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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Cloverdale - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for C & L Bulldozing
C & L Bulldozing
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cloverdale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

We specialize in land clearing, fence row clearing, site prep, cleaning and digging ponds, building pads, all types of dirt work. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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Recommended by60%of homeowners
Avatar for Collinwood Excavation
Collinwood Excavation
4.3(
24
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cloverdale, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your excavation needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Collinwood Excavation a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Pool Prep & Backfill
Lot clearing
Pool Grading
Bushhogging
Basement Dig

+25

Response time2 days
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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DeBoer Dirt and Land
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Cloverdale, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our Dirt and Land Management company has been serving the community for many years. We are a team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing top-notch service to our clients. We have the knowledge, expertise, and equipment necessary to handle any land management challenge. From land clearing and grading to excavation and demolition, we have the skills and resources to tackle your job. We believe that our commitment to excellence, customer service, and safety sets us apart from our competitors. We are proud of the work we do and the positive impact it has on our clients and their communities. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve your land management goals.\n\nLand Clearing: We can clear your land of trees, brush, and other unwanted vegetation to prepare it for new construction or other uses. We can brush hog large or small property and clear fence lines.\nGrading: We can improve drainage and potholes for gravel and dirt driveways.\nExcavation: We can dig trenches and other types of excavation to prepare your land for new construction or to install utilities.\nDemolition: We can safely tear down buildings, structures, and other obstacles on your land to clear the way for new development.\nSite Preparation: We can prepare your land for planting, or other uses by removing debris, grading, and making any necessary improvements.\nHauling: We can haul away debris, dirt, or other materials from your land to clear the way for new development.

Burnt house
Burnt house
Cleared and leveled to home owners preference.
Finished to desired grade.
House demolition

+39

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for BCB Farms
BCB Farms
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cloverdale, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have never felt so comfortable working with any other company I have ever hired for any kind of work. Fantastic people, honest, great work. We will hire BCB anytime we need excavating or land maintenance work. As a previous reviewer; we met them on-site of our land to go over the plans. A couple months later Cassie called us. They sent pictures each day of the work and we live 700 miles away. Looking forward to a long relationship."
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Finished
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+8

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for watkins excavation and grading llc
watkins excavation and grading llc
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Cloverdale, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Here at Watkins land clearing we offer a lot of services including: land clearing, pond mowing, bushoging, vegetation control, stump removal, driveway, house pads, and more! We have been working since 2019 and we are licensed and bonded! Customer satisfaction is guaranteed!!!! There’s not a job too big or too small we can’t complete. if you have a dream let’s make it happen! Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

B&e farms
Holloday, TN
Land clearing in Tuscumbia
Driveway repair
B&e farms

+86

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Slay Excavation
5.0(
1
)
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cloverdale, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Slay Excavation is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We are a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Cloverdale, 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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