (1) | 10 mi |
| Larry Lies Backhoe Services | 5.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| Lawn In Order Sprinkler Service | 5.0★ (15) | In Derby |
| Lawrence Gravel Co | 5.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| MZ Construction, LLC | In Derby | |
| Palmers Plumbing LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Derby |
| Prowolf Contracting | In Derby | |
| RND Underground | In Derby | |
| SK Roofing & Construction LLC | 5.0★ (9) | In Derby |
| Sunflower State Remodel | In Derby | |
| Sunflower State Remodelers | 5.0★ (35) | In Derby |
| Top Tier Masonry Restoration & Construction | 5.0★ (2) | In Derby |
How we ranked Derby excavating contractors
We scored 47 Derby 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 Derby 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 Derby: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Derby?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Derby, KS is Reddi Industries with a CR Score of 58/100. It has 4.7★ from 1,588 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Roads End Dirtwork (#2) and S and L Excavating (#3) follow. We ranked 47 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Derby?
ContractorsRanked ranks 47 excavating contractors serving Derby, KS. 1 of them is based in Derby; 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 Derby are open 24/7?
7 ranked excavating contractors in Derby post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Reddi Industries (#1), S and L Excavating (#3) and ClearCut Excavating (#5). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Derby work on weekends?
19 of 47 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Reddi Industries (#1), S and L Excavating (#3) and ClearCut Excavating (#5). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Derby excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 47 rated excavating contractors in Derby is 4.7★, with a median of 11 reviews. Reddi Industries has the most, 1,588 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 Derby count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Derby 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 Derby
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 47 excavating contractors serving Derby.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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