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TDK Landscapes L.L.C.
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Serving Dobson, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"I was Blessed with a sizable tax return this year, so I sought Angie’s help finding a contractor for (2) projects : 10x12 Deck and a wood privacy fence I chose Tyler because he took the time to walk the property and fully discuss options and pricing from start to finish. Tyler was so detailed and thorough in his explanation of what he was doing and how he was doing it. He made me feel comfortable and confident that I made the correct decision choosing TDK over the others. I could not be more pleased with the results. I will use Tyler for a few more projects over the next year with no hesitation. I have no need to look any further than TDK Beyond the impressive craftsmanship, Tyler is genuinely kind and considerate. He not only won me over, he managed to smooth things over between me and my neighbor as a bonus."
Concrete Retaining Wall
Concrete Retaining Wall
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Concrete Retaining Wall
Concrete Retaining Wall

+13

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Ridge Tradesman LLC
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Serving Dobson, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent attention to detail and communication during project which included excavation alongside exterior wall to remove and replace moisture barrier and stripping interior basement walls and reapplying primer and Drylock. The project also required disassembly and reassembly of wine racks and work benches. Dirk would not quit until he was satisfied that it met his high standard. Extremely pleased and I would not hesitate to hire again. Project came in on budget and clean up was thorough."
Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greener Horizons Enterprises
4.8(
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Serving Dobson, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yes. Trees were removed. Limbs were stacked up so they could be cut into firewood. Area was graded so that it could be ready to sow grass. Everything I desired to be done was accomplished . Extremely satisfied."
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Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Land Pro NC
5.0(
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Serving Dobson, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tommy with Landpro did an amazing job scraping my driveway and removing snow from my porches and sidewalks. He arrived on time and was very thorough. The cost was reasonable and I would definitely use their services again!"
Driveway mulching
Driveway mulching
Driveway mulching
Driveway mulching
Huge farm clean up

+15

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RidgeView Grading & Excavating
New to Angi

Serving Dobson, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ryland developed a plan to overcome a multi year erosion problem that was aggravated by installation of a Generac system and the burying of a 250 gallon LP tank in my front yard. Ryland executed the plan in two days. Within 20 minutes of completion, he design was tested and found to be successful by a significant downpour."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

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