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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Surfside - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for 1 TOM PLUMBER ANAHEIM / BREA
1 TOM PLUMBER ANAHEIM / BREA
5.0(
21
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Response was amazing and fast. Arrived on time and kept me fully informed. Professional with complete set of moisture/ leak detection tools. Answered all our questions. Would love to recommend them."
Leak Detection
Plumbing
Sewage Cleanup
Leak Detection
Plumbing

+70

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.7(
42
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or Replace

Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Throughout our project, their general construction services were consistently professional and reliable. They managed every detail flawlessly, ensuring a smooth and efficient process from start to finish."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by17%of homeowners
Avatar for Impossible Plumbing Rooter
Impossible Plumbing Rooter
4.9(
8
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or ReplaceWater or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Alex and his crew were absolutely amazing! They dealt with me and coordinated with my tenants to get the job done without any issues. They worked on two different major projects. The first one was replacing all old the sewage lines. It was no easy task. They had to dig several feet down and under the foundation to the main sewer line. The second project was replacing my 2 water heaters. Everything was done to code and passed inspection with flying colors. They were very knowledgeable, responsible, respectful, and did a great job cleaning up as if nothing had been touched. I truly appreciate all their hard work since it is not easy to find good help nowadays. I would rehire Alex for any type of plumbing issues in the future and strongly recommend to anyone."
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Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.
4.1(
31
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or ReplaceWater or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This was an usual project. It was redoing a mini bar. Hard to find a contractor that would do it or had the time. Homepro was great lead by project manager Shir Hadad. Jumped right in there and took it on and got the job done. Really appreciate their professionalism."
Response time5 days
Recommended by77%of homeowners
C.J.D DEMOLITION
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

C.J.D. Demolition is a licensed, bonded, and insured building moving and demolition contractor based in Orange, California. Specializing in structural, selective, and interior teardowns, C.J.D. Demolition serves residential, commercial, and industrial clients across Orange County and the greater Southern California area.

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RSF Construction Inc.
1.0(
1
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Water or Fuel Tank - Install or ReplaceWater or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service 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!

Avatar for SES Builders inc
SES Builders inc
5.0(
97
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SES is the best company you can think of when it comes to remodeling your house. I finished my project 6 months ago and the communication was great. Maiia from the office kept on following up with every question we had. We had the SES app that we communicated easier and saw pictures of our project throughout the process. We live half of the year in Russia and due to COVID we couldn't come back so it took a while until we were able to see how it came out. Job was done properly, they cleaned the house when they finished and it was a pleasure to do business with them."
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+33

Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Thomas Parks Contracting
Thomas Parks Contracting
4.8(
100
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Parks and his workers were thorough, polite and efficient. My gutters were full and badly clogged because of several years of neglect. They removed all debris from my roof and dug out the gutters by hand until they got water freely flowing through the downspouts. It was a positive experience from beginning to end."
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+12

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for SPINO EXCAVATING INC
SPINO EXCAVATING INC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Surfside, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Spino Excavating Inc is a very competent contruction company. Their honesty and integrity is known in the Southern California industry. They work patiently and energetically with their project owners, architects, engineers, and of course us building inspectors. They have never failed to impress me on each project large or small. -- RAM-ESI"
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Surfside, CA

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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