59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 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.
Best Excavating Contractors in Frankfort, IN (2026)
32 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Frankfort: Hoosier Heartland Dirtworks LLC, CR Score 59/100; 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 32.
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Most-reviewed: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, 870 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 32 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
32 Frankfort excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 13 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 32 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Frankfort at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hoosier Heartland Dirtworks LLC | 59 | 5.0★ (8) | Frankfort | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 58 | 4.9★ (729) | Lebanon, 16 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 56 | 4.9★ (870) | Westfield, 22 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 4 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing, Drains & Water Cleanup | 55 | 4.8★ (487) | Lafayette, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | JTH Industries, LLC | 54 | 5.0★ (6) | Kokomo, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Garriott Excavating | 53 | 5.0★ (5) | Lafayette, 21 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Doin' It Wells Services | 53 | 5.0★ (97) | Frankfort | — | — |
| 8 | Lidester's Backhoe, Dozing, and Dump Truck Service, Inc. | 52 | 3.7★ (3) | Frankfort | — | — |
| 9 | County Line Trucking & Excavating | 52 | 5.0★ (3) | Kokomo, 24 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Fox Contractors Corporation | 50 | 3.6★ (23) | Whitestown, 22 mi away | — | — |
The 32 best excavating contractors in Frankfort, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Lebanon, 16 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 729 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Westfield, 22 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 870 Google reviews, the most in Frankfort.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lafayette, 20 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 487 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Kokomo, 20 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lafayette, 21 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #6 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 Frankfort
53/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 97 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Frankfort
52/100CR ScoreRanked #8 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 Kokomo, 24 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #9 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 Whitestown, 22 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.6★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Crawfordsville, 25 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ 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 LaPorte, 19 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Kokomo, 25 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lafayette, 17 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in West Lafayette, 23 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lafayette, 21 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Frankfort
49/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Westfield, 17 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lafayette, 21 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.3★ 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 Westfield, 20 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #20 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 Lebanon, 25 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indianapolis, 14 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Kokomo, 24 mi away
47/100CR 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 Kokomo, 16 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lafayette, 23 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
All 32 excavating contractors
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #32, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | King's | 45 | 4.3★ (35) | 24 mi |
| 27 | Crowl Earthwork LLC | 44 | 5.0★ (7) | 21 mi |
| 28 | Anderson & Wright Landscaping | 44 | 4.2★ (32) | 21 mi |
| 29 | Chauncey Construction-Chauncey Management-Chauncey Hill Apartments- C&S Excavating | 42 | 1.8★ (8) | 22 mi |
| 30 | Expert Lawn & Landscape LLC | 42 | 5.0★ (5) | 21 mi |
| 31 | B Baker Construction, L.L.C. | 42 | 3.9★ (11) | 21 mi |
| 32 | Freeman Concrete | 41 | 4.3★ (6) | 24 mi |
Also serving Frankfort
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Axe Excavation | 4.0★ (1) | 17 mi |
| Bell Drainage & Excavating | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| C D Services | 5.0★ (1) | In Frankfort |
| Dakota Excavating, Inc. | 3.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Davidson Excavating | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Earthly Supply | In Frankfort | |
| FG Construction LLC | 5.0★ (2) | In Frankfort |
| Hendricks Excavating Inc | 4.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
| Jmh Services LLC | 4.9★ (12) | In Frankfort |
| KMA Dirtworks | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| Kreager Brothers Excavating | 5.0★ (1) | 22 mi |
| Lafayette Light Excavation and Trees | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Langscape Corp. | 5.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| Laser Edge Turf & Excavation LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Frankfort |
| Modern Family Home Improvements | In Frankfort | |
| Ramirez Property Solutions LLC. | 5.0★ (1) | In Frankfort |
| Richey Excavating | In Frankfort | |
| Rinehart Excavating | 5.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| Risse by NHC | In Frankfort | |
| Tri-Esco, Inc. | 1.0★ (1) | 19 mi |
How we ranked Frankfort excavating contractors
We scored 32 Frankfort 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 Frankfort 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 Frankfort: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Frankfort?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Frankfort, IN is Hoosier Heartland Dirtworks LLC with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3) follow. We ranked 32 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Frankfort?
ContractorsRanked ranks 32 excavating contractors serving Frankfort, IN. 4 of them are based in Frankfort; 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 Frankfort are open 24/7?
7 ranked excavating contractors in Frankfort post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Hoosier Heartland Dirtworks LLC (#1), Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Frankfort work on weekends?
13 of 32 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 9 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Hoosier Heartland Dirtworks LLC (#1), Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Frankfort excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 32 rated excavating contractors in Frankfort is 4.8★, with a median of 9 reviews. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup has the most, 870 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 Frankfort count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Frankfort 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 Frankfort
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 32 excavating contractors serving Frankfort.
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