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Avatar for Stay Rite Property Solutions
Stay Rite Property Solutions
4.4(
53
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Manteo, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Spread mulch around a two acre lot. Many trees and shrubs and buildings are on this area. Very neatly done."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Normand & Co. Underground, LLC
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Manteo, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Normand & Co. Underground is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have several 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!

Response time10 mins
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Atlantic Excavating
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Manteo, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Friendly professional and very timely"
After the clean out
Before the cleanup
After the sand is gone
It's all in the details
When your big pool arrives on a truck

+13

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MGT Enterprise
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Manteo, NC and surrounding areas

"I had MGT Enterprise to build me a 850 ft gravel driveway, installed 2 drain tiles for the water drainage, cleared off 2 acres and completely graded the land for my house to be built on, and cleared the land for my septic field. They called around and found the most reasonable prices for the job. When the owner gave me an estimate, everything was itemized just as I asked so I could understand what was being spent. MGT Enterprise was very responsive and gave me their professional opinions and described how they would perform all the work when they gave me a quote. Whenever I had questions, they immediately had answers even if I thought they were ridiculous, they never made me feel like I didnt know anything. They were very prompt with job timing and kept me informed through the whole process. They would not leave the job until I came out and they made sure I was 100% satisfied. I would recommend them to anyone who needs any excavation or work in that area."
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+18

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Coast Construction and Remodling
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Manteo, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Communication was prompt and ongoing throughout the project. Excellent experience!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Coast Construction and Remodeling
4.3(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Manteo, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Communication was prompt and ongoing throughout the project. Excellent experience!"
Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

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