62/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 638 Google reviews, the most in Richmond.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Richmond, IN (2026)
18 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Richmond: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services, CR Score 62/100; 4.9★ from 638 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Start 2 Finish Excavating, Inc., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 18.
- 5
Most-reviewed: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, 549 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 18 ranked after Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
18 Richmond excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 7 are open 24/7, 13 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 18 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Richmond at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services | 62 | 4.9★ (638) | Richmond | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Start 2 Finish Excavating, Inc. | 58 | 4.9★ (43) | Eaton, 20 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | KW Earthworks | 58 | 4.7★ (21) | Connersville, 8 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 4 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 56 | 4.9★ (183) | Eaton, 15 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 56 | 4.9★ (549) | Greenville, 23 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 6 | Alliance Septic and Excavating LLC | 55 | 5.0★ (18) | Trotwood, 24 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Williams Creek Excavating LLC | 54 | 5.0★ (7) | Connersville, 22 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Frame's Lawn Care & Snow Removal | 53 | 4.7★ (58) | Richmond | Sat | — |
| 9 | Sasser Excavation & Drainage, LLC | 53 | 5.0★ (3) | Connersville, 14 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Hale's Dirty Work llc. | 52 | 5.0★ (3) | New Castle, 17 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 18 best excavating contractors in Richmond, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Eaton, 20 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Connersville, 8 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Eaton, 15 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 183 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Greenville, 23 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 549 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Trotwood, 24 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Connersville, 22 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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.
Based in Richmond
53/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 58 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Connersville, 14 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #9 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 New Castle, 17 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 Eaton, 14 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#12 K & K Excavating
Based in Connersville, 15 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Richmond
50/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 35 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Richmond
49/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#15 Grf & Sons, Inc.
Based in Richmond
48/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
#16 Big L Services
Based in Brookville, 23 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Eaton, 23 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Lawn sprinkler system contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Connersville, 17 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.9★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Home builder”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Also serving Richmond
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3a Exterior Cleaning Services, LLC | 5.0★ (15) | In Richmond |
| ClearPath Excavating, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| Cox Excavating Plus LLC | 4.5★ (2) | In Richmond |
| Drew's Drywall | In Richmond | |
| Frank Construction & Excavating | 4.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Hoskins Paving and Excavating | 5.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| J Field Bushhogging Service | In Richmond | |
| JDK Company, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 19 mi |
| Jerry Rader Excavating | 4.5★ (2) | 20 mi |
| Maintenance Bros. Site Works | MBSW | 5.0★ (1) | In Richmond |
| Potter's LLC | 4.0★ (2) | In Richmond |
| Reynolds Service Tech Inc | In Richmond | |
| Richmond Excavation Inc. | In Richmond | |
| Ronnie Phillips Construction | 5.0★ (1) | 20 mi |
| ServiceMaster by Crossroads - Richmond | In Richmond | |
| Showalter Randy | 4.0★ (2) | In Richmond |
| Stahl Excavation | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| Stebbins Excavating Inc | 5.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| Toschlog Excavation LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Richmond |
| Wildman Excavating | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
How we ranked Richmond excavating contractors
We scored 18 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Richmond?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Richmond, IN is Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services with a CR Score of 62/100. It has 4.9★ from 638 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Start 2 Finish Excavating, Inc. (#2) and KW Earthworks (#3) follow. We ranked 18 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Richmond?
ContractorsRanked ranks 18 excavating contractors serving Richmond, IN. 5 of them are based in Richmond; 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 Richmond are open 24/7?
7 ranked excavating contractors in Richmond post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services (#1), Start 2 Finish Excavating, Inc. (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Richmond work on weekends?
13 of 18 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 9 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services (#1), Start 2 Finish Excavating, Inc. (#2) and KW Earthworks (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Richmond excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 18 rated excavating contractors in Richmond is 4.9★, with a median of 17 reviews. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services has the most, 638 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 Richmond count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Richmond 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 Richmond
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 18 excavating contractors serving Richmond.
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