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Avatar for JW Grading And Excavation, LLC
JW Grading And Excavation, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Burlington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired JW Grading to clear our 2 acre lot for new construction and install our driveway, they done an amazing job. We are very pleased and would recommend them to anyone beginning the process of building a new home"
Grading and Excavation
New home site
New home site
New home site
New home site

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Recommended by10%of homeowners
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Bearclaws excavation
5.0(
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Serving Burlington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cleared about 2 acres for us, did a fantastic job. On time completion, fair pricing, and the space looks great now! Highly recommend."
clearing
clearing
clearing
clearing
land clearing

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Allison's Welding
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Serving Burlington, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh replaced our wooden porch railing with wrought iron. He did exactly as we wanted based on pictures we sent him, at a reasonable price, and exactly in the timeframe he said he could do it. He is very meticulous and professional and we would recommend him to anyone and use him again if we have a need. Thank you Josh!"
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pro Serv Enterprises
5.0(
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Serving Burlington, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"ProServ does many different things for our business. Cleans our building each night. Cleans carpets as needed. Does General maintenance in our office and takes care of our landscaping /mowing/snow removal.."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
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Parrish Clearing & Grading, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Burlington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had our lot cleared for our new build (home, building and pool) but Parrish Clearing and Grading did an amazing job! They were timely, highly communicative and professional. I definitely would recommend their services for any job; big or small!"
Response time3 days
Response rate87%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

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