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Avatar for Saintsing Skid-Steer Services, LLC
Saintsing Skid-Steer Services, LLC
4.9(
37
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian did a great job repairing a drainage issue in my yard. He kept his word with everything that he said he would do and was very professional. I would definitely recommend him to anyone that needs landscaping services."
Regrade to allow water to flow
Regrade to allow water to flow
fix grade to divert water
fix grade to divert water
Regrade after trees removed

+197

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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 Lexington, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Bearclaws excavation
Bearclaws excavation
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Lexington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"You will not go wrong hiring Josh Faircloth dba Bearclaws Excavation. Polite, professional, personable AND gets the job done efficiently going the extra mile to be sure you received what you wanted and at an affordable price. It was a very positive experience and those can be hard to find. He exceeded my expectations."
clearing
 clearing
clearing
clearing
land clearing

+1

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Silver Line Construction Plus
Silver Line Construction Plus
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Lexington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Rubio's Metal Roofing, LLC
Rubio's Metal Roofing, LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Lexington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"My experience was wonderful! The service was excellent! They arrived on time, worked quickly and efficiently, cleaned up when they were finished, provided clear pictures and explanation of the entire job... highly recommended! Rubio was very nice and professional. Great pricing and quality service... I plan to hire them again next month for my next home improvement project! They do an amazing job!"
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+44

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greener Horizons Enterprises
4.8(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Green Horizons installed underground piping for my downspouts to help address erosion from runoff during rainstorms and also installed decorative landscaping. Ethan communicated regularly during the project and finished the entire job quickly and with minimal disturbance to the rest of the yard. Super professional and the end result looks great."
land development
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Double D Tree & Land Management
Double D Tree & Land Management
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Lexington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I sent him a picture and the address and told him I needed the circled trees removed and the stumps because we was putting a building in their place. He said he was 30 minutes away and could give me a quote. I was very happy with the price and accepted the quote. I received the picture of the trees and stumps removed a few hours later. Fast, kind, and hardworking gentlemen."
Storm damage
Storm damage
Storm damage
Storm damage
Storm damage

+4

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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 walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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 physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

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