John E. Jenkins Inc.
“Urgent to respond, great people to work with, high quality results”
Best Excavation Services near Gastonia, NC
3 of these contractors are based in Gastonia; the others serve Gastonia from towns including Dallas (4 mi), Bessemer City (6 mi) and York, SC (11 mi).
9 open weekends · 11 rated 4.5+ · 2 show a license
Data verified October 31, 2026
Turner's Plumbing & Property Services
“I was slow to call them because I thought the price would be very high but was surprised when it was good.”
R&R Unlimited
“Awesome work and left the yard level and ready for sod.”
A L Parker Services
“From the very beginning, Parker took the time to listen to our goals, discuss options, and develop a plan that aligned with the vision we had for the project.”
Richardson Grading and Septic
“I would highly recommend Richardson Grading Company for any thing you may need done at your business or residence.”
Worthey Grading & Demolition
“Chris, along with his guys Dennis and Jim, cleared off 40+ years of accumulation on property I inherited and and hauled it off.”
Listed for homeowners in and around Gastonia, NC, these 13 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: Gastonia, NC
The 13 contractors on this page are rated from 3.0 to 5.0 across 300 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 11 are rated 4.5 or higher. 9 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 2 show a license on their websites and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 2 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 72 years. 3 give free estimates and 2 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 8 of the contractors on this page; 4 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.
Does distance matter for excavation work?
3 of the 13 contractors are based in Gastonia, and the others reach it from within 15 mi. Machines travel on trailers, and moving them is charged as mobilization, so a firm from further out may add that cost while a closer one absorbs it. Ask how it is billed.
Red Letter Earthworks LLC
“Glen and Ty completed this project beyond my expectations, offering professional suggestions along the way for improvement.”
Pursley Grading Co
“Thank you so much you made one family very happy and we will be BACK soon for more of their gravel, dirt, etc.”
J & A Hauling
“Jeff is the man to call for any skid steer and mini x work.”
Perkins Grading LLC
“The crew were professional and kept us up to date with what they were doing and made sure we were satisfied with the work being done.”
Grant Contractors LLC
Sisk Landscape and Grading Co.
Crossroads Grading and Hauling
“Cleared the dirt quickly and professionally.”
Why these companies made our list
What customers say about contractors near Gastonia
- “I very highly recommend Perkins Grading. Marty and his crew are very professional, friendly, and care about the quality of their workmanship.” — customer of Perkins Grading LLC
- “Richardson Grading saved us from making a bad decision and earned my future business with their honest experienced assessment.” — customer of Richardson Grading and Septic
- “Adam and his crew did a great job leveling and grading my side yard in Clover and putting in a drainage ditch.” — customer of A L Parker Services
- “The finished product turned out great, and we’ll be recommending Adam to anyone who needs grading work!” — customer of A L Parker Services
Excerpts from public reviews of the contractors listed on this page.
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