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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Hurdle Mills - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Hutchins Landscape & Lawn Maintenance LLC
Hutchins Landscape & Lawn Maintenance LLC
4.7(
130
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hurdle Mills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jon and his team installed a front yard irrigation system for me and tilled and graded my entire yard. Jon and his team delivered high quality results! I had a lot of questions and Jon was attentive to all of them. I will 100% hire them again for my landscaping needs!"
BEFORE: boring, small patio.
AFTER: larger, raised, rounded, beautiful patio.
BEFORE: boring, crowded, builder's special patio...
AFTER patio, seat wall, and retaining wall.
Fresh sod with newly landscaped natural area and pine straw.

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hurdle Mills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Needed fencing installed to keep groundhogs from taking up residence under our deck. Brady came up with a creative and complete solution that made sure the varmints were out and would not return. Would use again."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Green Sweep Lawn Maintenance, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Hurdle Mills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeremy was very knowledgeable, explained what he was going to do and offered me a fair price for the work. He and his team arrived on time, performed the job safely and professionally and cleaned up prior to leaving. I would highly recommend this company for future work. Tom P"
Lawn Renovation
Lawn renovationed
Level shop pad
Creating craw space
Drain tiles

+2

Response time1 day
Avatar for Evans LandWork
Evans LandWork
5.0(
5
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Hurdle Mills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I’ll give Mr John Evans of Evans Landwork 5 star review and more if I could. He did an excellent job on my driveway that had washout from all the rain we’ve had. He redid my entire driveway. Reworking the side ditch’s plus installed a drain pipe on the first day by himself. Working from about 9am to 7pm without stopping for lunch. Came back the next day packed everything in and then spread gravel. I was very impressed with his work ethic. Would definitely hire Evans Landwork again. He does very good work. C Webster"
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu

+8

Response time2 days
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Flat River Clearing & Grading LLC
Flat River Clearing & Grading LLC
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Hurdle Mills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

"From start to finish these guys killed it, they showed up on time and gave me a walkthrough estimate on everything I was looking to get done, they even gave me a little advice and we agreed on changing some of my plans! The day they showed up to do the job they arrived on time and got to work immediately, these guys don?t mess around! Very efficient, Very friendly, and experienced! I would recommend these guys to anyone!"
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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