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M&D Property Solutions

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M&D Property Solutions

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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


"Marcus did an amazing job."

Dillon D on January 2025

Here at Otto Enterprises we specialize in Grading and Excavating work. We operate each job with respect and honesty. Before we leave the job we make sure each customer is satisfied and happy with the end product.

"Marcus did an amazing job."

Dillon D on January 2025


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Nathan's Tree Service & Land Development

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Nathan's Tree Service & Land Development

5.00(
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7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Nathan's Tree Service & Land Development is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 4 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Nathan and his crew did two very large jobs for us. They did a wonderful job and got everything done to our specifications and a timely manner. "

Dale J on October 2025

Nathan's Tree Service & Land Development is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 4 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Nathan and his crew did two very large jobs for us. They did a wonderful job and got everything done to our specifications and a timely manner. "

Dale J on October 2025


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828Landscape

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828Landscape

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

At 828 Landscaping, we are a quality-driven business based in Western North Carolina, specializing in grading, landscaping, and a comprehensive range of outdoor services. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the beauty and functionality of your property, turning your outdoor space into a dream view.

"I’ve had difficulty finding someone to make repairs to my existing irrigation system. Everyone wants to install but not do repairs when a valve breaks or head needs replaced or there is a leak - seems to be a real shortage in the Hickory region of people who will do irrigation repairs. That was my problem until we found Austin with 828 Landscape. He is professional, a good communicator and is totally about finding the problem and fixing it. I almost hesitate to post this review because then he’ll get too busy to work on my system when I need him."

Karyn Y on July 2022

At 828 Landscaping, we are a quality-driven business based in Western North Carolina, specializing in grading, landscaping, and a comprehensive range of outdoor services. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the beauty and functionality of your property, turning your outdoor space into a dream view.

"I’ve had difficulty finding someone to make repairs to my existing irrigation system. Everyone wants to install but not do repairs when a valve breaks or head needs replaced or there is a leak - seems to be a real shortage in the Hickory region of people who will do irrigation repairs. That was my problem until we found Austin with 828 Landscape. He is professional, a good communicator and is totally about finding the problem and fixing it. I almost hesitate to post this review because then he’ll get too busy to work on my system when I need him."

Karyn Y on July 2022


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Blue Ridge Tradesman LLC

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Blue Ridge Tradesman LLC

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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


"Wonderful! They worked nonstop. Even did a few extras I asked for."

Denise J on August 2024

Call us for a free estimate! With over 30 years of experience, we can help you achieve your vision for your projects. We are a family oriented business that emphasizes customer satisfaction from the first conversation to the completion of a job.

"Wonderful! They worked nonstop. Even did a few extras I asked for."

Denise J on August 2024


Dirty Rotens Dozing Excavating & Grading, LLC

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Dirty Rotens Dozing Excavating & Grading, LLC

5.00(
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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.


GCS Construction LLC

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GCS Construction LLC

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3 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 start to 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.

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 start to 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.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Silt fences should be trenched 8 to 12 inches deep to prevent sediment-filled water from escaping underneath. It also helps to anchor the fence during wet, windy weather. The silt fence fabric often has a red line to indicate the depth for digging. A good contractor will be familiar with the guidelines and regulations.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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