59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 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.
Best Excavating Contractors in Horn Lake, MS (2026)
24 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Horn Lake: Southern Dirt and Land, CR Score 59/100; 4.4★ from 8 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 24.
- 4
Most-reviewed: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, 563 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 24 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
24 Horn Lake excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 14 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 24 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Excavating contractors in Southaven ranking. See Excavating contractors in Southaven
Top 10 excavating contractors in Horn Lake at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southern Dirt and Land | 59 | 4.4★ (8) | Horn Lake | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 58 | 4.8★ (493) | Memphis, 13 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Rod Chimney Cleaning & Chimney Repairs Serv | 56 | 5.0★ (4) | Hernando, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 56 | 4.8★ (563) | Bartlett, 22 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 5 | Estes Grading & Trucking | 55 | 3.5★ (11) | Southaven, 2 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Fil-Billy Excavation & Hauling llc. | 54 | 5.0★ (5) | Perryville, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Porterco LLC | 53 | 5.0★ (3) | Olive Branch, 12 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Rock Solid Construction & Excavation | 53 | 5.0★ (15) | Atoka, 20 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Elite Earthworks | 53 | 4.4★ (7) | Hernando, 11 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Degan Plumbing & Excavating | 52 | 4.6★ (9) | Bartlett, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 24 best excavating contractors in Horn Lake, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Memphis, 13 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 493 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hernando, 9 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #3 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 Bartlett, 22 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 563 Google reviews, the most in Horn Lake.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Southaven, 2 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.5★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Perryville, 11 mi away
54/100CR 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.
#7 Porterco LLC
Based in Olive Branch, 12 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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 Atoka, 20 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Hernando, 11 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bartlett, 14 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Olive Branch, 11 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 63 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Olive Branch, 22 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hernando, 14 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Arlington, 13 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hernando, 18 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #15 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 Olive Branch, 21 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #16 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 Lakeland, 14 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#18 RDB Services LLC
Based in Southaven, 2 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Memphis, 11 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hernando, 14 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#21 V McGee, Inc.
Based in Olive Branch, 10 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Trucking company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#22 JD Landscape LLC
Based in Collierville, 22 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Collierville, 21 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Memphis, 16 mi away
42/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
How we ranked Horn Lake excavating contractors
We scored 24 Horn Lake 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 4, 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 Horn Lake 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 Horn Lake: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Horn Lake?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Horn Lake, MS is Southern Dirt and Land with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 4.4★ from 8 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and Rod Chimney Cleaning & Chimney Repairs Serv (#3) follow. We ranked 24 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 4, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Horn Lake?
ContractorsRanked ranks 24 excavating contractors serving Horn Lake, MS. 1 of them is based in Horn Lake; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which excavating contractors in Horn Lake are open 24/7?
7 ranked excavating contractors in Horn Lake post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Southern Dirt and Land (#1), Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and Rod Chimney Cleaning & Chimney Repairs Serv (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Horn Lake work on weekends?
14 of 24 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Southern Dirt and Land (#1), Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and Rod Chimney Cleaning & Chimney Repairs Serv (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Horn Lake excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 24 rated excavating contractors in Horn Lake is 4.8★, with a median of 7 reviews. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup has the most, 563 reviews, and ranks #4. 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 Horn Lake count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Horn Lake 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 Horn Lake
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 24 excavating contractors serving Horn Lake.
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