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Avatar for Carolina Pinewood LLC
Carolina Pinewood LLC
5.0(
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Showed up on time and took care of the job. Felipe showed concern for my yard and parked equipment away from house to avoid damage to grass. Very professional."
Excavating Project
Yard leveling for grass seeds
Culvert Drainage
Mulching
Mulching

+106

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Overbay Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matt was exceptional regarding our project . I found him to knowledgeable, understanding and creative in his approach. He always made time for our concerns and helped us with solutions. My neighbors even commented on what good job he was doing .. I highly recommend Matt."
Apex, Wall and Flagstone
wall steps flagstone
wall steps flagstone
Planters with steps
planters

+27

Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Mokma Grading
5.0(
13
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I was contacted immediately by Mokma Grading when I sent my request through Angi. Of the several companies I contacted Mokma was the only to quote what I request and did not try to sell me more. They did the work on time and the end result was above expectation. I would highly recommend."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clearly Leveled Up LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Carthage, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clearly Leveled Up was great. They arrived on time and started working right away. The workers, Mike and BJ were very professional. They were courteous and very easy to converse with. They did exactly what we asked for and we love it !!! Wish we could have sent the photos of the work but the system keeps telling us the file was too large."
pond
pond
pond
pond
pond

+10

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Avatar for Parrish Clearing & Grading, LLC
Parrish Clearing & Grading, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Carthage, 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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

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.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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