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Avatar for Ricky Cook Excavating Co INC
Ricky Cook Excavating Co INC
5.0(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Canton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend this excavating company! They were professional, dependable, and did an excellent job from start to finish. They communicated clearly, showed up when promised, and made sure everything was completed properly. The finished work looks great, and they left the property clean and organized. I would definitely use them again!"
Adam Complex
Adam Complex
Adam Complex
Demo
Demo

+1

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
Avatar for K&B Property Maintenance LLC
K&B Property Maintenance LLC
5.0(
17
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Canton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was so lucky K & B had a hole in their scheduling for January and they came the next day. I had three walls of brick to be removed, they protected my wood floors and had their sheet rock guy and electrician come after the demo and redesign it. I would hire them again in a minute."
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+12

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Earth Endeavors Excavating LLC
Earth Endeavors Excavating LLC
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Canton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Absolutely amazing! Brent came out and gave an estimate on getting a hill leveled. Not only did he gives us a quote that was way lower than the rest of the estimates we got but he also started it within the week. Now if that wasnâ t enough to get you to want to use this business let me tell you about his work ethic. He showed up on time, he was meticulous about making sure the hill was leveled and made sure to get the job completely finished. Even though we added gravel and straw to the job he absolutely did it with no problem. Itâ s so hard to find someone around here that has such great work ethic so if you are looking for an excavator, I most definitely, 200% recommend Earth Endeavors Excavating! Great job Brent! Thank you."
Land Clearing
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L
Roads, pads, drainage,etc
Roads, pads, drainage,etc

+40

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
San's Tree Service Inc
4.8(
140
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Canton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Santos and his crew did excellent work. They were very professional in their work and took care to minimize any impact from the tree removal. They handled a large and difficult tree near the house with expertise. The operators in the trees showed exceptional skills and also showed safe operating practices. Santos managed the operation with diligence, skill, and care taking care to remove materials and debris. We kept the wood chips and some of the logs from the operation. Santos saw that these were placed where we wanted and were orderly. Great job ata very fair price. Highly recommended!!!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for ZR landscaping and Grading
ZR landscaping and Grading
4.8(
99
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Canton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: Super punctual

"Hired ZR Landscaping to rebuild a retaining wall with paver patio that was poorly installed just four years earlier by another contractor. Zach diagnosed poor drainage behind the wall as the reason the wall base was washing out. Zach had a detailed, competitively priced written proposal to me in under 24 hours. He offered to reuse some of the existing blocks to reduce the total cost. Our project was scheduled just a few weeks out, not months out like a couple other contractors had proposed. The crew was punctual and very hard-working for a solid four days. Crew leader Julio answered all our questions and kept us informed through of each level of the new installation. Zach came back by himself to see the completed project, answer a few questions and make sure we were satisfied."
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+68

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Appalachian Solutions, LLC
4.8(
38
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Canton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Kevin was the consummate professional in all respects. I am glad to have had the opportunity to work with someone of his caliber and integrity...and who knows what he is doing. I will definitely be working with him in the future as we excavate our property in preparation for building our mountain home!"
Open Land
Open Land
Open Land
Open Land
Open Land

+37

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Capps Excavation
5.0(
9
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Canton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Capps Excavation to cut in a new driveway and he did an amazing job. Took down a few big trees that were in the way and that didn't phase them at all. It was on a pretty step slope and they handled it like it was nothing. I wouldn't think twice about hiring them again or recommending them to someone for any excavation, landscaping or tree work!"
New house site
New house site
House prep
Waterline
New drive

+9

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Completion time ranges from days to weeks, contingent on project size, environmental conditions, and regulatory approvals.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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