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Avatar for Gibson's Grading And Construction

Gibson's Grading And Construction

4.88(
292
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Approved Pro

Gibson's Grading And Construction

4.88(
292
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
1996 years of experience

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.

"After purchasing my first home, I realized quickly that things were less than perfect. 3 months in, we were finding water intrusion in our crawl space. I had multiple companies come to inspect what was going on. I didn’t feel confident in their solutions, there was more to our situation. After feeling helpless, I read about David Gibson construction. Their testimonies really struck my interest. A local expert, that won’t take a job unless it’s done right, and always found the root of the issue. David came over, surveyed the entire property, inspected the crawl space / foundation, did soil samples, and sent over an entire report on what he believed was going on. We immediately hired him. Davis addressed the root cause and any additional repairs he found along the way. He and his crew were extremely professional, timely, and easy to work with. With highest regard, I strongly recommend David Gibson Construction. I can confidently say all of our issues are now in the past. "

Kyle O on November 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.

"After purchasing my first home, I realized quickly that things were less than perfect. 3 months in, we were finding water intrusion in our crawl space. I had multiple companies come to inspect what was going on. I didn’t feel confident in their solutions, there was more to our situation. After feeling helpless, I read about David Gibson construction. Their testimonies really struck my interest. A local expert, that won’t take a job unless it’s done right, and always found the root of the issue. David came over, surveyed the entire property, inspected the crawl space / foundation, did soil samples, and sent over an entire report on what he believed was going on. We immediately hired him. Davis addressed the root cause and any additional repairs he found along the way. He and his crew were extremely professional, timely, and easy to work with. With highest regard, I strongly recommend David Gibson Construction. I can confidently say all of our issues are now in the past. "

Kyle O on November 2025


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ZR landscaping and Grading

4.90(
92
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ZR landscaping and Grading

4.90(
92
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

ZR Landscaping & Grading specializes in residential landscape projects and grade work. We are committed to making the clients vision come alive with each project from simple landscape designs to excavation. We work primarily in Buncombe and Henderson county and close surrounding areas and provide free on-site estimates.

"ZR Landscaping repaired my driveway after damage caused by Hurricane Helene. They were very easy to work with, listened to any concerns and did a wonderful job on my repair. Highly recommend!"

Lori D on May 2025

ZR Landscaping & Grading specializes in residential landscape projects and grade work. We are committed to making the clients vision come alive with each project from simple landscape designs to excavation. We work primarily in Buncombe and Henderson county and close surrounding areas and provide free on-site estimates.

"ZR Landscaping repaired my driveway after damage caused by Hurricane Helene. They were very easy to work with, listened to any concerns and did a wonderful job on my repair. Highly recommend!"

Lori D on May 2025


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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
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
2013 years of experience

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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Cobblestone Enterprises, LLC

4.84(
31
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Cobblestone Enterprises, LLC

4.84(
31
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
2018 years of experience

At Cobblestone Enterprises, LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform, and firmly believe you will be pleased with the result. We look forward to earning your business!

"Mr. Grayson Brookshire was very professional. When he came out to inspect the job, he gave me an estimate. The final cost was less than what he quoted. His crew was very hardworking, courteous, respectful of the property, and did an excellent job."

Thomas S P on November 2024

At Cobblestone Enterprises, LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform, and firmly believe you will be pleased with the result. We look forward to earning your business!

"Mr. Grayson Brookshire was very professional. When he came out to inspect the job, he gave me an estimate. The final cost was less than what he quoted. His crew was very hardworking, courteous, respectful of the property, and did an excellent job."

Thomas S P on November 2024


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Ram Constructors

4.93(
15
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Ram Constructors

4.93(
15
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2018 years of experience

I have been involved in construction for over 20 years. I worked for a remodeling contractor in California in 1999 and a laborer/estimator for a design-build firm in Baton Rouge where I received my Bachelor of Science, Construction Management at LSU in 2003. I worked for a trucking company where I was the estimator and project manager for civil and marine projects. In 2005, I received my general contractors license while living on the coast in Mississippi. This where I formed a remodeling company, New Coast Construction Co. My family and I moved to North Carolina in 2006 where I have since worked for grading and paving companies undertaking estimating and project management. In August of 2019, I formed RAM Constructors, LLC. RAM Constructors is Licensed and Insured.

"They did a great job and were very responsive to my needs."

Michael W on September 2021

I have been involved in construction for over 20 years. I worked for a remodeling contractor in California in 1999 and a laborer/estimator for a design-build firm in Baton Rouge where I received my Bachelor of Science, Construction Management at LSU in 2003. I worked for a trucking company where I was the estimator and project manager for civil and marine projects. In 2005, I received my general contractors license while living on the coast in Mississippi. This where I formed a remodeling company, New Coast Construction Co. My family and I moved to North Carolina in 2006 where I have since worked for grading and paving companies undertaking estimating and project management. In August of 2019, I formed RAM Constructors, LLC. RAM Constructors is Licensed and Insured.

"They did a great job and were very responsive to my needs."

Michael W on September 2021


"I made the right choice. Ellie and Leo did a great job in my yard. Thanks Ellie for answering the phone and actually talking to me and explaining things. Awesome work."

CATHEY M on March 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"I made the right choice. Ellie and Leo did a great job in my yard. Thanks Ellie for answering the phone and actually talking to me and explaining things. Awesome work."

CATHEY M on March 2025


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K&B Property Maintenance LLC

5.00(
13
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K&B Property Maintenance LLC

5.00(
13
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2013 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

K&B Property Maintenance is owner operated and has been in business since 2013. We have 20 years experience in the industry. Our specialties are turnkey builds, framing, siding, decks, fencing, and flooring minus carpet. We have an excellent reputation and take pride in our quality work. Give us a call today for your project needs!

"Needed deck footers and supports redone on a 12x20 deck that my original contractor did incorrectly and failed inspection. KB did a great job of correcting and installing the correct footers and we passed our inspection with flying colors. "

Ron M on September 2025

K&B Property Maintenance is owner operated and has been in business since 2013. We have 20 years experience in the industry. Our specialties are turnkey builds, framing, siding, decks, fencing, and flooring minus carpet. We have an excellent reputation and take pride in our quality work. Give us a call today for your project needs!

"Needed deck footers and supports redone on a 12x20 deck that my original contractor did incorrectly and failed inspection. KB did a great job of correcting and installing the correct footers and we passed our inspection with flying colors. "

Ron M on September 2025


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
2022 years of experience

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


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Scorpion Lawn Care

5.00(
9
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Scorpion Lawn Care

5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2023 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Scorpion Lawn Care! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Showed up on time and got the job done in short order. Nice work"

John M on September 2025

Welcome to Scorpion Lawn Care! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Showed up on time and got the job done in short order. Nice work"

John M on September 2025


M&D Property Solutions

4.94(
17
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M&D Property Solutions

4.94(
17
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2017 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

"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. "

Bryce T on November 2022

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

"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. "

Bryce T on November 2022

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

To determine whether your homeowners' insurance will cover crawl space repair, consider the cause of the issue. Repair may be covered if the problems were caused by an event that the insurance covers, such as vandalism or a windstorm. However, companies won't cover the repair if the issues are caused by neglect or wear and tear.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

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.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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