Simple Yard
“I had Simple Yard perform snow shovelling services this winter and they were great.”
Best Excavation Services near Cochrane, AB
3 of these contractors are based in Cochrane; the others serve Cochrane from Calgary (32 km).
2 open 24/7 · 6 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+ · 2 show a licence
Data verified October 19, 2026
Vollmin Trees
“Cole and his team did an incredible job of planting a number of beautiful Colorado spruce in our yard.”
The Arborest Expert Tree Service Ltd.
“Well done, efficiently managed and explained the work in detail as to what was needed and why”
Mr. Mike's Excavation & Trenchless
“Mike's Excavation & Trench-less service team of ( David,Hamza, Liam and Brandon) did an excellent job using there trench less bursting technology system to replace my collapsed sewer line today.”
Chabbco Ltd
“I recently had the pleasure of hiring Chabbco Ltd to level my yard and lay down fresh sod, and I am absolutely thrilled with the incredible results.”
SCS Seasonal Construction Services Inc.
“SCS Construction trenched 8 foot deep lines for water and electrical to the house, barn, shop and garage; as well, they communicated with the county inspector to ensure all codes were met.”
Listed for homeowners in and around Cochrane, AB, these 10 contractors handle digging, grading and demolition. Each listing reflects what the contractor publishes about its own equipment and coverage, while the ratings and comments are pulled from public reviews.
Area overview: Cochrane, AB
The 10 contractors on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 468 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews. When customers rate these contractors on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), quality (90%) and responsiveness (84%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the contractors on this page are "price" and "cleanliness". 2 are open around the clock; 6 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 2 show a licence on their websites. 4 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 19 years. 2 offer emergency call-outs; 4 give free estimates and 3 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 10 of the contractors on this page; all 10 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the contractors on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the contractor before you book.
Does distance matter for excavation work?
3 of the 10 contractors are based in Cochrane, with the rest within 35 km. Every machine arrives on a float, and that move gets charged, so distance shows up as a mobilization line rather than as a worse job. Ask whether it is in the quote or extra.
Rocky Ridge Excavating Ltd
“Joel, John and the team designed and installed a complete septic system for us.”
Landmass Dirtworx Ltd
Patriarch Construction Inc.
“They took the time to meet us in person at the site to discuss the project, ensuring we were on the same page.”
Calgary Asbestos Abatement Ltd.
“Calgary Asbestos Abatement company was easily the most professional company we dealt with during our renovation.”
Why these companies made our list
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