Best Excavation Services near Altoona, PA
1 of these contractors is based in Altoona; the others serve Altoona from towns including Duncansville (8 mi), East Freedom (11 mi) and Lilly (12 mi).
1 open 24/7 · 6 open weekends · 8 rated 4.5+ · 2 show a license
Data verified November 5, 2026
Dirtworks by Johnston
Weber Property Services LLC
Zane Helsel Excavating Inc
Hoover Excavation & Land Services
Knopp & Klatt Excavation
Listed for homeowners in and around Altoona, PA, these 10 contractors dig, grade and demolish. What each one says about machines, hauling and site work comes from its own website; the ratings and comments on this page are from public reviews.

Area overview: Altoona, PA
9 of the 10 contractors on this page have a rating, from 3.9 to 5.0 across 191 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 8 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open around the clock; 6 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 2 show a license on their websites. 3 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 13 years. 1 offers emergency call-outs; 2 give free estimates and 3 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 8 of the contractors on this page; 6 publish a contact page and 4 list a public email. We count these figures across the contractors on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the contractor before you book.
Do any of these contractors say they are licensed?
2 of the 10 listings on this page show a license on their websites. Check the claim with the issuing board, and ask separately for a certificate of insurance sent by the insurer rather than a copy forwarded by the contractor.