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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Clayton - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Preferred Excavation
Preferred Excavation
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Clayton, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I can’t say enough good things about Preferred Excavation and the work they do! Very good with communication! Very reasonable and fair pricing! No surprises! I have hired them to do a second job because I was so impressed with the first job they did!"
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Avatar for Load & Go Dumpster and Junk Removal
Load & Go Dumpster and Junk Removal
5.0(
18
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Clayton, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY PLEASE. Our MINIMUM is $200. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In\norder to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is\nbased on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Matthew
Junk Removal

+40

33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JDEV CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Clayton, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We're committed to providing dependable, high-quality handyman services for homeowners and businesses. Whether you need minor repairs, home maintenance, or installation services, we take pride in delivering workmanship you can trust.

Stair Remodel
Stair Remodel
Stair Remodel
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Recommended by25%of homeowners
Talton Contracting
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Clayton, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

I’m Josh, owner of Groundline Contracting. With hands-on experience in excavation and site supervision, I provide land clearing, grading, pond building, and underground utility work. I take pride in honest communication, hard work, and treating your property with the same care I would my own. Every job is an opportunity to earn your trust and help bring your plans to life.

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Holloway Land Restoration, LLC
4.8(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Clayton, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Holloway Land Restoration, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

Holloway Pond
Holloway Pond
Holloway Pond
Holloway Pond
Before

+5

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for M & T Handyman & Excavating Services
M & T Handyman & Excavating Services
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Clayton, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Nathan and James were the absolute perfect people to work with. I wanted about an acre clear with trees to knock down, stumps filled in, roots managed, and logs cleared out. They kept all our appointments to talk about the project and gave me a firm date on when they would start and finish. They stuck to it and worked hard, totally exceeding my expectations. They were fair and reasonable with prices, if you need excavation or anything of the sort done you need to call these guys, I'm definitely going to get them to help me out for my next projects."
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Jim M Ditch and Fence Row Clearing

+195

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for GRACE UNDERBRUSH & EXCAVATION, LLC
GRACE UNDERBRUSH & EXCAVATION, LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Clayton, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Grace Underbrush & Excavation, LLC is a leading provider of excavation, grading, preparation, and land clearing services, proudly serving Florida, Alabama, and Georgia. With over 27 years of experience, the company has built a reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality results on both residential and commercial projects. Specializing in land clearing, grading, and site preparation, Grace Underbrush & Excavation is committed to ensuring each project is completed efficiently, on time, and to the highest standards. Their skilled team utilizes advanced equipment and techniques to handle a wide range of tasks, from clearing brush to preparing land for construction. Whether it's leveling a site for a new build, grading a driveway, or performing complex excavation work, the company is dedicated to providing exceptional service and exceeding customer expectations. Grace Underbrush & Excavation is the trusted partner for all excavation needs across Florida, Alabama, and Georgia.

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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First step Environmental
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Clayton, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

First Step Environmental is a family owned business that has operated in Alabama for many years and also travels around the country when our services are needed during natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornados and ice storms. Our employees are very polite and knowledgeable on their scope of work. Our equipment is late model, well maintained and ready to do the job. Our normal operation area is most of south Alabama, north Florida and southwest Georgia. We remove all types of trees and vegetation even in the hardest to get to areas. We also prune or trim orchards and fence rows and do land clearing and burning services.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for J&H Tree Service
J&H Tree Service
4.8(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Clayton, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are locally owned and operated. We Service the entire wiregrass area. We are very reliable, trustworthy and professional company who provides themselves on excellent customer service and go above and beyond for our customers! We are a one stop shop for all of your tree service needs and land and lot clearing. We are a very highly skilled tree service company who takes extra precautions to ensure your property will be taken care of as if it was our own. We are licensed, bonded, & Insured! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today! We will save you money!\n\nWe support our military & law enforcement officers! We offer 10% off any service 365 days a year!\n

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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Clayton, AL

Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.

When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.

Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.

If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.

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