Best Excavation Services in Pittsburgh, PA

16 contractors listed · all 16 in Pittsburgh · 8 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 31, 2026

412 Dumpsters & Demolition

412 Dumpsters & Demolition

5.0 50 reviews
“Worker were on time very polite cleaned everything up neatly contientious of not making marks on wall.”
Since 2021
5 Mason Rd
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Local Roots Landscaping

Local Roots Landscaping

4.9 45 reviews
“Planning and financing was honest, smart, flexible, and easy, and the design work--from 3D modeling to the care taken by the crew to the finished product was just perfect.”
Responds within 24 hoursICPI-certifiedFinancing availableSince 2014Serves Pittsburgh, Sewickley +6
6101 Penn Ave #201
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Pittsburgh Drain Guys

Pittsburgh Drain Guys

4.8 49 reviews
“He got us scheduled and then Bobbie, the very nice secretary, contacted us to let us know what day and what time the install would be.”
Serves Pittsburgh, surrounding areasSince 2002
119 Ormsby Ave
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Poremski Michael F Plumbing & Heating

Poremski Michael F Plumbing & Heating

5.0 10 reviews
“They are always polite and knowledgeable and go above and beyond for their customers.”
BBB A+Since 1989Family-owned
41 Glenbury St
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Peter J. Caruso & Sons

Peter J. Caruso & Sons

4.8 6 reviews
“John at caruso is very helpful and fair”
Free consultationBBB A+Since 1952
352 Baldwin Rd
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Rader Landscaping and Construction LLC

Rader Landscaping and Construction LLC

4.9 27 reviews
“He offered suggestions and improvements and adapted to minor changes I threw his way throughout without at all trying to upsell anything.”
Keystone-certifiedSince 2005Serves Baldwin, Bethel Park +16
5415 Clairton Blvd
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Listed for homeowners in and around Pittsburgh, PA, these 16 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: Pittsburgh, PA

All 16 contractors we list here are in Pittsburgh itself. We have 17 contractors in Pittsburgh on file; this page shows the highest-rated 16. The contractors on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 652 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these contractors on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (88%) and responsiveness (73%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the contractors on this page are "communication", "price" and "crew". 8 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the contractors on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 6 give free estimates; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 16 of the contractors on this page; 14 publish a contact page and 10 list a public email. We count these figures across the contractors on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the contractor before you book.

What do these contractors show on their sites?

All 16 excavation listings here point to a website. The useful pages are the equipment list and project photos: machine sizes tell you what will fit through your gate, and pictures of finished grading tell you more than a services page ever will.

Nate Brown Demolition

Nate Brown Demolition

4.8 17 reviews
“We will definitely recommend him to everyone we know, very professional and easy to work with Thanks Nate for Everything.”
Free consultationSince 2019
1388 Freeport Rd Suite 200
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J Bird's Landscaping LLC

J Bird's Landscaping LLC

4.5 20 reviews
“They have done a major earthwork and waterproofing project around my basement which prior to that leaked like a sieve.”
Free estimates30+ yearsServes South Hills, Pittsburgh
5143 Villaview Dr
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Nates Demolition and Clean-Out Services LLC

Nates Demolition and Clean-Out Services LLC

4.5 12 reviews
“I've had several clean out services by Nates Demo and I've been overly satisfied each time!”
Free consultationSince 2024Family-owned
732 Orchard Ave
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Pittsburgh Excavation

Pittsburgh Excavation

5.0 18 reviews
“Told them what we wanted and they executed it and had some really good ideas along the way.”
Since 2019
828 Wainwright Dr
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Pittsburgh French Drains and Excavating

Pittsburgh French Drains and Excavating

5.0 23 reviews
“They cleaned up so well that you couldn't even tell they had been at our home digging up our yard.”
Since 2021
3215 Shadyway Dr
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JJI Concrete Contractors

JJI Concrete Contractors

5.0 8 reviews
“JJI Concrete did a fantastic job on our driveway and walkway up to the house.”
Free estimatesSince 1995Serves Pittsburgh, PA, Allegheny County, Westmoreland County
1917 Nash Ave
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Noralco Corporation

Noralco Corporation

4.3 3 reviews
“Good customer service and responsible Price”
Since 2001
1920 Lincoln Rd
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Jase Construction Services

Jase Construction Services

5.0 2 reviews
“They had us on a wait list (which is understandable due to the nature of their business) but once they came, they were in and out in 2 weeks or so.”
Since 2008
9259 Perry Hwy
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JCF Services

JCF Services

5.0 3 reviews
“Thank you, the team is great with attention to detail and I highly recommend!!”
Free consultationSince 2022
43 Harwood St
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Stamm Development

Stamm Development

5.0 1 review
Free consultationSince 2014
1-d Denny Estates
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HomeExcavating CompaniesPennsylvaniaPittsburgh, PA

Why these companies made our list

What customers say about contractors in Pittsburgh

  • “Nate Brown Demolition was prompt, professional, did the work exactly as they quoted, even did a bit more.” — customer of Nate Brown Demolition
  • “Kenneth's team was responsive, worked diligently, asked questions and had solutions that all respected our budget.” — customer of Local Roots Landscaping
  • “I would highly recommend 412 Dumpsters and Demolition! Very professional all the way around!” — customer of 412 Dumpsters & Demolition
  • “Ken did a fabulous job with the design and was very responsive to my ideas and questions regarding plant choices.” — customer of Local Roots Landscaping
  • “Nate Brown Demolition was excellent. Nate is a great guy, easy to deal with and a great communicator.” — customer of Nate Brown Demolition

Excerpts from public reviews of the contractors listed on this page.

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