58/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 495 Google reviews, the most in Redlands.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Redlands, CA (2026)
41 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Redlands: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, CR Score 58/100; 4.8★ from 495 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Gilstrap Excavating, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 41.
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Most-reviewed: Essential Plumbing Services LLC - Best Plumber in Redlands, CA, 100 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 41 ranked after Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
41 Redlands excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 9 are open 24/7, 24 open Saturdays and 17 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 41 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Redlands at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 58 | 4.8★ (495) | Riverside, 14 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Gilstrap Excavating | 56 | 5.0★ (4) | Crestline, 8 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Bennett Excavation | 56 | 4.8★ (23) | Crestline, 15 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 4 | Essential Plumbing Services LLC - Best Plumber in Redlands, CA | 55 | 5.0★ (100) | Calimesa, 14 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 5 | United Rentals - Trench Safety | 55 | 5.0★ (42) | Riverside, 11 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Drilling & Trenching Supply Inc | 53 | 5.0★ (4) | Colton, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Brueske Grading, Inc. | 52 | 5.0★ (6) | Riverside, 20 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Bacon Wagner Excavating Inc | 52 | 4.3★ (4) | San Bernardino, 12 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Davis Plumbing & Heating Inc | 52 | 4.7★ (97) | Good Hope, 24 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | TBR Excavation | 52 | 5.0★ (3) | Hesperia, 24 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 41 best excavating contractors in Redlands, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Crestline, 8 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #2 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 Crestline, 15 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Calimesa, 14 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 100 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Riverside, 11 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Colton, 9 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #6 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 Riverside, 20 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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 San Bernardino, 12 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ 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 Good Hope, 24 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 97 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#10 TBR Excavation
Based in Hesperia, 24 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #10 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 Redlands
51/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Riverside, 13 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #12 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 Rancho Cucamonga, 24 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 65 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Highland, 6 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Spring Valley Lake, 8 mi away
51/100CR 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 Burbank, 9 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#17 MMC Hernandez
Based in Riverside, 18 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Corona, 24 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Oak Hills, 25 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 78 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Alhambra, 9 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Rialto, 12 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #21 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 Good Hope, 18 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Concrete contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#23 Dakeno Inc
Based in Riverside, 12 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #23 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 Hesperia, 24 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Riverside, 15 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Concrete contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
All 41 excavating contractors
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #41, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Main Street Demolition of Fontana | 48 | 5.0★ (12) | 17 mi |
| 27 | RS Construction Services | 48 | 5.0★ (5) | 4 mi |
| 28 | Total Build & Remodel LLC | 48 | 4.5★ (6) | 23 mi |
| 29 | S-Line Contractors | 48 | 5.0★ (14) | 14 mi |
| 30 | Diamond Grading, Inc. | 48 | 3.7★ (3) | 17 mi |
| 31 | Main Street Demolition of Rancho Cucamonga | 47 | 5.0★ (11) | 22 mi |
| 32 | Mike Zarp, Inc. | 46 | 2.8★ (6) | 25 mi |
| 33 | Main Street Demolition of Ontario | 46 | 5.0★ (9) | 24 mi |
| 34 | Delta Trucking, Inc. | 45 | 2.5★ (11) | 10 mi |
| 35 | A&J Septic Services | 45 | 4.8★ (16) | 16 mi |
| 36 | Bonafide Earthworks | 44 | 5.0★ (6) | 15 mi |
| 37 | Central City Enterprises | 44 | 3.6★ (7) | 11 mi |
| 38 | Ken Willis Construction, Inc | 43 | 4.5★ (18) | 24 mi |
| 39 | Scorpion Backhoe | 43 | 4.0★ (8) | 24 mi |
| 40 | Porter's Firewood | 41 | 4.0★ (9) | 24 mi |
| 41 | Gordon Equipment Services | 40 | 2.4★ (7) | 24 mi |
Also serving Redlands
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Burrola Construction Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | In Redlands |
| Cayman Construction Inc | In Redlands | |
| City Service Paving | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Eastland Construction Inc | 3.0★ (2) | In Redlands |
| Floor Plans Construction & Development, Inc | In Redlands | |
| HLS Landscape of Redlands | 5.0★ (2) | In Redlands |
| Hondo Construction | 5.0★ (1) | In Redlands |
| Indian Construction Inc | 3.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| L&P Construction | In Redlands | |
| PJS Excavation Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Pro Grading Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Redlands HVAC Air & Comfort Experts | In Redlands | |
| Redlands Plumbing Company | In Redlands | |
| Redlands Pro HVAC Repair | 5.0★ (2) | In Redlands |
| Riverside Trash Talkers | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| S & S Backhoe | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Signature Construction | In Redlands | |
| Steidle Construction | In Redlands | |
| Stillings Construction | In Redlands | |
| Tony Leyva Backhoe Services Inc | 3.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
How we ranked Redlands excavating contractors
We scored 41 Redlands 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 Redlands 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 Redlands: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Redlands?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Redlands, CA is Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup with a CR Score of 58/100. It has 4.8★ from 495 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Gilstrap Excavating (#2) and Bennett Excavation (#3) follow. We ranked 41 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Redlands?
ContractorsRanked ranks 41 excavating contractors serving Redlands, CA. 1 of them is based in Redlands; 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 Redlands are open 24/7?
9 ranked excavating contractors in Redlands post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#1), Gilstrap Excavating (#2) and Essential Plumbing Services LLC - Best Plumber in Redlands, CA (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Redlands work on weekends?
24 of 41 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 17 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#1), Gilstrap Excavating (#2) and Bennett Excavation (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Redlands excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 41 rated excavating contractors in Redlands is 4.8★, with a median of 9 reviews. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup has the most, 495 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 Redlands count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Redlands 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 Redlands
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 41 excavating contractors serving Redlands.
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