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Gibson's Grading And Construction
4.8(
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Serving Marshall, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My gravel driveway in Black Mountain, NC had needed repairs for a long time and the situation became much worse after a plumbing company installed a new sewer line under it. I contacted David Gibson about repairing the driveway as he had previously done excellent work in fixing my foundation that was settling. David and his crew arrived when expected and had to excavate and install extra sub base and gravel due to the much deteriorated condition of my driveway. I am very pleased with the work and I highly recommend him for fixing any driveway or foundation problems."
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13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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K&B Property Maintenance LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Marshall, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was so lucky K & B had a hole in their scheduling for January and they came the next day. I had three walls of brick to be removed, they protected my wood floors and had their sheet rock guy and electrician come after the demo and redesign it. I would hire them again in a minute."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Capps Excavation
5.0(
8
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Serving Marshall, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Capps Excavation to cut in a new driveway and he did an amazing job. Took down a few big trees that were in the way and that didn't phase them at all. It was on a pretty step slope and they handled it like it was nothing. I wouldn't think twice about hiring them again or recommending them to someone for any excavation, landscaping or tree work!"
New house site
New house site
House prep
Waterline
New drive

+9

Response time3 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Skyland Excavation and Development LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Marshall, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Skyland excavation did an amazing job. They guided me throughout the whole process and answered any questions I had. I will definitely recommend them to anyone that is looking for any grading and concrete projects !"
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Retaining wall

+5

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fox Creek Construction & Grading, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Marshall, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Austin from Fox Creek Construction & Grading did a fantastic job with clearing our land for our homestead! Our property was clear cut many years ago and when we purchased it, we were unaware that the previous contractor left all of the debris piled high in the center of the property; to say it was a mountain of mess is an understatement! Austin got to work on that and had it under control in one day, splitting it up into piles for burning was just part of his great work on the land to create room for the gardens and orchards to come. I would 100% recommend his company for any clearing, or other land work you might need. They were reasonably priced and so friendly to work with. He transformed our place, allowing us to get on with our plans for the homestead. Thanks again Austin- you did a wonderful job!"
Response time6 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Antonio's Lawn Service and Landscape
4.9(
13
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Serving Marshall, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We've hired Antonio for 2 projects on our property and have been thoroughly impressed with both. Antonio's team does excellent work at the best price we got from multiple quotes. We're looking forward to working with him again in the future."
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Hard scaping
paver installation
Walkway prepping

+38

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
TGF Grading & Excavating
3.7(
3
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Serving Marshall, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At TGF Grading & Excavating, we pride ourselves on being the best excavation and demolition improvement company in the Waynesville area. \nWe have built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. \nBeing a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started! \n

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+7

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

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.

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.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

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