57/100CR Score
Ranked #1 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.
Best Excavating Contractors in Lapeer, MI (2026)
50 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Lapeer: A&B Excavating, CR Score 57/100; 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 3
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Down and Dirty Sewer LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 50.
- 5
Most-reviewed: Steve Plumbing and Excavating LLC, 418 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 50 ranked; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
50 Lapeer excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 8 are open 24/7, 25 open Saturdays and 13 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 50 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Lapeer at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A&B Excavating | 57 | 5.0★ (3) | Burton, 1 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Jay's Septic Services | 56 | 4.5★ (415) | Lapeer | Sat | — |
| 3 | Down and Dirty Sewer LLC | 55 | 4.9★ (79) | Flint, 10 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | Glenn Church Excavating Inc | 55 | 4.9★ (14) | Flint, 8 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Steve Plumbing and Excavating LLC | 55 | 4.8★ (418) | Burton, 15 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 6 | Harada & Westesson Corp. Excavating & Grading ( H & W Corp. ) | 54 | 5.0★ (19) | Burton, 14 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Kennedy Excavating Inc | 54 | 4.3★ (16) | Burton, 10 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Bartman Excavating | 54 | 4.3★ (6) | Flint, 16 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 52 | 4.5★ (104) | Flint, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | ROOT-A-WAY Drain Cleaning | 52 | 4.4★ (245) | Flint, 18 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 50 best excavating contractors in Lapeer, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Lapeer
56/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 415 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Flint, 10 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 79 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Flint, 8 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Burton, 15 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 418 Google reviews, the most in Lapeer.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Burton, 14 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #6 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 Burton, 10 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Flint, 16 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #8 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 Flint, 17 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 104 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Flint, 18 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 245 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Burton, 14 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #11 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.
#12 BJ's Septic
Based in Lapeer
52/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Auburn Hills, 24 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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.
Based in Flint, 10 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Burton, 16 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.6★ 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 Burton, 13 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Beecher, 19 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #17 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.
#18 Throop Inc.
Based in Grand Blanc, 18 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Flint, 21 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ 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 Auburn Hills, 19 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Waterford, 25 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Grand Blanc, 19 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Waterford, 21 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Burton, 13 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Clinton Township, 25 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #25 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.
All 50 excavating contractors
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
Also serving Lapeer
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 310 Group | 3.0★ (2) | 25 mi |
| ADD CONCRETE | 13 mi | |
| Ben Lilley Excavating | 10 mi | |
| C&C Outdoor Services | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Diem Septic Tank Installers | 5.0★ (1) | 21 mi |
| Dirtech Contracting Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Erik's Contracting LLC | 12 mi | |
| HMG Earthworks | 16 mi | |
| Horcha Excavating | 5.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| J.C. Property Preservation | 5.0★ (2) | In Lapeer |
| Marshall Pools & Excavating | 3.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| May's Site Prep Specialists | 14 mi | |
| Patriot land clearing and outdoor services | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Premier Outdoor Solutions | 5.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| Proex Inc | 1.0★ (1) | 17 mi |
| Ram Mini Excavating & Home Maintenance Services | In Lapeer | |
| Rhein's Sewer & Septic Tank | In Lapeer | |
| rnt earthworks | 5.0★ (1) | In Lapeer |
| Robinson Excavating | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Worth Construction | 5.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
How we ranked Lapeer excavating contractors
We scored 50 Lapeer 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 Lapeer 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 Lapeer: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Lapeer?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Lapeer, MI is A&B Excavating with a CR Score of 57/100. It has 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Jay's Septic Services (#2) and Down and Dirty Sewer LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 50 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Lapeer?
ContractorsRanked ranks 50 excavating contractors serving Lapeer, MI. 2 of them are based in Lapeer; 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 Lapeer are open 24/7?
8 ranked excavating contractors in Lapeer post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are A&B Excavating (#1), Down and Dirty Sewer LLC (#3) and Bartman Excavating (#8). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Lapeer work on weekends?
25 of 50 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 13 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are A&B Excavating (#1), Jay's Septic Services (#2) and Down and Dirty Sewer LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Lapeer excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 50 rated excavating contractors in Lapeer is 4.8★, with a median of 12 reviews. Steve Plumbing and Excavating LLC has the most, 418 reviews, and ranks #5. 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 Lapeer count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Lapeer 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 Lapeer
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 50 excavating contractors serving Lapeer.
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