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ER Services

4.72(
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ER Services

4.72(
669
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
195 local quotes requested

ER Services formally known as E.R Plumbing Services. The company has been in business since 1997, servicing the community and truly lives by the motto "Service Once, Client for Life". We offer 24/7 Plumbing Service in the Charlotte and surrounding areas. The owner and team are very active in the community through the WSOC Family Focus Program and Do Good With Dave initiatives. Call us now at (704) 846-5371 for 100% guarantee remarkable plumbing services. Don't forget to check out our reviews.

"Brian was exceptional, in his job making sure to discuss everything needed and to work within our budget. He was friendly and was very gracious about me talking his head off. I would definitely work with him any time."

Kathleen S on June 2025

ER Services formally known as E.R Plumbing Services. The company has been in business since 1997, servicing the community and truly lives by the motto "Service Once, Client for Life". We offer 24/7 Plumbing Service in the Charlotte and surrounding areas. The owner and team are very active in the community through the WSOC Family Focus Program and Do Good With Dave initiatives. Call us now at (704) 846-5371 for 100% guarantee remarkable plumbing services. Don't forget to check out our reviews.

"Brian was exceptional, in his job making sure to discuss everything needed and to work within our budget. He was friendly and was very gracious about me talking his head off. I would definitely work with him any time."

Kathleen S on June 2025


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Silver Line Construction Plus

5.00(
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Silver Line Construction Plus

5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"

Sammi E on June 2024

With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"

Sammi E on June 2024


"Excellent company! Mr. Johnson was very professional, knowledgeable, timely, and provided A1 customer service. I would highly recommend this company to other customers!"

Brian S on December 2022

Welcome to Old North Company Excavating and Grading proudly servicing Lake Norman and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve.

"Excellent company! Mr. Johnson was very professional, knowledgeable, timely, and provided A1 customer service. I would highly recommend this company to other customers!"

Brian S on December 2022


Fleet Hauling and Grading

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Fleet Hauling and Grading

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7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Fleet Hauling and Grading is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Fleet Hauling and Grading is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!


TW Nicholls

4.90(
5
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TW Nicholls

4.90(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
10 local quotes requested
53 years of experience

T W Nicholls is your one stop shop for all your home needs. With over 45 years of experience in the industry there isn't a job that is too large or too small. I specialize in property maintenance, preservation, and improvement. Call today and schedule an appointment, I look forward to meeting you.

"Did more than we expected and made sure we were good with everything "

Bill H on September 2025

T W Nicholls is your one stop shop for all your home needs. With over 45 years of experience in the industry there isn't a job that is too large or too small. I specialize in property maintenance, preservation, and improvement. Call today and schedule an appointment, I look forward to meeting you.

"Did more than we expected and made sure we were good with everything "

Bill H on September 2025


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JHS

4.83(
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JHS

4.83(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
79 local quotes requested

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Great work and very responsive. Thanks for your help."

Mark S on April 2024

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Great work and very responsive. Thanks for your help."

Mark S on April 2024


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Dimmer's Precision Grading

5.00(
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Dimmer's Precision Grading

5.00(
20
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

We here at Dimmer's Precision Grading take pride in our work and always pay attention to the minor details. Our customers know they can rely on us no matter what the project may be. Always going the extra mile to ensure quality on everything we do. We are prompt and professional when it comes to our customers. Call us today for your Grading, Excavation, clearing, and trucking needs!

"Professional"

Jerrilynn T on February 2025

We here at Dimmer's Precision Grading take pride in our work and always pay attention to the minor details. Our customers know they can rely on us no matter what the project may be. Always going the extra mile to ensure quality on everything we do. We are prompt and professional when it comes to our customers. Call us today for your Grading, Excavation, clearing, and trucking needs!

"Professional"

Jerrilynn T on February 2025


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1-800-Plumber + Air of Triad

4.80(
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1-800-Plumber + Air of Triad

4.80(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
72 local quotes requested

1-800-Plumber + Air of Triad is focused on being the BEST! It's not about being better than everyone else, instead our focus is on providing you with the fast, dependable plumbing and emergency services when you need it most. Our goal is to give you the BEST experience you have ever received from a service based business.

"Great crew!!! Great job!!!"

John C on April 2025

1-800-Plumber + Air of Triad is focused on being the BEST! It's not about being better than everyone else, instead our focus is on providing you with the fast, dependable plumbing and emergency services when you need it most. Our goal is to give you the BEST experience you have ever received from a service based business.

"Great crew!!! Great job!!!"

John C on April 2025


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Rocky Creek Grading LLC

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Rocky Creek Grading LLC

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Free onsite estimate

Rocky Creek Grading LLC 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. We look forward to working with you.

Rocky Creek Grading LLC 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. We look forward to working with you.


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Rockett Grading

5.00(
5
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Rockett Grading

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
73 local quotes requested

Grading and Land Management Located in Newton, NC, Rockett Grading provides professional grading, land clearing, tree removal and other services for the North Carolina and Upper South Carolina areas. We have the equipment, experience, and experts to ensure your project is completed safely and on schedule.

"Excellent trees and stumps were removed quickly and completely. You can't even tell that there was trees in my yard. Very professional!"

Scott L on August 2023

Grading and Land Management Located in Newton, NC, Rockett Grading provides professional grading, land clearing, tree removal and other services for the North Carolina and Upper South Carolina areas. We have the equipment, experience, and experts to ensure your project is completed safely and on schedule.

"Excellent trees and stumps were removed quickly and completely. You can't even tell that there was trees in my yard. Very professional!"

Scott L on August 2023

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

Trenches are typically 12 inches to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, your city or county may have specific ordinances that clarify the dimensions needed for the project. For instance, a water pipe may need to be 24 inches deep, but a drainage pipe may need to be 36 inches deep.

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

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