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Gibson's Grading And Construction

4.88(
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Gibson's Grading And Construction

4.88(
291
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
49 local quotes requested

Gibson's Construction has been established since 1996 we are family owned and operated and we offer full range of construction services and grading from small jobs to large jobs. We are a father and son team and use the best people and materials that we can find. We do not hire subcontractors because we do the work ourselves on-site to make sure they job is done right! we do contract price only. We will give a 10% discount for Angie's List members. We do the highest quality of work and services and do not take short cuts or bandaid fixes. With decades of experience and continued top service we are here to help. We are a top notch professional outfit that's very dedicated to our craft. When working with us you are not just a customer but become family with us. Services We Do not offer: Paving, well work, electrical, tank removal or installation,handyman services.

"David did substantial work to repair foundation damage that was found during removal of a large tree that fell during the Helene storm. The foundation was bulging/collapsing inwards below grade to the interior of an earthen basement. The project needed more than a canned approach, which several other foundation contractors described that they could do. David explained several options for addressing the failure and stabilizing the foundation over the longer term. I was impressed by his thinking and very satisfied by the work. He was able to do the work in a timely fashion during a period when he was working on quite serious road and foundation repair projects resulting from Helene damage. I would absolutely hire him again."

Michael F on October 2025

Gibson's Construction has been established since 1996 we are family owned and operated and we offer full range of construction services and grading from small jobs to large jobs. We are a father and son team and use the best people and materials that we can find. We do not hire subcontractors because we do the work ourselves on-site to make sure they job is done right! we do contract price only. We will give a 10% discount for Angie's List members. We do the highest quality of work and services and do not take short cuts or bandaid fixes. With decades of experience and continued top service we are here to help. We are a top notch professional outfit that's very dedicated to our craft. When working with us you are not just a customer but become family with us. Services We Do not offer: Paving, well work, electrical, tank removal or installation,handyman services.

"David did substantial work to repair foundation damage that was found during removal of a large tree that fell during the Helene storm. The foundation was bulging/collapsing inwards below grade to the interior of an earthen basement. The project needed more than a canned approach, which several other foundation contractors described that they could do. David explained several options for addressing the failure and stabilizing the foundation over the longer term. I was impressed by his thinking and very satisfied by the work. He was able to do the work in a timely fashion during a period when he was working on quite serious road and foundation repair projects resulting from Helene damage. I would absolutely hire him again."

Michael F on October 2025


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Thickett-B-Gone

5.00(
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Thickett-B-Gone

5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quality work
20 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

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


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Cold Mountain Grading Company

5.00(
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Cold Mountain Grading Company

5.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Cold Mountain Grading Company, we value relationships. Being local to Western North Carolina, we come from a mountain culture rooted in loving thy neighbor and doing right by one another. Our goal is to bring this mentality to our business by producing the highest quality work to our clients for the best price possible. From cutting in a fresh driveway to grading a new homesite, our services often represent the first step towards fulfilling an ambition for our customers, and we take pride in the responsibility of initiating the process for our clients to achieve their goals. Just as we have been blessed with the opportunity to operate this business, we aim to provide opportunities to our community.

"Robbie Moody, owner and operator of Cold Mountain Grading, is an exceptional young man. He is polite, professional, responsible, reliable and an outstanding problem-solver. His communication skills were excellent, and from his first visit, Robbie was able to offer solutions that others did not mention. He put in a new drain from the gutter, installed a new French drain along the side of the building that was too low, spread topsoil to raise about .5 of my yard, planted seed and covered with straw. Under my deck he built a retaining wall, and spread crushed stone to level. The job was done perfectly, and in only three days. I would definitely hire and recommend Robbie in the future."

Robert O on September 2023

At Cold Mountain Grading Company, we value relationships. Being local to Western North Carolina, we come from a mountain culture rooted in loving thy neighbor and doing right by one another. Our goal is to bring this mentality to our business by producing the highest quality work to our clients for the best price possible. From cutting in a fresh driveway to grading a new homesite, our services often represent the first step towards fulfilling an ambition for our customers, and we take pride in the responsibility of initiating the process for our clients to achieve their goals. Just as we have been blessed with the opportunity to operate this business, we aim to provide opportunities to our community.

"Robbie Moody, owner and operator of Cold Mountain Grading, is an exceptional young man. He is polite, professional, responsible, reliable and an outstanding problem-solver. His communication skills were excellent, and from his first visit, Robbie was able to offer solutions that others did not mention. He put in a new drain from the gutter, installed a new French drain along the side of the building that was too low, spread topsoil to raise about .5 of my yard, planted seed and covered with straw. Under my deck he built a retaining wall, and spread crushed stone to level. The job was done perfectly, and in only three days. I would definitely hire and recommend Robbie in the future."

