59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Lincoln, AL (2026)
29 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Lincoln: Wamble Contracting, CR Score 59/100; 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): River Oaks, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 29.
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Most-reviewed: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, 340 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 29 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
29 Lincoln excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 10 are open 24/7, 18 open Saturdays and 13 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 29 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Lincoln at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wamble Contracting | 59 | 5.0★ (21) | Pell City, 11 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | River Oaks | 58 | 5.0★ (28) | Clay, 21 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Allstar Plumbing And Septic Service, Inc. | 57 | 4.8★ (118) | Anniston, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 56 | 4.9★ (340) | Moody, 22 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 5 | Ultimate Land Management llc | 56 | 4.5★ (8) | Anniston, 16 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Curlee Land Services llc. | 54 | 5.0★ (9) | Lincoln | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Walker Excavating | 54 | 4.3★ (6) | Pell City, 8 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Dowdy's Excavation | 54 | 5.0★ (24) | Rainbow City, 22 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Willingham Enterprises LLC | 54 | 5.0★ (8) | Anniston, 12 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Clark Plumbing & Trenching | 54 | 5.0★ (4) | Pell City, 9 mi away | — | — |
The 29 best excavating contractors in Lincoln, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
#2 River Oaks
Based in Clay, 21 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Anniston, 10 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 118 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Moody, 22 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 340 Google reviews, the most in Lincoln.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Anniston, 16 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lincoln
54/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Pell City, 8 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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 Rainbow City, 22 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Anniston, 12 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #9 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 Pell City, 9 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ 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 Clay, 23 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 91 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Oxford, 19 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rainbow City, 22 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Talladega, 11 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #14 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 Anniston, 14 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #15 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 Anniston, 16 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 32 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Glencoe, 24 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Anniston, 12 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Waste management service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Pell City, 10 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #19 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.
#20 Bordens Grading
Based in Oxford, 21 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.0★ 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 Jacksonville, 24 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #21 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 Anniston, 17 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Jacksonville, 22 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#24 MMSD Landscaping
Based in Glencoe, 22 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rainbow City, 25 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 54 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
All 29 excavating contractors
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #29, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Wilson Excavation & Forestry Mulching | 45 | 5.0★ (3) | 18 mi |
| 27 | Clemmer Concrete | 45 | 5.0★ (8) | 23 mi |
| 28 | Complete Tree & Land Services | 45 | 5.0★ (7) | 15 mi |
| 29 | Emtek Demolition Contractors, Inc. | 45 | 5.0★ (8) | 16 mi |
Also serving Lincoln
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3:16 Excavation Services | 5.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| 5G Services LLC | 7 mi | |
| Blue Coyote Contracting | 5.0★ (1) | 9 mi |
| Brascho Excavating | 4.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| Brown Brother's Grading Co | 5.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| Cochran Excavating LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| Daybreak Excavation Llc | 5.0★ (1) | 19 mi |
| East Alabama Land Management LLC. | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Envirogrind, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 21 mi |
| Ervin Excavating | 5.0★ (1) | 8 mi |
| Final Grading Excavating. LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 5 mi |
| Kiker Brothers LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Lincoln Excavating Paving & Construction | 1.0★ (1) | In Lincoln |
| Malone Trucking & Excavation | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Mid Tenn Mulching Man | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Morris Backhoe Service | 4.5★ (2) | 11 mi |
| Precision Grading & Excavating, LLC | 7 mi | |
| R&S Earthworks | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Real Seal Asphalt Paving & Parking Lot Maintenace, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 12 mi |
| Superior Grading Llc | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
How we ranked Lincoln excavating contractors
We scored 29 Lincoln 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 2, 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Lincoln?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Lincoln, AL is Wamble Contracting with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. River Oaks (#2) and Allstar Plumbing And Septic Service, Inc. (#3) follow. We ranked 29 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 2, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Lincoln?
ContractorsRanked ranks 29 excavating contractors serving Lincoln, AL. 1 of them is based in Lincoln; 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 Lincoln are open 24/7?
10 ranked excavating contractors in Lincoln post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Wamble Contracting (#1), River Oaks (#2) and Allstar Plumbing And Septic Service, Inc. (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Lincoln work on weekends?
18 of 29 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 13 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Wamble Contracting (#1), River Oaks (#2) and Allstar Plumbing And Septic Service, Inc. (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Lincoln excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 29 rated excavating contractors in Lincoln is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup has the most, 340 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 Lincoln count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Lincoln 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 Lincoln
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 29 excavating contractors serving Lincoln.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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