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Last update on December 15, 2025

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M&D Property Solutions

4.94(
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M&D Property Solutions

4.94(
17
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can. "

Bryce T on November 2022

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can. "

Bryce T on November 2022

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Thickett-B-Gone

5.00(
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Thickett-B-Gone

5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Thickett-B-Gone, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do. Put smile on people faces and have a clean job site.

"Ron and his team did a very good job removing the trees, and they even cleaned our gutters out for us- no extra charge! I would DEFINITELY recommend these pros. 5 stars!"

Terry G on November 2025

Thickett-B-Gone, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do. Put smile on people faces and have a clean job site.

"Ron and his team did a very good job removing the trees, and they even cleaned our gutters out for us- no extra charge! I would DEFINITELY recommend these pros. 5 stars!"

Terry G on November 2025

W and W Construction

4.91(
27
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W and W Construction

4.91(
27
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 years of experience

At W and W Construction we have 30+ years of Construction services. We specialize in professional, expert and friendly construction services for your beautiful home. No job is too big or too small. Call us today at (828)550-7892 for a free estimate!

"The men were easy to work with, on time and stayed on task. They paid attention to details listening to any suggestions we had. I would highly recommend even for a challenging job."

Jan B on May 2019

At W and W Construction we have 30+ years of Construction services. We specialize in professional, expert and friendly construction services for your beautiful home. No job is too big or too small. Call us today at (828)550-7892 for a free estimate!

"The men were easy to work with, on time and stayed on task. They paid attention to details listening to any suggestions we had. I would highly recommend even for a challenging job."

Jan B on May 2019

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Four Seasons Property Enhancements, Inc.

4.46(
50
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Four Seasons Property Enhancements, Inc.

4.46(
50
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Four Seasons Property Enhancements, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"CJ and his crew installed this car pad. We are very pleased. We highly recommend their firm. "

Michael H on January 2025

Four Seasons Property Enhancements, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"CJ and his crew installed this car pad. We are very pleased. We highly recommend their firm. "

Michael H on January 2025

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Blanton Land Management

5.00(
4
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Blanton Land Management

5.00(
4
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Free onsite estimate

Blanton Land Management, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Needed some help with a pretty urgent project that Cam and team were able to assist with. They were incredibly professional and went above and beyond. I would highly recommend."

Brian D on December 2025

Blanton Land Management, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Needed some help with a pretty urgent project that Cam and team were able to assist with. They were incredibly professional and went above and beyond. I would highly recommend."

Brian D on December 2025

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Summit Land Development, LLC.

5.00(
2
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Summit Land Development, LLC.

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Welcome to Summit Land Development, LLC.! Summit Contracting is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.

"job done right"

Frank R on November 2025

Welcome to Summit Land Development, LLC.! Summit Contracting is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.

"job done right"

Frank R on November 2025

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CM Grading & Clearing

5.00(
1
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CM Grading & Clearing

5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Caleb did a great job was fast and efficient and the end result looks great "

Dylan G on December 2025

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Caleb did a great job was fast and efficient and the end result looks great "

Dylan G on December 2025

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B. H. Graning Landscapes, Inc.

5.00(
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B. H. Graning Landscapes, Inc.

5.00(
16
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

B. H. Graning Landscapes, Inc. is a licensed Landscape Contractor serving the Western North Carolina Area. Our company has been in business since 2005 and we provide a wide variety of services such as Landscape Maintenance, Landscape Design and Installation, Fence Design and Installation, Grading & Excavation Services, Hydroseeding, Irrigation Installation, Landscape Cleanup, Landscape Lighting Installation, Paver Design and Installation, Retaining Wall Design and Installation, Rock Work Services, Snow Removal Services, Water Feature Design and Installation.

B. H. Graning Landscapes, Inc. is a licensed Landscape Contractor serving the Western North Carolina Area. Our company has been in business since 2005 and we provide a wide variety of services such as Landscape Maintenance, Landscape Design and Installation, Fence Design and Installation, Grading & Excavation Services, Hydroseeding, Irrigation Installation, Landscape Cleanup, Landscape Lighting Installation, Paver Design and Installation, Retaining Wall Design and Installation, Rock Work Services, Snow Removal Services, Water Feature Design and Installation.

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Worley Grading & Excavating, LLC

5.00(
7
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Worley Grading & Excavating, LLC

5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

House Sites, Land Clearing, Retaining Walls, Hauling, Septic Systems, Driveways No Job To Big or Small

"The company came and surveyed the job. Came back in a timely manner and completed the job within two days."

Golden R on May 2024

House Sites, Land Clearing, Retaining Walls, Hauling, Septic Systems, Driveways No Job To Big or Small

"The company came and surveyed the job. Came back in a timely manner and completed the job within two days."

Golden R on May 2024

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

The cost to dig a trench ranges from $400 to $1,200 per 100 linear feet, depending on the soil, depth, and width. Plan to spend $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching (it’ll be on the higher end if you have rocky soil). Renting a trencher costs $100 to $250 per hour, depending on the type of trencher. 

It takes two to three hours to trench 100 feet with a mechanical trencher or 10 to 12 hours if digging with a shovel. The total time to dig a trench depends on the depth, width, soil type, terrain, trencher type, and your level of experience. Digging in clay or rocky soil takes longer than soft ground.  

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

On average, you’re looking at about 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet. Your actual work time will come down to how many twists and turns there are when digging—such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and whether the ground is frozen.

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