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Hazy Mountain Building

5.00(
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Hazy Mountain Building

5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

Thank you for finding Hazy Mountain here on Angi! We are a grading and excavation company in the Ashville area actively booking concrete and exterior services. We are insured and back up all of our completed work with labor warranties. If you would like any references I am happy to provide them on request. We appreciate any time spent leaving us a review or referring us to friends and family! I look forward to meeting you at our estimate and thank you again for your interest in Hazy Mountain!

"Taylor and his crew were amazing. Great communication and prompt."

Bryan R on February 2024

Thank you for finding Hazy Mountain here on Angi! We are a grading and excavation company in the Ashville area actively booking concrete and exterior services. We are insured and back up all of our completed work with labor warranties. If you would like any references I am happy to provide them on request. We appreciate any time spent leaving us a review or referring us to friends and family! I look forward to meeting you at our estimate and thank you again for your interest in Hazy Mountain!

"Taylor and his crew were amazing. Great communication and prompt."

Bryan R on February 2024


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Thickett-B-Gone

5.00(
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Thickett-B-Gone

5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quality work
21 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Thickett-B-Gone, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do. Put smile on people faces and have a clean job site.

"Ron and his team did a very good job removing the trees, and they even cleaned our gutters out for us- no extra charge! I would DEFINITELY recommend these pros. 5 stars!"

Terry G on November 2025

Thickett-B-Gone, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do. Put smile on people faces and have a clean job site.

"Ron and his team did a very good job removing the trees, and they even cleaned our gutters out for us- no extra charge! I would DEFINITELY recommend these pros. 5 stars!"

Terry G on November 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
18 local quotes requested

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


Ridgeline Grading

5.00(
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Ridgeline Grading

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Ridgeline Grading 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.

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Anthony B on November 2022

Ridgeline Grading 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.

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Anthony B on November 2022


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Catalyst Contracting LLC

4.89(
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Catalyst Contracting LLC

4.89(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"This company was very efficient & knowledgeable about my needs for this project to add gravel inside our extended metal building & create a gravel driveway up into the building. Grant was exceptional in the quality of his work."

Bonnie O on March 2025

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"This company was very efficient & knowledgeable about my needs for this project to add gravel inside our extended metal building & create a gravel driveway up into the building. Grant was exceptional in the quality of his work."

Bonnie O on March 2025


CB Land Management demonstrates expert quality work and professional customer service with each one of our clients. Call us to discuss your excavation, concrete, and land clearing projects!


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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
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
108 local quotes requested

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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Gibson's Grading And Construction

4.88(
291
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Gibson's Grading And Construction

4.88(
291
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
49 local quotes requested

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.

"David did substantial work to repair foundation damage that was found during removal of a large tree that fell during the Helene storm. The foundation was bulging/collapsing inwards below grade to the interior of an earthen basement. The project needed more than a canned approach, which several other foundation contractors described that they could do. David explained several options for addressing the failure and stabilizing the foundation over the longer term. I was impressed by his thinking and very satisfied by the work. He was able to do the work in a timely fashion during a period when he was working on quite serious road and foundation repair projects resulting from Helene damage. I would absolutely hire him again."

Michael F on October 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.

"David did substantial work to repair foundation damage that was found during removal of a large tree that fell during the Helene storm. The foundation was bulging/collapsing inwards below grade to the interior of an earthen basement. The project needed more than a canned approach, which several other foundation contractors described that they could do. David explained several options for addressing the failure and stabilizing the foundation over the longer term. I was impressed by his thinking and very satisfied by the work. He was able to do the work in a timely fashion during a period when he was working on quite serious road and foundation repair projects resulting from Helene damage. I would absolutely hire him again."

Michael F on October 2025


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Carolina West Ventures

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

Carolina West Ventures

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Carolina West Ventures, LLC is committed to helping serve customers in the Western North Carolina area with property solutions including land clearing and grading, drainage system installation, underground oil tank removal, and gravel driveway repair. Please call for a free quote on your project 828-551-2247

"Hired AJ and his team to do a gravel driveway with proper drainage for the front of my house. AJ was very communicative and did the work in one day. Reasonable pricing and great overall work."

Jonathan N on August 2023

Carolina West Ventures, LLC is committed to helping serve customers in the Western North Carolina area with property solutions including land clearing and grading, drainage system installation, underground oil tank removal, and gravel driveway repair. Please call for a free quote on your project 828-551-2247

"Hired AJ and his team to do a gravel driveway with proper drainage for the front of my house. AJ was very communicative and did the work in one day. Reasonable pricing and great overall work."

Jonathan N on August 2023


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MJ Mountain Builders

4.33(
6
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MJ Mountain Builders

4.33(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
34 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

MJ Mountain Builders is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 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. Contact us for a free consultation today! Please note, while we install and repair septic systems, we do not pump septic tanks.

"Very friendly and professional crew that worked with me to get the job done without breaking my wallet. All septic jobs present unique challenges, and Monty and David found a way to do what needed to be done. They communicated well and got the job finished quickly, too. "

Christine F on June 2025

MJ Mountain Builders is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 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. Contact us for a free consultation today! Please note, while we install and repair septic systems, we do not pump septic tanks.

"Very friendly and professional crew that worked with me to get the job done without breaking my wallet. All septic jobs present unique challenges, and Monty and David found a way to do what needed to be done. They communicated well and got the job finished quickly, too. "

Christine F on June 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

The cost to drill a well ranges, but for a well that’s roughly 150 feet deep, you could spend approximately $5,500. However, prices can fluctuate substantially due to factors like geological conditions, local regulations, and variations in drilling methods. For a more precise quote tailored to your location, research local well-drilling professionals in your area.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

The cost to repair a crawl space runs between $1,500 and $15,000, depending on the extent of the damage. Major flooding or water repairs can cost up to $10,000 for removal and repairs. If you simply need to clean your crawl space, expect to pay between $2,000 and $6,000 for a major cleanout. Replacing a crawl space beam due to rot or damage can cost between $1,500 and $5,000, while removing and replacing damaged insulation costs between $1,000 and $4,000.

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