Eastern Excavating Co Inc

Eastern Excavating Co Inc handles complete sitework construction for projects in Savannah and the surrounding area. The company self-performs asphalt paving and concrete work with in-house crews, and operates as a fully licensed underground utility contractor in Georgia and South Carolina.

Services include land clearing, demolition, grading, hauling, asphalt paving, concrete, and underground utility systems. The company owns and maintains its own fleet of trucks. Eastern Excavating emphasizes jobsite safety, with an Experience Modification Rate of 0.87 in 2024 and a track record of mandatory safety training for all employees.

Hours are Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 5 PM. The business holds a 5.0 rating from 8 Google reviews.

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