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Parker Construction Co. NC, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Fleetwood, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Shannon Parker built a screened porch for us from the ground up. He had no problem tying into our roof when other contractors we had talked to hemmed and hawed and did not know how to get it done. Shannon's communication skills are excellent; he kept us informed at every step of the way regarding progress and advising us of any cost changes (due to our plan changes) or rain delays. It was a pleasure to work with him from start to finish, and the screened porch turned out beyond our expectations due to his knowledge, skill and attention to detail. We would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone doing new construction or building a screened porch, and we would hire him again. Oh, and his pricing is fair, too. We are delighted with our screened porch!"
Excavating Basement
10 Foot deep
Backfill Basement
Excavator
Side of Hill

+44

Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hamby's Landscaping and Tree Service
4.7(
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Serving Fleetwood, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did a great job at a very reasonable cost. The tree they removed was taken down and cleaned up in less than 4 hours. Happy to recommend this company."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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DB's Landworks
5.0(
5
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Serving Fleetwood, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, timely at a good price, actually hired him to perform another project after the excavation and clearing of the storm damage and again they exceeded expectations. at a great price definitely my go to person."
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Beam Construction, NC, Inc.
4.1(
10
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Serving Fleetwood, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Ben for excavation in 2021 and continue to appreciate his hard work, skills, and professionalism. We highly recommend!"
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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828Landscape
4.5(
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Serving Fleetwood, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I was in desperate need of some new landscaping I’m front of my house. 828 landscape came out and did a terrific job. They installed many new shrubs along with a beautiful mulch bed. These guys are very professional. I will definitely be hiring them again in the future"
2 Tier Retaining Wall
Landscape Design
Final Grade and Grass Sowing
Sod Install
Privacy Tree Install

+75

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

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.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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