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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Matthews - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Dimmer's Precision Grading
Dimmer's Precision Grading
5.0(
22
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great Experience. Energetic young man that arrived on time and was excellent with his coordination of razing the structure and having the debris picked up immediately. Great logistics! Already neighbors have commented how great the area looks and Property Manager has added him to our list of vendors."
Lot 2 finished with silt fence
Lot 1
Streetview of before
Lot 2 finished with silt fence
Lot 2 finished with silt fence

+63

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Atlas Site Tech
Atlas Site Tech
4.9(
18
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I cannot recommend Jorge (owner) and his team highly enough. I had a pretty small job - digging out a a 250 sq ft gravel parking area and filling it with topsoil to convert to a garden. Jorge was easy to work with, he made great suggestions about drainage, slope, and soil type, and got the job done much faster than I expected. If I had gotten a landscape company to do this, they would have charged me double what he did. Atlas would be a great choice for landscape projects that primarily involve excavation, grading, and new garden beds. Atlas is fantastic. I hope I can find another reason to hire them!"
Smooth Finish
Driveway
Sidewalks
Concrete Curb
Concrete Curb Pour

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Transformers Landscaping, LLc
Transformers Landscaping, LLc
4.8(
87
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were hard workers, and took their time and they did a beautiful job, trimming my trees and bushes, They cleaned up after themselves and blew off my driveway.. . They hauled off all the limbs and debris. They will be doing all of my work from now on, and I highly recommend them."
Lawn maintenance before
Lawn maintenance after
TRMMING
TRIMMING
TRIMMING

+2

Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Charlotte Stump and Land
Charlotte Stump and Land
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mike arrived on-time to our agree to time and date. He did an excellent job in removing two 14 ft. trees and digging out the roots. Mike removed all the cut limbs and roots then loaded them on his truck and hauled them to the dump. He also cleaned up the area after he finished the job."
Utility Line Stumps
Stump Grinding Done
Before Canopy Raise
Raised Tree Canopy
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Southeastern Landscape
Southeastern Landscape
4.7(
79
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great company and all his guys are so great too! They were clean and thorough and showed up on time. We will definitely use them again. They did excavation, laying sod (full backyard), and a fence and gate. We are really happy ."
Irrigation
Stone work
Stone work
Outdoor Lighting
Pavers

+7

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%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 Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Silver Line Construction Plus
Silver Line Construction Plus
5.0(
11
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Matthews, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sergiy and his crew are great! I am remodeling my kitchen and they completed a handful of projects for me. They care about their work quality and are very professional. Sergiy was transparent with what work was being done and the associated costs. I would highly recommend Sergiy and his team!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

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.

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.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

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