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Avatar for Descher Diversified, LLC
Descher Diversified, LLC
4.6(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Helen, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What great brothers and absolutely the best at what they do! They cut trees down, cleared under brush, made a steep slope not so steep, planted grass, pulled some bushes up. Graded around a 60x40 concrete pad and leveled it until it was even and then put gravel around the entire pad. We both are loving the way everything looks and turned out! Thank you Zack and Patrick! We will definitely use your company again!"
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading

+6

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Summit Land Development, LLC.
Summit Land Development, LLC.
4.4(
22
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Helen, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Summit Land Development and Scott Lewis did an excellent job on our fill and grading project despite having a couple of challenges with local providers of fill. What was key was excellent communication and always having an option available to stay on schedule and budget. I would highly recommend Scott and his crew without any reservations. If you have a challenging project and need a skilled team then Summit Land Development is your team!"
2501
2501
2501
2501
2506

+4

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Four Seasons Lawn Care of North Georgia
4.8(
16
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Helen, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John and company built us a fence, stone walk path and also a little patio are with stone. They were very professional and exceeded all of the work. All of the guys were very professional and we could not be anymore happier than we are with all of their hard work. I will be using them as well as referring them to anyone. Thank you John and company!! Gooo Tigers The Bates"
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for North Georgia Home,Land,and Water Solutions LLC
North Georgia Home,Land,and Water Solutions LLC
4.8(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Helen, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Donovan and his crew were a pleasure to work with. They did a great job adding some decorative drainage rock around our driveway to keep the asphalt from deteriorating, and some river rocks around our garden beds. Give them a shout if you’re in the area looking for a good company."
Powerwashing
Lawn Care & Clearing
Lawn Care & Clearing
Lawn Care & Clearing
Lawn Care & Clearing

+15

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for HC Construction & Grading
HC Construction & Grading
3.0(
69
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Helen, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The team at HC Construction & Grading took on a major and challenging grading project at our mountain home in Dahlonega. We had several other companies come and look at the work and most were either asking a ridiculous price or afraid to take on the job. Once we hired HC they communicated very well and showed up when they said each week until the project was finished. The final results are better than we had imagined and we credit HC with seeing a better solution and executing it."
Hiawassee GA
Blairsville
Hiawassee GA
Blairsville
Hiawassee GA

+447

Response time3 days
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

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