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Hazy Mountain Building

5.00(
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Hazy Mountain Building

5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

Thank you for finding Hazy Mountain here on Angi! We are a grading and excavation company in the Ashville area actively booking concrete and exterior services. We are insured and back up all of our completed work with labor warranties. If you would like any references I am happy to provide them on request. We appreciate any time spent leaving us a review or referring us to friends and family! I look forward to meeting you at our estimate and thank you again for your interest in Hazy Mountain!

"Taylor and his crew were amazing. Great communication and prompt."

Bryan R on February 2024

Thank you for finding Hazy Mountain here on Angi! We are a grading and excavation company in the Ashville area actively booking concrete and exterior services. We are insured and back up all of our completed work with labor warranties. If you would like any references I am happy to provide them on request. We appreciate any time spent leaving us a review or referring us to friends and family! I look forward to meeting you at our estimate and thank you again for your interest in Hazy Mountain!

"Taylor and his crew were amazing. Great communication and prompt."

Bryan R on February 2024


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Thickett-B-Gone

5.00(
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Thickett-B-Gone

5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quality work
22 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Thickett-B-Gone, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do. Put smile on people faces and have a clean job site.

"Ron and his team did a very good job removing the trees, and they even cleaned our gutters out for us- no extra charge! I would DEFINITELY recommend these pros. 5 stars!"

Terry G on November 2025

Thickett-B-Gone, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do. Put smile on people faces and have a clean job site.

"Ron and his team did a very good job removing the trees, and they even cleaned our gutters out for us- no extra charge! I would DEFINITELY recommend these pros. 5 stars!"

Terry G on November 2025


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Cold Mountain Grading Company

5.00(
4
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Cold Mountain Grading Company

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Cold Mountain Grading Company, we value relationships. Being local to Western North Carolina, we come from a mountain culture rooted in loving thy neighbor and doing right by one another. Our goal is to bring this mentality to our business by producing the highest quality work to our clients for the best price possible. From cutting in a fresh driveway to grading a new homesite, our services often represent the first step towards fulfilling an ambition for our customers, and we take pride in the responsibility of initiating the process for our clients to achieve their goals. Just as we have been blessed with the opportunity to operate this business, we aim to provide opportunities to our community.

"Robbie Moody, owner and operator of Cold Mountain Grading, is an exceptional young man. He is polite, professional, responsible, reliable and an outstanding problem-solver. His communication skills were excellent, and from his first visit, Robbie was able to offer solutions that others did not mention. He put in a new drain from the gutter, installed a new French drain along the side of the building that was too low, spread topsoil to raise about .5 of my yard, planted seed and covered with straw. Under my deck he built a retaining wall, and spread crushed stone to level. The job was done perfectly, and in only three days. I would definitely hire and recommend Robbie in the future."

Robert O on September 2023

At Cold Mountain Grading Company, we value relationships. Being local to Western North Carolina, we come from a mountain culture rooted in loving thy neighbor and doing right by one another. Our goal is to bring this mentality to our business by producing the highest quality work to our clients for the best price possible. From cutting in a fresh driveway to grading a new homesite, our services often represent the first step towards fulfilling an ambition for our customers, and we take pride in the responsibility of initiating the process for our clients to achieve their goals. Just as we have been blessed with the opportunity to operate this business, we aim to provide opportunities to our community.

"Robbie Moody, owner and operator of Cold Mountain Grading, is an exceptional young man. He is polite, professional, responsible, reliable and an outstanding problem-solver. His communication skills were excellent, and from his first visit, Robbie was able to offer solutions that others did not mention. He put in a new drain from the gutter, installed a new French drain along the side of the building that was too low, spread topsoil to raise about .5 of my yard, planted seed and covered with straw. Under my deck he built a retaining wall, and spread crushed stone to level. The job was done perfectly, and in only three days. I would definitely hire and recommend Robbie in the future."

Robert O on September 2023


Wood Excavating

4.95(
10
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Wood Excavating

4.95(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

Wood Excavating 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.

"They were on time and the project went as described."

Kenneth F on July 2023

Wood Excavating 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.

"They were on time and the project went as described."

Kenneth F on July 2023


Ridgeline Grading

5.00(
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Ridgeline Grading

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Ridgeline Grading 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.

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Anthony B on November 2022

Ridgeline Grading 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.

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Anthony B on November 2022


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Catalyst Contracting LLC

4.89(
9
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Catalyst Contracting LLC

4.89(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"This company was very efficient & knowledgeable about my needs for this project to add gravel inside our extended metal building & create a gravel driveway up into the building. Grant was exceptional in the quality of his work."

Bonnie O on March 2025

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"This company was very efficient & knowledgeable about my needs for this project to add gravel inside our extended metal building & create a gravel driveway up into the building. Grant was exceptional in the quality of his work."

Bonnie O on March 2025


Earth Moving Group

5.00(
1
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Earth Moving Group

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

Earth Moving Group, 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.

"I hired the Earth Moving Group to repair a private road, and could not be happier with the results. Actually, the entire process was straightforward and honest, with work commencing exactly as communicated and work being done professionally and friendly. Great experience, highly recommend!"

John S on March 2021

Earth Moving Group, 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.

"I hired the Earth Moving Group to repair a private road, and could not be happier with the results. Actually, the entire process was straightforward and honest, with work commencing exactly as communicated and work being done professionally and friendly. Great experience, highly recommend!"

