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Dig It Right From the Start

Certified in septic work, 10 years of experience, and a hands-on owner who treats every property with care. Residential excavation done the right way.

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Over 51 Happy Customers!

Hire a Trusted Excavation Company for Better Builds in Dry Ridge, KY, and Nearby Counties

Dealing with excavation problems can throw off your schedule, lead to costly mistakes, and create long-term headaches for homeowners. A reliable excavation company like Holder Excavating brings structure and clarity to your project in Dry Ridge, KY, and nearby counties, helping you build with confidence. Reach out today to get started.

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Real People Who Care About the Details

Our team is small by choice, so we can stay focused on what matters: doing great work and taking care of the people who hire us. We are a residential-focused business run by a husband-and-wife team. With 10 years of experience and certified in septic installation and repair, our excavating contractor takes pride in doing things the right way. Every project we take on gets our full attention. We treat your home like it is our own.

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All the Dirt on What We Do Best

We help prepare your property with precision as your go-to excavating contractor, ready to dig safely for foundations, utilities, and drainage. When overgrowth becomes a problem, we step in with dependable land clearing services to open up space for new builds or cleanups.

Our land grading services correct drainage and shape the ground for smoother surfaces and safer structures. For homeowners needing a trusted team, our septic system services handle everything from inspection to installation. If you have plans for a farm or recreational water feature, our experienced pond builders know how to design and dig it right. Get in touch to start your project.

Excavation Services Built for Your Property

With Holder Excavating, you get more than just heavy equipment; you get real, careful work done by people who care. Read more about how we help you.

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Excavating

Start your project with an excavating contractor that puts safety, precision, and care first. Our services are built around clear communication, attention to detail, and reliable results every time.

Excavating

What we handle from the ground up:

  • Site preparation
  • Trenching services
  • Utility trenching
  • Drainage excavation
  • Debris removal
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Land Clearing

Clear your land with care and efficiency. Our land clearing services help homeowners prep their property for building, access, or cleanup while protecting the surrounding landscape.

Land Clearing

What we do to efficiently clear any space:

  • Stump removal
  • Tree removal services
  • Brush clearing
  • Mulching services
  • Debris hauling
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Grading

Create a solid foundation with our land grading services that support proper drainage, smoother surfaces, and better structural stability for any residential build or outdoor project.

Grading

Grading services that set the right base:

  • Driveway grading
  • Rough grading
  • Site grading
  • Land leveling services
  • Drainage correction
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Septic System Service

Protect your home and property with certified septic system services designed for safety, code compliance, and reliable performance in both new and aging systems.

Septic System Service

Septic work done the right way:

  • Septic system installation
  • Septic system repair
  • Septic tank replacement
  • Licensed inspections
  • System troubleshooting
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Ponds Install & Refinement

Add function and beauty to your land with custom work from trusted pond builders who understand how to design, dig, and maintain ponds that last.

Ponds Install & Refinement

Pond projects from start to finish:

  • Custom excavation
  • Water retention grading
  • Leak repairs
  • Shoreline shaping
  • System maintenance
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Let Us Move the Earth for You

If you are searching for a reliable excavation company, Holder Excavating is ready to help in Dry Ridge, KY, and nearby counties. From initial digging to final grading, we focus on doing the job right, every time. Whether you need trenching, land shaping, or drainage solutions, our team is here to listen and deliver. Contact us today and tell us what you need.

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See What Homeowners Are Saying

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James E.

01/14/2025

We had a underground water line leak and Tyler came out right away and took care of it. We were back up and running in just a couple hours. I highly recommend him.

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Denny B.

11/29/2023

I hired Tyler to cut in some ATV trails and install some culvert pipes. He did an excellent job at a fair price. I would defiantly recommend him.

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Judy R.

08/20/2019

Holder excavating did an excellent job. I was highly impressed with how quick they were to respond. I would definitely recommend them. Quality work with great customer service.

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Francisco R.

07/02/2019

I ll focus on a single point of the contract. Holder stated that when my old house was demolished, it would look like there was never a house there (which is what I wanted). It s a tall promise and easier said than done. Long story short, Holder delivered 110%. The communication and effort/dedication to get to that point was A+ quality. The little caveats that popped up we re dealt with incredibly efficiently. When all was said and done, you would ve never know a home ever existed there. Simply put…amazing job.

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Gloria June Spaw

Tyler did a great job fixing our driveway & laying down gravel!!! It was fast & easy. Definitely recommend to anyone needing gravel.

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Haley Maines

I have had issues with my basement flooding for the past year. Tyler did a great job fixing my downspouts, running new drain pipe, and grading out around the basement walkout. He is quick, efficient, and cleans up the job nicely. I couldn’t be more satisfied!! He is always spot on with his work and I highly recommend him to everyone!!

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Michael Hilgeford

Holder Excavating did an excellent job clearing ground on my farm and rebuilding two existing ponds. They were efficient and invoiced according to their initial quote. Highly recommend!

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Brett N Samantha Blackmore

Tyler did an awesome job laying gravel on our long driveway. He was quick to respond to our messages and did exactly as he told us he would. Our driveway looks so much better and we will definitely be using this company the next time we need a load of gravel for our driveway. Thanks again!!

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Nathan Horn

Phenomenal Excavation Work! I recently hired Holder Excavation to resurface my driveway and perform a final grade on my yard. Their work exceeded my expectations! The team was professional, efficient, and the results were outstanding. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of excavation work.

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Lisa Draper

Recently used Holder Excavating for septic work. They were easy to communicate with and did a great job. I would use their services again and highly recommend them for any septic and excavation needs!

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David Keeley

Tyler has done numerous jobs for us here at Lovesome Stables over the past 5 years. He’s replaced arena footing, leveled drives and roads, spread topsoil, and reworked hillsides. He and his crew are punctual, courteous and professional. His prices are fair and affordable. If you’re looking for an outfit with integrity and skill, look no further. No disappointments.

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Adam Coomes

Tyler did significant work for us on our new construction residential project in 2021 and he was honestly the BEST contractor we had involved in the whole project!! Water line excavation and installation, foundation excavation, fill material for driveway, septic installation and connection, and final grading. Tyler was super reliable and we were highly satisfied with each piece of work he completed for us. We highly recommend Holder Excavating!!

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