61/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 1,460 Google reviews, the most in Johnstown.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Johnstown, PA (2026)
25 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Johnstown: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drains, CR Score 61/100; 4.8★ from 1,460 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Next Level Excavating & Trucking, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 25.
- 6
Most-reviewed: Danchanko Inc., 70 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 25 ranked after Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drains; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
25 Johnstown excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 6 are open 24/7, 13 open Saturdays and 8 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 25 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Johnstown at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drains | 61 | 4.8★ (1,460) | Johnstown | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Next Level Excavating & Trucking | 61 | 5.0★ (26) | Johnstown | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Watkins Excavation | 59 | 5.0★ (12) | Johnstown | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | JP Held Excavating | 55 | 4.1★ (7) | Johnstown | — | — |
| 5 | L & M Excavating | 54 | 3.8★ (4) | Johnstown | — | — |
| 6 | Danchanko Inc. | 52 | 5.0★ (70) | Johnstown | — | Most reviews |
| 7 | Beegle's Excavating & Land Management | 51 | 4.7★ (3) | Altoona, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Stoy Excavating Inc | 49 | 4.4★ (7) | Somerset, 24 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Cortese Excavating and Construction | 49 | 5.0★ (4) | Johnstown | — | — |
| 10 | JFB Plumbing and Excavation LLC | 49 | 5.0★ (3) | California, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 25 best excavating contractors in Johnstown, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Johnstown
61/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Johnstown
59/100CR ScoreRanked #3 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 Johnstown
55/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ 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 Johnstown
54/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ 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 Johnstown
52/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 70 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Altoona, 17 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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.
Based in Somerset, 24 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Johnstown
49/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in California, 19 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indiana, 22 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaping supply store”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Latrobe, 25 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#13 RTC Excavation
Based in Hamilton, 15 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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 Pittsburgh, 24 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#15 Conner Services
Based in Greensburg, 23 mi away
47/100CR 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 Johnstown
46/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indiana, 20 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.2★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Lawn care service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bellevue, 24 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Asphalt contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indiana, 24 mi away
45/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lower Burrell, 24 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Concrete contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Somerset, 23 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Drilling contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Latrobe, 23 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#23 CriLon Corp
Based in Somerset, 24 mi away
41/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Road construction company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#24 Menser Inc
Based in Somerset, 24 mi away
40/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.2★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indiana, 25 mi away
39/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Roofing contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Also serving Johnstown
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 |
|---|---|---|
| B & H Excavating | In Johnstown | |
| B & M Excavating & Sewer Line Replacement | 1.0★ (1) | In Johnstown |
| Caletri Excavating | 12 mi | |
| Cambria Somerset Sewers & Excavating | 5.0★ (1) | In Johnstown |
| Dave Ankney Gradall & Heavy Equipment | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Empire Excavation LLC | In Johnstown | |
| Friedline Excavating LLC | In Johnstown | |
| Highpoint Construction and Excavating LLC | In Johnstown | |
| Hribal's Land Maintenance LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| J and L Contracting Services | In Johnstown | |
| J.A.W Excavating & Tree Services LLC | 5.0★ (2) | In Johnstown |
| James Excavating Inc | 5.0★ (2) | In Johnstown |
| Locher Demolition & Excavating LLC | In Johnstown | |
| Magee Contracting LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| Mike Ament Construction, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| Moran Excavating | In Johnstown | |
| Pilot Trucking & Excavating LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Johnstown |
| RL Excavation | 5.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| Smith's Property Worx | In Johnstown | |
| Total Contracting and Excavating LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
How we ranked Johnstown excavating contractors
We scored 25 Johnstown 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 Johnstown 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 Johnstown: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Johnstown?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Johnstown, PA is Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drains with a CR Score of 61/100. It has 4.8★ from 1,460 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Next Level Excavating & Trucking (#2) and Watkins Excavation (#3) follow. We ranked 25 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Johnstown?
ContractorsRanked ranks 25 excavating contractors serving Johnstown, PA. 8 of them are based in Johnstown; 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 Johnstown are open 24/7?
6 ranked excavating contractors in Johnstown post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drains (#1), Next Level Excavating & Trucking (#2) and Watkins Excavation (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Johnstown work on weekends?
13 of 25 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 8 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drains (#1), Next Level Excavating & Trucking (#2) and Watkins Excavation (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Johnstown excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 25 rated excavating contractors in Johnstown is 4.7★, with a median of 7 reviews. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drains has the most, 1,460 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 Johnstown count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Johnstown 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 Johnstown
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 25 excavating contractors serving Johnstown.
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