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Otto Enterprises
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Hays, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"If you are looking for a job done right grading, clearing, site prep, etc. contact Otto Enterprises they make it happen. They are professional and highly skilled with great communication and a awesome finished product. We look forward to using them for future projects and highly recommend them."
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Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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TDK Landscapes L.L.C.
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hays, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

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"I was Blessed with a sizable tax return this year, so I sought Angie’s help finding a contractor for (2) projects : 10x12 Deck and a wood privacy fence I chose Tyler because he took the time to walk the property and fully discuss options and pricing from start to finish. Tyler was so detailed and thorough in his explanation of what he was doing and how he was doing it. He made me feel comfortable and confident that I made the correct decision choosing TDK over the others. I could not be more pleased with the results. I will use Tyler for a few more projects over the next year with no hesitation. I have no need to look any further than TDK Beyond the impressive craftsmanship, Tyler is genuinely kind and considerate. He not only won me over, he managed to smooth things over between me and my neighbor as a bonus."
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Response time2 days
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Blue Ridge Tradesman LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hays, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent attention to detail and communication during project which included excavation alongside exterior wall to remove and replace moisture barrier and stripping interior basement walls and reapplying primer and Drylock. The project also required disassembly and reassembly of wine racks and work benches. Dirk would not quit until he was satisfied that it met his high standard. Extremely pleased and I would not hesitate to hire again. Project came in on budget and clean up was thorough."
Response time9 hrs
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Rabon Excavating Services LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Hays, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Call us for a free estimate!\nWith 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.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Nathan's Tree Service & Land Development
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hays, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It's not often that someone truly impresses me, but this young man did exactly that. From the very beginning, his professionalism, communication, and business sense stood out. He carries himself with a level of maturity well beyond his years. His crew did an outstanding job trimming my trees and left my property spotless when they were finished. The cleanup was just as impressive as the work itself, and he kept me informed throughout the entire process. I've been in sales for over 10 years and have worked alongside many seasoned professionals, yet I've met very few who demonstrate the level of professionalism, follow-through, and customer service that he does. He has an incredibly bright future ahead of him. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for quality work, excellent communication, and someone who truly takes pride in what they do."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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RidgeView Grading & Excavating
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Hays, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ryland developed a plan to overcome a multi year erosion problem that was aggravated by installation of a Generac system and the burying of a 250 gallon LP tank in my front yard. Ryland executed the plan in two days. Within 20 minutes of completion, he design was tested and found to be successful by a significant downpour."
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Carolina Hauling and Demo
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hays, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I cannot recommend this company highly enough. We recently needed to tackle a major cleanout at my dad’s house, which was a daunting task. This team managed to clear out five entire rooms in just two days! Beyond their incredible efficiency, what truly stood out was their character. They were exceptionally considerate, respectful, and thorough. Handling a family home is an emotional process, but their thoughtful and professional approach made everything so much easier. If you need a reliable cleanout service, Tim and his crew ❤️ are the answer!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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.

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.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

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