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Moore Excavating Service & Land Clearing, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Moore and his team was friendly, professional and their quality of work was excellent. I would recommend Moore Excavating Service & Land Clearing, LLC to anyone."
Property roof/foundation/storage
Property roof/foundation
Property roof/foundation removal
Property roof/foundation removal
Tree removal

+12

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
A & G Concrete Services, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They extended our concrete patio. Fast reply, on site quote, and provided good recommendations on the job to be done. Excellent communication, they were on time, and their job was very professional. Great value and fair pricing. Jason and his team were fantastic."
Part 1 of dumpster pad
Part 2 of extended pad
Fire pit
Hot tub pad
Shop pad before finished

+81

Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cree Scapes, LLC
3.9(
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Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew was friendly, professional, efficient, and enjoyable to work with. They did a great job!! Other contractors could take a lesson from Cree Scapes!!!"
stone access road
access road
recycled concrete stone
access road
access road

+49

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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G&L Land Management, LLC
3.3(
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Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I wanted to tell you about G&L land Management I asked Garrett Moore if they would have time to cover the ramp and stairs of my small church and he told me they would make time for it!!! They did it during the ice storm!!! They did a great job. I would recommend them!!!"
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Grading Deiveway
Grading Deiveway

+1

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NC Earthworks LLC
New to Angi

Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

NC Earthworks is a full-service excavation company specializing in grading and land clearing. We provide expert solutions in erosion control, stormwater management, drainage installation, and property management. Our services also include ditch cleaning, debris removal, demolition, and concrete work. With a commitment to quality, safety, and efficiency, NC Earthworks delivers reliable results for residential and commercial projects across North Carolina

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Oscar's Plumbing
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Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General plumbing services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Parker’s Landscaping and Dirt Work
New to Angi

Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

My name is Alex Parker, owner and operator of the sole proprietorship Parker’s Landscaping and Dirt Work. I strive to deliver a clean and neat outcome to every job and provide excellent customer service!

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Rambo Paving & More LLC
New to Angi

Serving Dortches, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Rambo Paving & More LLC! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us today!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

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