62/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 1,346 Google reviews, the most in Springfield.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Best Excavating Contractors in Springfield, IL (2026)
27 excavating contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Springfield: Rick Ray and Sons Plumbing, CR Score 62/100; 4.9★ from 1,346 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Steve Ray Plumbing Service Inc., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 27.
- 4
Most-reviewed: Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services, 1,002 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 27 ranked after Rick Ray and Sons Plumbing; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
27 Springfield excavating contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 10 are open 24/7, 15 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 27 rated businesses.
Top 10 excavating contractors in Springfield at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rick Ray and Sons Plumbing | 62 | 4.9★ (1,346) | Springfield | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Steve Ray Plumbing Service Inc. | 60 | 4.8★ (655) | Springfield | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services | 59 | 4.9★ (259) | Springfield | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services | 59 | 4.8★ (1,002) | Chatham, 9 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 5 | Robinson Excavating & Concrete | 55 | 4.8★ (9) | Springfield | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Fraase Excavating, Inc. | 55 | 5.0★ (15) | Springfield | — | — |
| 7 | Central Illinois Excavation | 55 | 5.0★ (13) | Springfield | — | — |
| 8 | Lufkin Environmental | 55 | 4.9★ (56) | Springfield | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Excavating & Drainage Solutions | 54 | 4.7★ (12) | Springfield | — | — |
| 10 | Nehrt Excavating | 54 | 4.4★ (7) | Centralia, 11 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
The 27 best excavating contractors in Springfield, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Springfield
60/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 655 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
59/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 259 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Chatham, 9 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 1,002 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
55/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Concrete contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
55/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
55/100CR ScoreRanked #7 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 Springfield
55/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 56 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
54/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Excavating contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#10 Nehrt Excavating
Based in Centralia, 11 mi away
54/100CR 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 Springfield
54/100CR 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 Springfield
53/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bloomington, 19 mi away
53/100CR 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 Springfield
53/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 1.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Landscaper”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
52/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 199 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
52/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
51/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
50/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
49/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
49/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Demolition contractor”.
Based on 7 of 10 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Downers Grove, 21 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.0★ from 41 Google reviews.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
47/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Gutter cleaning service”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Springfield
47/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brighton, 22 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Concrete contractor”.
Based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Douglas, 21 mi away
44/100CR ScoreRanked #25 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.
All 27 excavating contractors
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #27, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Arteman's Construction | 43 | 4.0★ (4) | 21 mi |
| 27 | Wreck It © Demolition Contractor | 41 | 5.0★ (4) | 23 mi |
Also serving Springfield
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.
How we ranked Springfield excavating contractors
We scored 27 Springfield 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 Springfield 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 Springfield: frequently asked questions
Who is the best excavating contractor in Springfield?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked excavating contractor in Springfield, IL is Rick Ray and Sons Plumbing with a CR Score of 62/100. It has 4.9★ from 1,346 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Steve Ray Plumbing Service Inc. (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services (#3) follow. We ranked 27 excavating contractors on ten factors, last updated November 2, 2026.
How many excavating contractors are there in Springfield?
ContractorsRanked ranks 27 excavating contractors serving Springfield, IL. 19 of them are based in Springfield; 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 Springfield are open 24/7?
10 ranked excavating contractors in Springfield post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Rick Ray and Sons Plumbing (#1), Steve Ray Plumbing Service Inc. (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which excavating contractors in Springfield work on weekends?
15 of 27 ranked excavating contractors post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Rick Ray and Sons Plumbing (#1), Steve Ray Plumbing Service Inc. (#2) and Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
What Google rating do Springfield excavating contractors have?
The median Google rating among 27 rated excavating contractors in Springfield is 4.9★, with a median of 11 reviews. Rick Ray and Sons Plumbing has the most, 1,346 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 Springfield count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Springfield 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 Springfield
- November 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 27 excavating contractors serving Springfield.
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