Robert O on September 2023


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Catalyst Contracting LLC

4.89(
9
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Catalyst Contracting LLC

4.89(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"This company was very efficient & knowledgeable about my needs for this project to add gravel inside our extended metal building & create a gravel driveway up into the building. Grant was exceptional in the quality of his work."

Bonnie O on March 2025

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"This company was very efficient & knowledgeable about my needs for this project to add gravel inside our extended metal building & create a gravel driveway up into the building. Grant was exceptional in the quality of his work."

Bonnie O on March 2025


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Four Seasons Property Enhancements, Inc.

4.46(
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Four Seasons Property Enhancements, Inc.

4.46(
50
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
106 local quotes requested

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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Element Arbor

5.00(
22
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Element Arbor

5.00(
22
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
66 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

Element Arbor is a tree care company serving residential and commercial customers in Waynesville, Asheville and surrounding areas of North Carolina. Nicholas Johnson is the owner and operator of Element Arbor, who has demonstrated professional competency by serving the local community trees since 2011.

"Everything was perfect. Plenty of notice, professional work, great clean up and thoughtful follow up."

Walter K on July 2025

Element Arbor is a tree care company serving residential and commercial customers in Waynesville, Asheville and surrounding areas of North Carolina. Nicholas Johnson is the owner and operator of Element Arbor, who has demonstrated professional competency by serving the local community trees since 2011.

"Everything was perfect. Plenty of notice, professional work, great clean up and thoughtful follow up."

Walter K on July 2025


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ZR landscaping and Grading

4.90(
92
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ZR landscaping and Grading

4.90(
92
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
65 local quotes requested

ZR Landscaping & Grading specializes in residential landscape projects and grade work. We are committed to making the clients vision come alive with each project from simple landscape designs to excavation. We work primarily in Buncombe and Henderson county and close surrounding areas and provide free on-site estimates.

"ZR Landscaping repaired my driveway after damage caused by Hurricane Helene. They were very easy to work with, listened to any concerns and did a wonderful job on my repair. Highly recommend!"

Lori D on May 2025

ZR Landscaping & Grading specializes in residential landscape projects and grade work. We are committed to making the clients vision come alive with each project from simple landscape designs to excavation. We work primarily in Buncombe and Henderson county and close surrounding areas and provide free on-site estimates.

"ZR Landscaping repaired my driveway after damage caused by Hurricane Helene. They were very easy to work with, listened to any concerns and did a wonderful job on my repair. Highly recommend!"

Lori D on May 2025


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Appalachian Solutions, LLC

4.94(
35
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Appalachian Solutions, LLC

4.94(
35
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

At Appalachian Solutions LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business!

"Kevin and his son did an excellent job. They went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with results! They added an extra little water feature for my rain chain run off knowing how much I want to be able to keep it. We will definitely work with them again! "

James R on July 2025

At Appalachian Solutions LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business!

"Kevin and his son did an excellent job. They went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with results! They added an extra little water feature for my rain chain run off knowing how much I want to be able to keep it. We will definitely work with them again! "

James R on July 2025


Wood Excavating

4.95(
10
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Wood Excavating

4.95(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 local quotes requested

Wood Excavating 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 customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They were on time and the project went as described."

Kenneth F on July 2023

Wood Excavating 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 customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"They were on time and the project went as described."

Kenneth F on July 2023


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Stones Grading

5.00(
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Stones Grading

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
21 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

With 20+ years of experience, we are 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 customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Glad I hired Ryan. They did an excellent job with attention to detail. Listened to what I wanted and delivered in the time and budget estimated."

Doug T on June 2025

With 20+ years of experience, we are 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 customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business

"Glad I hired Ryan. They did an excellent job with attention to detail. Listened to what I wanted and delivered in the time and budget estimated."

Doug T on June 2025

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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.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

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. 

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

The cost to repair a crawl space runs between $1,500 and $15,000, depending on the extent of the damage. Major flooding or water repairs can cost up to $10,000 for removal and repairs. If you simply need to clean your crawl space, expect to pay between $2,000 and $6,000 for a major cleanout. Replacing a crawl space beam due to rot or damage can cost between $1,500 and $5,000, while removing and replacing damaged insulation costs between $1,000 and $4,000.

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