57/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Sidney, OH (2026)
25 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Sidney: Larison Drainage & Excavating LLC, CR Score 57/100; 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 5 PM.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 25.
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Most-reviewed: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup, 972 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 25 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
25 Sidney excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 11 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 25 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Sidney at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Larison Drainage & Excavating LLC | 57 | 5.0★ (14) | Sidney | Sat · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | J R Edwards Excavating & Ponds | 55 | 4.3★ (6) | Sidney | — | — |
| 3 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 55 | 4.7★ (972) | Springfield, 25 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 4 | Krafft Water Solutions LLC Excavating | 53 | 5.0★ (4) | Auburn, 18 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Huelskamp Drainage and Excavation Inc. | 53 | 3.9★ (11) | Sidney | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | J&M Services Of Miami Valley LLC | 53 | 5.0★ (15) | Clayton, 17 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Bobcat of Troy | 51 | 4.7★ (35) | Troy, 18 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Baker Excavating & Concrete | 51 | 5.0★ (3) | Troy, 11 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 9 | Apex Demolition & Excavation | 51 | 5.0★ (13) | Vandalia, 24 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 10 | BLC Dryer Vent Cleaning Services Bellefontaine, OH | 50 | 4.4★ (7) | Bellefontaine, 22 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
The 25 best excavating contractors in Sidney, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Sidney
55/100CR ScoreRanked #2 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 Springfield, 25 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 972 Google reviews, the most in Sidney.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Auburn, 18 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #4 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 Sidney
53/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.9★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Clayton, 17 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Troy, 18 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Troy, 11 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #8 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 Vandalia, 24 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bellefontaine, 22 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Troy, 16 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #11 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 Piqua, 12 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Saint Marys, 21 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #13 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 Wapakoneta, 21 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #14 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.
#15 JC BANDIT
Based in Huber Heights, 25 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#16 T.C. Holzen Inc.
Based in New Carlisle, 24 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ 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 Tipp City, 21 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#18 Adams Excavating
Based in Wapakoneta, 25 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Piqua, 10 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Custom home builder”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Piqua, 11 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #20 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 Greenville, 25 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Concrete contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#22 H&S Asphalt LLC
Based in Bellefontaine, 22 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Asphalt contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Troy, 20 mi away
43/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#24 NicKelly, Inc
Based in Wapakoneta, 20 mi away
42/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wapakoneta, 25 mi away
42/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Also serving Sidney
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Algren Excavating | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Bang Excavating & Demolition | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| Blackie's Excavating | 5.0★ (1) | 13 mi |
| Clark's Excavating | 5.0★ (1) | In Sidney |
| CMH232 | In Sidney | |
| Corner Construction Company LLC | 5.0★ (19) | In Sidney |
| CTT PRoPERTieS LLC | In Sidney | |
| Cy Schwieterman Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Doak Earthworks | 5.0★ (11) | In Sidney |
| F&S Corp LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 9 mi |
| Great Miami Construction | 5.0★ (2) | In Sidney |
| Integrity Bobcat LLC. | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Kinnison Excavating Inc | 5.0★ (1) | 8 mi |
| Miami valley demo & excavating | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Milligan Construction Co | 4.5★ (2) | In Sidney |
| Precision Foundation Repair | In Sidney | |
| Schaub Excavating Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| SELMCO Metal Fabricators Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | In Sidney |
| Spearman Brothers Inc | In Sidney | |
| Wiegman Excavating LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
How we ranked Sidney excavating contractors
We scored 25 Sidney 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 Sidney 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 Sidney: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Sidney?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Sidney, OH is Larison Drainage & Excavating LLC with a CR Score of 57/100. It has 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 5 PM. J R Edwards Excavating & Ponds (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3) follow. We ranked 25 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 3, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Sidney?
ContractorsRanked ranks 25 excavating contractors serving Sidney, OH. 3 of them are based in Sidney; 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 Sidney are open 24/7?
2 ranked excavating contractors in Sidney post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3) and Krafft Water Solutions LLC Excavating (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Sidney work on weekends?
11 of 25 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Larison Drainage & Excavating LLC (#1), Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup (#3) and Krafft Water Solutions LLC Excavating (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Sidney excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 25 rated excavating contractors in Sidney is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup has the most, 972 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 Sidney count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Sidney 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 Sidney
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 25 excavating contractors serving Sidney.
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