John S on March 2021


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ZR Landscaping and Grading

4.79(
128
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ZR Landscaping and Grading

4.79(
128
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
107 local quotes requested

The owner and staff at ZR Landscaping & Grading are here to customize your landscaping and hardscaping experience. With accessible staff, fresh ideas, a beautiful display area and experienced crews we're able to make your dreams come to life and give you the inspiration you may need to improve your spaces. We specialize in custom hardscapes such as patios, walkways, chimney and fire pit installation and more to give you a premier outdoor living space. We also provide landscape installation and clean up services along with several grading and drainage solutions for around your home or driveway. Chances are, if you need it we can do it. Give us a call to discus your next project!

"I had a relatively small project involving gravel delivery, and in the course of discussion they learned I was needing to pick up railroad ties. They offered to save me the trouble by picking up and delivering the ties along with the gravel. I consider this extremely excellent customer service, especially considering the small nature of the service request! In addition, they came in at a far lower price than competitors - (& they provided the convenience of picking up the railroad ties!) Caleb, who made the delivery was especially helpful and professional! If I have any other landscaping need, I will be sure to go to them, and only them!"

Phil C on October 2025

The owner and staff at ZR Landscaping & Grading are here to customize your landscaping and hardscaping experience. With accessible staff, fresh ideas, a beautiful display area and experienced crews we're able to make your dreams come to life and give you the inspiration you may need to improve your spaces. We specialize in custom hardscapes such as patios, walkways, chimney and fire pit installation and more to give you a premier outdoor living space. We also provide landscape installation and clean up services along with several grading and drainage solutions for around your home or driveway. Chances are, if you need it we can do it. Give us a call to discus your next project!

"I had a relatively small project involving gravel delivery, and in the course of discussion they learned I was needing to pick up railroad ties. They offered to save me the trouble by picking up and delivering the ties along with the gravel. I consider this extremely excellent customer service, especially considering the small nature of the service request! In addition, they came in at a far lower price than competitors - (& they provided the convenience of picking up the railroad ties!) Caleb, who made the delivery was especially helpful and professional! If I have any other landscaping need, I will be sure to go to them, and only them!"

Phil C on October 2025


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Gibson's Grading And Construction

4.88(
291
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Approved Pro

Gibson's Grading And Construction

4.88(
291
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 local quotes requested

Gibson's Construction has been established since 1996 we are family owned and operated and we offer full range of construction services and grading from small jobs to large jobs. We are a father and son team and use the best people and materials that we can find. We do not hire subcontractors because we do the work ourselves on-site to make sure they job is done right! we do contract price only. We will give a 10% discount for Angie's List members. We do the highest quality of work and services and do not take short cuts or bandaid fixes. With decades of experience and continued top service we are here to help. We are a top notch professional outfit that's very dedicated to our craft. When working with us you are not just a customer but become family with us. We are fully insured and ready to work Services We Do not offer: Paving, well work, electrical, tank removal or installation,handyman services,roofing, mobile home work, septic install and repair, trenching for water,sewer and gas lines.

"David did substantial work to repair foundation damage that was found during removal of a large tree that fell during the Helene storm. The foundation was bulging/collapsing inwards below grade to the interior of an earthen basement. The project needed more than a canned approach, which several other foundation contractors described that they could do. David explained several options for addressing the failure and stabilizing the foundation over the longer term. I was impressed by his thinking and very satisfied by the work. He was able to do the work in a timely fashion during a period when he was working on quite serious road and foundation repair projects resulting from Helene damage. I would absolutely hire him again."

Michael F on October 2025

Gibson's Construction has been established since 1996 we are family owned and operated and we offer full range of construction services and grading from small jobs to large jobs. We are a father and son team and use the best people and materials that we can find. We do not hire subcontractors because we do the work ourselves on-site to make sure they job is done right! we do contract price only. We will give a 10% discount for Angie's List members. We do the highest quality of work and services and do not take short cuts or bandaid fixes. With decades of experience and continued top service we are here to help. We are a top notch professional outfit that's very dedicated to our craft. When working with us you are not just a customer but become family with us. We are fully insured and ready to work Services We Do not offer: Paving, well work, electrical, tank removal or installation,handyman services,roofing, mobile home work, septic install and repair, trenching for water,sewer and gas lines.

"David did substantial work to repair foundation damage that was found during removal of a large tree that fell during the Helene storm. The foundation was bulging/collapsing inwards below grade to the interior of an earthen basement. The project needed more than a canned approach, which several other foundation contractors described that they could do. David explained several options for addressing the failure and stabilizing the foundation over the longer term. I was impressed by his thinking and very satisfied by the work. He was able to do the work in a timely fashion during a period when he was working on quite serious road and foundation repair projects resulting from Helene damage. I would absolutely hire him again."

Michael F on October 2025


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Carolina West Ventures

5.00(
2
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Carolina West Ventures

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Carolina West Ventures, LLC is committed to helping serve customers in the Western North Carolina area with property solutions including land clearing and grading, drainage system installation, underground oil tank removal, and gravel driveway repair. Please call for a free quote on your project 828-551-2247

"Hired AJ and his team to do a gravel driveway with proper drainage for the front of my house. AJ was very communicative and did the work in one day. Reasonable pricing and great overall work."

Jonathan N on August 2023

Carolina West Ventures, LLC is committed to helping serve customers in the Western North Carolina area with property solutions including land clearing and grading, drainage system installation, underground oil tank removal, and gravel driveway repair. Please call for a free quote on your project 828-551-2247

"Hired AJ and his team to do a gravel driveway with proper drainage for the front of my house. AJ was very communicative and did the work in one day. Reasonable pricing and great overall work."

Jonathan N on August 2023

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes two to three hours to trench 100 feet with a mechanical trencher or 10 to 12 hours if digging with a shovel. The total time to dig a trench depends on the depth, width, soil type, terrain, trencher type, and your level of experience. Digging in clay or rocky soil takes longer than soft ground.  

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

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.

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