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Avatar for Hayes Excavating LLC
Hayes Excavating LLC
5.0(
7
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eric did an incredible job on my property. Very responsive and on time when he said he would be there. Looking forward to having my yard perfect year round!"
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+27

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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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 Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Needed fencing installed to keep groundhogs from taking up residence under our deck. Brady came up with a creative and complete solution that made sure the varmints were out and would not return. Would use again."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Silver Line Construction Plus
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company is top notch! Showed up on time and finished the project on time! Did a fabulous job! Highly recommend"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GroundShapersLLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great job, no issues. Would definitely hire GroundShapers again for future jobs."
Gravel driveway installation
Residential grading
Commercial grading
Parking lot addition
Landscaping

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ACEncio Concrete
4.9(
109
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"What I like best is Reynaldo answered the phone every time I called. Was very seamless and very professional. The job was done. Top shelf would recommend him for any concrete project."
Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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L & G Landscaping
4.0(
118
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service, Showed up on time and completed the work and cleaned up afterwards"
Concrete Work
Concrete Work
Concrete Work
Concrete Work
Concrete Work

+8

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Brushy Mountain Landscape
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brushy Mountain landscape is very knowledgeable of the needs of turf. They do excellent work and are quick to complete your needs and wants. Would hire over and over. Coming from an NFL groundskeeper, you can’t beat the services of Brushy Mountain Landscape!"
Clearing
Clearing
Clearing
Clearing
Clearing

+6

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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MC Lawn Services
4.4(
31
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I needed a previously landscaped cleaned out and grass planted. I was amazed at how fast they got the work done. They did exactly what I asked. I would recommend them for landscaping jobs."
Ditch dig out
Lawn
Border and Bed
Flowers
Border and Bed

+1

Response time12 hrs
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Rangel Builders LLC
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great experience with Rangel Builders. Through communication throughout the project and we were so pleased with the work. Highly recommend and will definitely use them again."
New Construction
Siding & Trim Work
Exterior Job: Siding
Pool Cabana
New Build: Modern

+30

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

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