Top-rated excavation pros.

Get matched with top excavation pros in Harleysville, PA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Excavation pros in Harleysville

Avatar for AC Excavation LLC
AC Excavation LLC
5.0(
6
)

Serving Harleysville, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Al to excavate a stormwater management system for my new Pole Barn. He arrived on site on time, prepared with all materials needed to dig a 775 cu ft. trench and install the required corrugated pipe and downspout clean outs, and even worked into the dark with auxiliary lighting to complete the project per township requirements before bad weather set in. I liked that even before I awarded Al the job, he had already stopped by the township zoning office to gain a better understanding of the specifics for my parcel. Although there is still some minor grading work left to do, Al was able to get me through a successful township inspection without issue. Al will be back to add topsoil and cut cleanout pipes to grade level once the ground thaws. I admire that Al frequently asks if your happy with the work throughout the process, as well as explain each step. I plan to bring Al back to finish cutting cleanouts to grade level, and I plan to hire Al to do the final landscaping."
Down spout  drainage piping
Down spout drainage pipe
Down Spout drainage piping
Down Spout drainage piping
Down Spout drainage piping

+174

Response time50 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avatar for Grassroots Property Maintenance, Inc.
Grassroots Property Maintenance, Inc.
4.5(
45
)

Serving Harleysville, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very happy we were able to hire Kenny and his crew to do some excavation work in our yard! Showed up promptly and was very kind and kept us updated. Would highly recommend and look forward to doing further business in the future!"
All types
All types
All types
Seasonal clean up
Seasonal clean up

+15

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Fabiano's Construction
Fabiano's Construction
4.8(
73
)

Serving Harleysville, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did excellent work , they were reliable knowledgeable professionals and were very punctual and were easy to contact throughout the entire process from quote to finish . I would absolutely recommend them to anyone needing home repairs"
decks
decks
decks
decks
decks

+6

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
Avatar for Halteman Landscaping, LLC
Halteman Landscaping, LLC
4.6(
64
)

Serving Harleysville, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This was a huge project requiring removal of 25+ yrs of landscaping & redoing about 3/4's of my yard. For that very reason I wanted to be sure the person I hired knew what he was doing so I was willing to pay for that. Quality work, quality products, quality healthy trees & bushes & excellent service. Greg works with you, resolves any mistakes or oversights amicably. His staff were friendly & many times did thoughtful things I didn't ask to be done like trimming hanging or dead tree branches or asked if there was some other little thing I needed done. I couldn't be happier with the end result."
Before
After
Front Yard Landscape
Front Yard Landscape
Front Yard Landscape

+136

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Improved Earth, LLC
Improved Earth, LLC
5.0(
6
)

Serving Harleysville, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely great, friendly, fast, professional and experienced. Goes the extra mile to make sure you are satisfied. I was in a bind when the excavating company I hired could not show up to do some work and we had a pool scheduled to be installed in a couple of days. Improved Earth showed up quickly and did the work (and even did more than requested). They even gave me advice on what to look out for when finishing the pool landscaping and grading. I will definitely use them again in the future and recommend to friends."
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for J&N concrete & excavation LLC
J&N concrete & excavation LLC
4.8(
5
)

Serving Harleysville, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an excellent experience from start to finish. The team was highly professional, communicated clearly, and completed the work in a timely manner. Their pricing was very fair for the quality of service provided, and they went above and beyond with a thorough clean-up after the job was done. It was truly a pleasure working with J & N Concrete Excavation LLC and I would highly recommend their services to anyone, we had such a great experience I’ve booked 2 more jobs with them."
New Back yard
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

+1

30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Davis Home Remodel and Flips
Davis Home Remodel and Flips
5.0(
6
)

Serving Harleysville, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Davis and Hector who was with him helping with the job were both very nice and personable. The job was done thoroughly, efficiently, and at a reasonable cost. He was also able to do it a day earlier than originally projected which was a huge lifesaver for us because we had family coming last minute notice for the weekend. Definitely recommend Mr Davis! Thank You again Mr Davis!"
Response time10 mins
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 177

FAQs for excavation projects in Harleysville, PA

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.

The Harleysville, PA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.