57/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 3,443 Google reviews, the most in Shelbyville.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Shelbyville, IN (2026)
61 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Shelbyville: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, CR Score 57/100; 4.8★ from 3,443 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 61.
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Most-reviewed: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, 990 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 61 ranked after Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
61 Shelbyville excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 10 are open 24/7, 25 open Saturdays and 11 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 61 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Shelbyville at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 57 | 4.8★ (3,443) | Indianapolis, 19 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 56 | 5.0★ (950) | Greenfield, 18 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 55 | 4.9★ (990) | Greenwood, 19 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 4 | Concrete Indy | 55 | 4.9★ (301) | Indianapolis, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Hoosier Dirt and Gravel | 55 | 5.0★ (4) | Shelbyville | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Ramsey Farms Ag Enterprises LLC | 54 | 5.0★ (3) | Shelbyville | Sat | — |
| 7 | GroundBreakers Hydrovac Excavation Services | 54 | 4.2★ (25) | Indianapolis, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Ledgewood Mulching | 53 | 5.0★ (7) | Indianapolis, 15 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 9 | M and C Excavating Co Inc | 52 | 3.9★ (7) | Shelbyville | — | — |
| 10 | Creech Excavation and Contracting | 52 | 5.0★ (26) | Columbus, 21 mi away | Sat | — |
The 61 best excavating contractors in Shelbyville, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Greenfield, 18 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 950 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Greenwood, 19 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 990 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indianapolis, 13 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 301 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Shelbyville
55/100CR ScoreRanked #5 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 Shelbyville
54/100CR ScoreRanked #6 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 Indianapolis, 20 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indianapolis, 15 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #8 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 Shelbyville
52/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbus, 21 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #10 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 Cumberland, 15 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Greensburg, 19 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #12 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 Greenwood, 17 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Franklin, 20 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 175 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Indianapolis, 17 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #15 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 Franklin, 14 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 64 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Septic system service”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Indianapolis, 20 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Greenwood, 18 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #18 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 Franklin, 14 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #19 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 Indianapolis, 20 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Rushville, 19 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Franklin, 17 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #22 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 Columbus, 18 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #23 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 Greenwood, 17 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ 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 Charlestown, 20 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Excavating contractors ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 61 ranked excavating contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Shelbyville
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 Junk Removal and Demo | 5.0★ (7) | In Shelbyville |
| 40K Civil Solutions | 5.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| B&K Construction, LLC | 1.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
| Bedell Plumbing | Heating & Cooling services | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Best Excavating | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| Buck's Plumbing Supply Inc. | 4.5★ (8) | In Shelbyville |
| Davis Homes - Stratford Place | In Shelbyville | |
| Dingman & Son Excavating | 5.0★ (2) | In Shelbyville |
| E&M Land Services | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Indiana Real Estate Maintenance | 5.0★ (1) | 8 mi |
| Jedidiah Construction, LLC | In Shelbyville | |
| Performance Underground, LLC. | In Shelbyville | |
| Priority One Inc. | 4.6★ (7) | In Shelbyville |
| Rebel Excavating | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| RICKETTS SEPTIC TANK SERVICE | 4.6★ (20) | In Shelbyville |
| Schwering Excavating, L.L.C. | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Stidams Excavation | 5.0★ (2) | In Shelbyville |
| Swift & Sons Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Swift Outdoors LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Shelbyville |
| Young and Sons Home Improvements | 5.0★ (1) | In Shelbyville |
How we ranked Shelbyville excavating contractors
We scored 61 Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Shelbyville?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Shelbyville, IN is Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup with a CR Score of 57/100. It has 4.8★ from 3,443 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3) follow. We ranked 61 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Shelbyville?
ContractorsRanked ranks 61 excavating contractors serving Shelbyville, IN. 5 of them are based in Shelbyville; 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 Shelbyville are open 24/7?
10 ranked excavating contractors in Shelbyville post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#1), Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Shelbyville work on weekends?
25 of 61 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 11 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#1), Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Shelbyville excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 61 rated excavating contractors in Shelbyville is 4.8★, with a median of 7 reviews. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup has the most, 3,443 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 Shelbyville count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 61 excavating contractors serving Shelbyville.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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