Best Excavation Services near Sylvan Lake, AB
None of these contractors is based in Sylvan Lake; they work from towns including Lacombe, Red Deer and Penhold.
24 contractors listed · 7 open 24/7 · 9 open weekends · 15 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a licence
Data verified October 18, 2026
Trenchless Guys
“I cannot say enough awesome things about these guys they gave me reasonable price options their work was quick and effective and straight to the point I wouldn't recommend anyone else but these guys thank you!”
Bettenson's Sand & Gravel Co Ltd
“Polite staff, I only get a small amount of fill at a time but they are always nice and accomodating.”
Dirt Werx
Monarch Earthworks LTD
“Amazing customer service and did a great job at removing a tree in my front yard.”
Velocity Hydrovac Services Ltd
“They are great guys to work with and they always go above and beyond for us.”
Listed for homeowners in and around Sylvan Lake, AB, these 24 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: Sylvan Lake, AB
23 of the 24 contractors on this page have a rating, from 3.7 to 5.0 across 177 reviews; 15 are rated 4.5 or higher. When customers rate these contractors on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), quality (80%) and responsiveness (80%). 7 are open around the clock; 9 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. 1 shows a licence on its website. Domain records put 6 websites of the contractors on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 7 offer emergency call-outs; 6 give free estimates and 7 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 22 of the contractors on this page; 19 publish a contact page and 15 list a public email. We count these figures across the contractors on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the contractor before you book.
What do these contractors show on their sites?
22 of the 24 excavation listings here point to a website. Look for the equipment list and photos of completed sites. Machine size decides access, and a firm that shows restored, graded ground rather than only dramatic digging pictures is telling you how it finishes a job.
J.e.d. Anchors & Environmental & Drilling
“Enjoyed working with Rick, Ray and Jason from JED Drilling; the Fraste XL is a great unit that worked well for my project.”
AAA Equipment Services
“Would recommend Tyler for any job related to maintenance or snow removal!”
Gilmar Construction Ltd
“Provided hydrovac services for my property at a reasonable price within a reasonable time line.”
Diamond Demolition
“Nick was excellent to communicate with, he made the whole demolition super easy and efficient.”
Precision Bobcat Services Ltd
“Mike did a great job excavating a dog run for me on short notice.”
Bron Excavation Inc.
“Bryce and His team are great to work with, I recommend these guys to anyone.”
Thompson Ditching
“Friendly staff that know what they are doing.”
Apex Sawing & Drilling Ltd.
“Best concrete company we've worked with in the past 15 years!”
BJ Bobcat and Trucking Ltd.
Brothers Trenching
“With each interaction, he and his crew were open to sharing their wealth of knowledge and expertise, which set at ease any concerns we raised or questions we had.”
G & R Enviro Core
“Ray and the whole family for that matter go above and beyond to get the job done!”
Howell's Excavating Ltd
“Drivers and office staff are great and they are definitely our go to company!”
Baseline Ltd.
“I would recommend Baseline to anyone that wants to put their project in competent and trustworthy hands.”
Prograde Excavating Inc.
“These guys came in and did the job on time and for the price they quoted.”
Grayson Excavating Ltd
Jackson Construction (1996) Ltd
DB Bobcat Services Ltd.
“Awsome staff and quick service and communication got what i needed when i needed it”
Tree Eater Inc. Formerly Klassen Blade Contracting Ltd.
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