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M&D Property Solutions

4.94(
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M&D Property Solutions

4.94(
17
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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 are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can. "

Bryce T on November 2022

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can. "

Bryce T on November 2022


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GroundShapersLLC

5.00(
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GroundShapersLLC

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Grading, Lot Clearing, and Property Management Services Are you planning a construction project and in need of grading, lot clearing, or property management services? Look no further! At GroundShapersLLC, we've got you covered. We specialize in providing quality grading and lot clearing services to prepare your site for construction, landscaping, or any other project you have in mind. But that's not all! Services include: demolition, drainage systems, driveway maintenance/installation, etc. Contact us for quality and honest work!

"Excellent, detail oriented, great communication, great follow up, great work ethic, will hire for future projects."

David P on July 2025

Grading, Lot Clearing, and Property Management Services Are you planning a construction project and in need of grading, lot clearing, or property management services? Look no further! At GroundShapersLLC, we've got you covered. We specialize in providing quality grading and lot clearing services to prepare your site for construction, landscaping, or any other project you have in mind. But that's not all! Services include: demolition, drainage systems, driveway maintenance/installation, etc. Contact us for quality and honest work!

"Excellent, detail oriented, great communication, great follow up, great work ethic, will hire for future projects."

David P on July 2025


Nick's Lawncare & Landscaping

5.00(
4
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Nick's Lawncare & Landscaping

5.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Nick's Lawncare & Landscaping 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.

"Friendly"

Terry D on October 2023

Nick's Lawncare & Landscaping 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.

"Friendly"

Terry D on October 2023


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Saddler & Sons Land Management

5.00(
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Saddler & Sons Land Management

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

Saddler & Sons Land Management, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call.

"Alex did a great job. Highly recommend him."

Dwayne D on May 2022

Saddler & Sons Land Management, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call.

"Alex did a great job. Highly recommend him."

Dwayne D on May 2022


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Blue Ridge Tradesman LLC

5.00(
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Blue Ridge Tradesman LLC

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"What I especially like about Blue Ridge Tradesman is their commitment to get the job done right! My new deck is not only beautiful but solidly constructed. "

Kathleen J on August 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"What I especially like about Blue Ridge Tradesman is their commitment to get the job done right! My new deck is not only beautiful but solidly constructed. "

Kathleen J on August 2025


"Landon regraded and added new gravel to my driveway. Filled in holes and leveled everything out. He was on time, professional and had the best price around. He handled everything from the grading to the hauling of gravel and gave me a quote beforehand. "

Riley P on December 2025

Would not recommend to use angi

"Landon regraded and added new gravel to my driveway. Filled in holes and leveled everything out. He was on time, professional and had the best price around. He handled everything from the grading to the hauling of gravel and gave me a quote beforehand. "

Riley P on December 2025


Dirty Rotens Dozing Excavating & Grading, LLC

5.00(
1
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Dirty Rotens Dozing Excavating & Grading, LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

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

"They were very courteous, very friendly and easy to work with."

Rick R on March 2023

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

"They were very courteous, very friendly and easy to work with."

Rick R on March 2023


Helton Grading, Inc.

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Helton Grading, Inc.

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45 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

HELTON GRADING 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 customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

HELTON GRADING 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 customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.


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Superior Lawn and Landscaping Inc

4.91(
162
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Superior Lawn and Landscaping Inc

4.91(
162
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Superior Lawn and Landscaping Inc. is a business that combines over 20 years of hands on experience with technical knowledge to provide the very best outcome from most any exterior project you may have in mind. We carry degree's from NC State university in landscape design, and we employ State certified plant professionals. Our combination of knowledge and in the field training assure you the best job from the most qualified people in the industry.

"Jonathan was prompt and efficient. He got the job done much quicker than expected especially that he was alone. He wasn't bothered by my nosy dogs which is a big plus. I highly recommend him and his services. When I need more work done I'll call him first."

Lisa L on February 2021

Superior Lawn and Landscaping Inc. is a business that combines over 20 years of hands on experience with technical knowledge to provide the very best outcome from most any exterior project you may have in mind. We carry degree's from NC State university in landscape design, and we employ State certified plant professionals. Our combination of knowledge and in the field training assure you the best job from the most qualified people in the industry.

"Jonathan was prompt and efficient. He got the job done much quicker than expected especially that he was alone. He wasn't bothered by my nosy dogs which is a big plus. I highly recommend him and his services. When I need more work done I'll call him first."

Lisa L on February 2021


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Rob & Son's Plumbing/Drain Cleaning

4.80(
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Rob & Son's Plumbing/Drain Cleaning

4.80(
20
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Unfortunately, sooner or later, there's a clogged drain in your home or business. Help is just a phone call away. Rob & Sons is a family business with over 20 years experience cleaning out sewer lines and drains. There isn't anything we haven't seen! We offer prompt, professional service 24 hours a day 7 days a week. We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover. Personal checks and cash are always welcome! There's no hidden fees- no trip charges or machine fees. We fix what the others miss!

"First off, I had used these guys a number of times and referred people to them. My quote is on their website, for goodness sakes. But that all just changed. I had a leak in my kitchen, and they misdiagnosed it. This misdiagnosis cost me a new dishwasher. I called back asking them to come out and take another look. Was told they'd be out the next day. Never showed or called. After three days, I texted them and never heard back. No integrity what so ever."

John G on November 2024

Unfortunately, sooner or later, there's a clogged drain in your home or business. Help is just a phone call away. Rob & Sons is a family business with over 20 years experience cleaning out sewer lines and drains. There isn't anything we haven't seen! We offer prompt, professional service 24 hours a day 7 days a week. We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover. Personal checks and cash are always welcome! There's no hidden fees- no trip charges or machine fees. We fix what the others miss!

"First off, I had used these guys a number of times and referred people to them. My quote is on their website, for goodness sakes. But that all just changed. I had a leak in my kitchen, and they misdiagnosed it. This misdiagnosis cost me a new dishwasher. I called back asking them to come out and take another look. Was told they'd be out the next day. Never showed or called. After three days, I texted them and never heard back. No integrity what so ever."

John G on November 2024

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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.

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.

The average cost of excavation is around $3,200. Most jobs fall somewhere between $500 and $15,000, depending on the amount of soil to remove, whether or not there are landscaping features or structures in the vicinity that could complicate the excavation, and the quality and contents of the soil. Larger jobs will naturally cost more, as will those in tight spaces that demand manual excavation as opposed to using heavy machinery. Hard soil and tree roots can also extend the job and drive up your labor costs.

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

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