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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Charlotte - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Dimmer's Precision Grading
Dimmer's Precision Grading
5.0(
22
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great Experience. Energetic young man that arrived on time and was excellent with his coordination of razing the structure and having the debris picked up immediately. Great logistics! Already neighbors have commented how great the area looks and Property Manager has added him to our list of vendors."
Lot 2 finished with silt fence
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Lot 2 finished with silt fence
Lot 2 finished with silt fence

+63

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Atlas Site Tech
Atlas Site Tech
4.9(
18
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I cannot recommend Jorge (owner) and his team highly enough. I had a pretty small job - digging out a a 250 sq ft gravel parking area and filling it with topsoil to convert to a garden. Jorge was easy to work with, he made great suggestions about drainage, slope, and soil type, and got the job done much faster than I expected. If I had gotten a landscape company to do this, they would have charged me double what he did. Atlas would be a great choice for landscape projects that primarily involve excavation, grading, and new garden beds. Atlas is fantastic. I hope I can find another reason to hire them!"
Smooth Finish
Driveway
Sidewalks
Concrete Curb
Concrete Curb Pour

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Charlotte Stump and Land
Charlotte Stump and Land
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We hired Charlotte Stump & Land to remove an old, overgrown landscape bed that had gotten completely out of control, and they did an awesome job. Mike was very responsive when I first left a voicemail. They removed all the bushes, plants, old edging, and cleaned everything up so we could start fresh. They showed up on time, worked hard, and treated our property like it was their own. I was honestly surprised by how clean everything looked when they finished. There wasn’t a pile of debris left behind or a mess to deal with. I have found it’s been hard to find contractors who actually communicate well and do exactly what they promise, but these guys did. Their pricing was fair, work was above and beyond, and they were super easy to talk to, schedule with, and ensured my yard looked exactly as I wanted. I’d definitely recommend Charlotte Stump & Land and will be using them again for future landscaping projects."
Utility Line Stumps
Stump Grinding Done
Before Canopy Raise
Raised Tree Canopy
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for LAKE NORMAN LAWN SYSTEMS INC
LAKE NORMAN LAWN SYSTEMS INC
4.9(
17
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn't be happier with the work done by Lake Norman Lawn Systems. They truly transformed my outdoor space and the selection of plants was clearly well-thought-out, as they perfectly complemented the existing landscape. The communication was seamless, and I'm beyond delighted with the results."
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Additional Photos
Response time5 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Southeastern Landscape
Southeastern Landscape
4.7(
79
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had to have all the sewer/drain lines replaced under our concrete slab. After the plumbing company finished their work, Jose and his team removed the excess dirt in the trenches, placed crushed stone, and poured 4" of concrete in about 30 feet of trenches. They cleaned up everything after they were done. Very pleased with Jose and his teamn."
Irrigation
Stone work
Stone work
Outdoor Lighting
Pavers

+7

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great honest contractors. They did my bathrooms, hot water heater, unclogged my house drain and they did a French drain so my basement is not wet anymore. I already hired them to do my whole roof in the spring. I will hire them anytime."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

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. 

Skunk digging looks like a series of small, cone-shaped holes on a lawn or around the perimeter of a home, porch, deck, or shed. The holes that skunks dig when searching for grubs tend to be no more than four inches in diameter and may be up to four inches deep.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

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.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

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