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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Young Harris - Updated Nov 2026

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 Young Harris, 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

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for J & H Construction
J & H Construction
4.3(
69
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Young Harris, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very pleased with the whole experienc e. They were very polite and did a professional job the front of the condo looks terrific. Going to h Have them back in the spring planting some plants. I highly recommend this company."
Boathouse
Boathouse
Lake work
Lake work
Log Hand Rails

+6

Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Summit Land Development, LLC.
Summit Land Development, LLC.
4.4(
23
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Young Harris, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon, Scott and crew did an absolutely great job on my project. I had them remove stumps, level and grade for a garage. They were great to work with, kept me informed and finished up on time. They were knowledgeable, professional and honest. I heartily recommend them for your dirtwork. Will call upon them again before starting any other dirt work."
2501
2501
2501
2501
2506

+4

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for TCQ Paving & Grading
TCQ Paving & Grading
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Young Harris, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"TCQ Paving did a phenomenal job in taking care of our recent paving project. This project involved adjusting the grade on a very mismanaged road and paving it. It also involved paving two new construction driveways. TCQ Paving arrived on time and completed the work in the amount of time that they had told us. The finish was phenomenal and the level of customer service and quality of work were top-notch. Because of their quality of work we used them on another new construction driveway and the same level of quality was shown on this project as well."
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
18 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 Young Harris, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The retaining wall looks great and all my neighbors agree. We were not home during the 4 day project but were kept abreast of the installation. Our neighbors said it looked like a bomb went off with the tearing out of old wall, the materials, the equipment etc but after 4 days you'd never know they were even there except we had a beautiful new wall. They went above and beyond ensuring the surrounding area looked fantastic. Would highly recommend them for their quality work."
Hiawassee GA
Blairsville
Hiawassee GA
Blairsville
Hiawassee GA

+447

Response time3 days
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, 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.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

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