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Avatar for Overbay Construction, LLC
Overbay Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Goldston, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matt was exceptional regarding our project . I found him to knowledgeable, understanding and creative in his approach. He always made time for our concerns and helped us with solutions. My neighbors even commented on what good job he was doing .. I highly recommend Matt."
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Response time8 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Parrish Clearing & Grading, LLC
Parrish Clearing & Grading, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Goldston, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had our lot cleared for our new build (home, building and pool) but Parrish Clearing and Grading did an amazing job! They were timely, highly communicative and professional. I definitely would recommend their services for any job; big or small!"
Response time3 days
Response rate87%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Buffalo Creek Land Management
5.0(
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Serving Goldston, NC and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

At Buffalo Creek Land Management L.L.C., we specialize in reliable, high-quality land services across Hoke County and surrounding areas. Our team provides expert land clearing, forestry mulching, grading, and brush removal, demo and excavation for homeowners, farmers, and developers.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

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.

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