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Vinson & Anderson Grading, Inc.

4.59(
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Vinson & Anderson Grading, Inc.

4.59(
11
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

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Shelia K on November 2019

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

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Shelia K on November 2019

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MJ Mountain Builders

4.33(
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MJ Mountain Builders

4.33(
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Customers say: Quick response
33 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

MJ Mountain Builders is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 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. Contact us for a free consultation today! Please note, while we install and repair septic systems, we do not pump septic tanks.

"Very friendly and professional crew that worked with me to get the job done without breaking my wallet. All septic jobs present unique challenges, and Monty and David found a way to do what needed to be done. They communicated well and got the job finished quickly, too. "

Christine F on June 2025

MJ Mountain Builders is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 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. Contact us for a free consultation today! Please note, while we install and repair septic systems, we do not pump septic tanks.

"Very friendly and professional crew that worked with me to get the job done without breaking my wallet. All septic jobs present unique challenges, and Monty and David found a way to do what needed to be done. They communicated well and got the job finished quickly, too. "

Christine F on June 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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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
67 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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Keener Landscaping

5.00(
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Keener Landscaping

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"Daniel and the Keener Landscaping team did an excellent job installing a welded wire panel and wood fence. Daniel is responsive, a great communicator, reliable and punctual. I couldn’t be happier with the work."

Catherine B on March 2025

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!

"Daniel and the Keener Landscaping team did an excellent job installing a welded wire panel and wood fence. Daniel is responsive, a great communicator, reliable and punctual. I couldn’t be happier with the work."

Catherine B on March 2025

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Gibson's Grading And Construction

4.88(
292
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Gibson's Grading And Construction

4.88(
292
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
45 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. We are fully insured and ready to work Services We Do not offer: Paving, well work, electrical, tank removal or installation,handyman services,roofing, mobile home work, septic install and repair, trenching for water,sewer and gas lines.

"After purchasing my first home, I realized quickly that things were less than perfect. 3 months in, we were finding water intrusion in our crawl space. I had multiple companies come to inspect what was going on. I didn’t feel confident in their solutions, there was more to our situation. After feeling helpless, I read about David Gibson construction. Their testimonies really struck my interest. A local expert, that won’t take a job unless it’s done right, and always found the root of the issue. David came over, surveyed the entire property, inspected the crawl space / foundation, did soil samples, and sent over an entire report on what he believed was going on. We immediately hired him. Davis addressed the root cause and any additional repairs he found along the way. He and his crew were extremely professional, timely, and easy to work with. With highest regard, I strongly recommend David Gibson Construction. I can confidently say all of our issues are now in the past. "

Kyle O on November 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. We are fully insured and ready to work Services We Do not offer: Paving, well work, electrical, tank removal or installation,handyman services,roofing, mobile home work, septic install and repair, trenching for water,sewer and gas lines.

"After purchasing my first home, I realized quickly that things were less than perfect. 3 months in, we were finding water intrusion in our crawl space. I had multiple companies come to inspect what was going on. I didn’t feel confident in their solutions, there was more to our situation. After feeling helpless, I read about David Gibson construction. Their testimonies really struck my interest. A local expert, that won’t take a job unless it’s done right, and always found the root of the issue. David came over, surveyed the entire property, inspected the crawl space / foundation, did soil samples, and sent over an entire report on what he believed was going on. We immediately hired him. Davis addressed the root cause and any additional repairs he found along the way. He and his crew were extremely professional, timely, and easy to work with. With highest regard, I strongly recommend David Gibson Construction. I can confidently say all of our issues are now in the past. "

Kyle O on November 2025

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Smoky Mountain Hardscapes and Excavating

4.04(
12
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Smoky Mountain Hardscapes and Excavating

4.04(
12
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Customers say: Quick response
12 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

Smoky Mountain Hardscapes and Excavating, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to details, that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today! Minimum 4 hours and serious requires only.

"Hired to install a river rock driveway which included a cement apron at entry of garage. Cement splattered on new garage door; trim work surrounding garage and on the siding of the garage. Multiple attempts made to have this fixed. Many promises it would be done but after 17 months, we are still waiting. Calls were not returned; promised return to repair and then ? no showed?. Multiple excuses from getting new phone to ?forgot?. "

Scott M on August 2025

Smoky Mountain Hardscapes and Excavating, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to details, that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today! Minimum 4 hours and serious requires only.

"Hired to install a river rock driveway which included a cement apron at entry of garage. Cement splattered on new garage door; trim work surrounding garage and on the siding of the garage. Multiple attempts made to have this fixed. Many promises it would be done but after 17 months, we are still waiting. Calls were not returned; promised return to repair and then ? no showed?. Multiple excuses from getting new phone to ?forgot?. "

Scott M on August 2025

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Roberts Construction & Grading

5.00(
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Roberts Construction & Grading

5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Roberts Construction & Grading specializes in residential excavation, septic systems, demolition, ponds, walls, and waterfalls in Marshall, NC. Quality construction, your way. We serve in Marshall, NC, Hot Springs Town NC; Asheville Township NC; Woodfin Town NC; Reems Creek Township NC; Lower Hominy Township NC; and the surrounding areas. Excavating Company, Excavation Service, Excavating Contractor, Excavating Construction, Grading and Excavation Residential Excavation, Septics, Demolition, Ponds, Walls, Waterfalls, Footing Services, For more information visit our website: https://excavatingcontractormarshallnc.com/

"Matt/Logan are extremely professional. They always show up on time and provide a great customer experience! Would recommend hands down!"

Mack C on February 2024

Roberts Construction & Grading specializes in residential excavation, septic systems, demolition, ponds, walls, and waterfalls in Marshall, NC. Quality construction, your way. We serve in Marshall, NC, Hot Springs Town NC; Asheville Township NC; Woodfin Town NC; Reems Creek Township NC; Lower Hominy Township NC; and the surrounding areas. Excavating Company, Excavation Service, Excavating Contractor, Excavating Construction, Grading and Excavation Residential Excavation, Septics, Demolition, Ponds, Walls, Waterfalls, Footing Services, For more information visit our website: https://excavatingcontractormarshallnc.com/

"Matt/Logan are extremely professional. They always show up on time and provide a great customer experience! Would recommend hands down!"

Mack C on February 2024

JRS Services

5.00(
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JRS Services

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

Looking for reliable excavating and land clearing services in North Carolina? Look no further than JRS Services. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch excavation solutions for all your home projects. With our expertise and attention to detail, we'll ensure your project is completed efficiently and to your satisfaction. Contact us today for all your excavating needs.

"Great job grading my driveway."

Judi L on June 2024

Looking for reliable excavating and land clearing services in North Carolina? Look no further than JRS Services. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch excavation solutions for all your home projects. With our expertise and attention to detail, we'll ensure your project is completed efficiently and to your satisfaction. Contact us today for all your excavating needs.

"Great job grading my driveway."

Judi L on June 2024

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Worley Grading & Excavating, LLC

5.00(
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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

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

The answer may vary based on where you live. Residential sewer lines are generally buried 5 feet to 6 feet under the ground. However, it's not uncommon to see pipes buried as deep as 8 feet in colder climates in order to ensure that piping is placed below the freeze line. Digging depth could impact your sewer line replacement cost.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even if the project only involves grading or yard leveling. Excavation permits help protect the topography in your area and can avoid issues with poor drainage. In most cases, your excavation company will know whether or not permits are required and will even pull them and close them out for you before and after the job. You can also verify whether permits are necessary by calling your local building department and explaining the proposed project.

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