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Avatar for All Trax
All Trax
4.9(
15
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Morganton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very dependable and honest company! Greg done everything he said he would do and more! Heâ s very knowledgeable in the land clearing and landscaping business! He also does demolition jobs as well! I would hire him again!"
Starts in piles
Preparation for burning
Burning
Tank pit
Site truck

+10

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Carolina Grading & Land Clearing
4.7(
25
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Morganton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We had a pond installed by Tim and his crew. The excavator operator / Foreman, Chad, was phenomenol to not only work with but to watch work. The whole process was easy and straightforward. My only complaint is that I didnt hire them sooner"
My Work
My Work
My Work
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My Work

+2

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Carolina Grading & Land Clearing LLC
4.6(
34
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Morganton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a pond installed by Tim and his crew. The excavator operator / Foreman, Chad, was phenomenol to not only work with but to watch work. The whole process was easy and straightforward. My only complaint is that I didnt hire them sooner"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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All Trax, LLC
4.9(
13
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Morganton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The job still needs to be started and completed."
Landslide correction
Landslide correction
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Landslide correction
Additional Photos

+33

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Otto Enterprises
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Morganton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"If you are looking for a job done right grading, clearing, site prep, etc. contact Otto Enterprises they make it happen. They are professional and highly skilled with great communication and a awesome finished product. We look forward to using them for future projects and highly recommend them."
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Suddreth Masonry, LLC
4.5(
28
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Morganton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Honest, pays attention to detail, knowledgeable, fair, experienced. Glad I hired them to install a dry Creek bed."
Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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DB's Landworks
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Morganton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had major hurricane damage from hurricane Helene, where our entire land was devastated with hundreds maybe even thousands of trees. Dylan and his team came in and worked efficiently and proficiently received suggestions and when we had concerns, they went above and beyond to complete the job. We plan to have them back in the future for more projects."
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TG Building & Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Morganton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wouldn't hesitate to call on these guys again! They are the most professional and efficient company out there! They have done such beautiful work and I am so happy and pleased with the job they have done. They went above and beyond my expectations. If you need a job done in a professional way, there's no need to look any other place than T&G Building & Remodeling....they are the best!!! Thanks guys! Verna A."
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A-1 Construction & Roofing, LLC
4.0(
132
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Morganton, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"They arrived in a timely manner, I was informed of work needed, questions were answered, pictures of work completed were provided and pricing was fair. Definitely would hire them for future projects/problems."
almost finished rubber roof install mobile home
gutter Install
shingle Damage
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plywood over a skylight

+39

Response time2 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Directing roof runoff toward freshly graded areas accelerates erosion and ruins soil compaction. In North Carolina, heavy annual rainfall quickly washes away bare soil, so you must plant ground cover immediately after excavating. Parking vehicles over recently backfilled clay soil causes premature sinking and surface cracking. Allowing water to pool against your foundation creates structural movement, and neglecting to clear leaf debris clogs your underground drainage systems.

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Completing practical excavating work significantly boosts your property value. Properly graded lots that direct water away from structures resolve known inspection red flags in Morganton. Converting a crawl space into a full basement adds highly desirable square footage. You must secure all required local permits, as unpermitted grading complicates real estate transactions. North Carolina law requires sellers to disclose any soil remediation or altered drainage patterns to buyers.

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Unplanned expenses arise when contractors encounter hard rock ledges or large subsurface boulders common in the Blue Ridge foothills. Because Morganton features heavy clay soil, you must pay to haul away unusable dirt and import proper fill material. High water tables near local creeks require specialized dewatering equipment during the excavating process. You will also face unexpected fees if you discover abandoned utility lines or old septic tanks underground.

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Keep children and pets far away from the active excavating site. Morganton’s clay-heavy soil creates unstable trench walls that collapse easily. Frequent afternoon thunderstorms quickly fill open holes with water, creating serious drowning hazards. Always leash pets to comply with local animal control ordinances and prevent injuries. Verify your contractor follows safety regulations for deep trenches to keep everyone secure.

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You must actively participate in several phases of the excavating process. The City of Morganton requires property owners to apply for grading permits directly or authorize a contractor in writing. You are also legally responsible for ensuring NC 811 marks utility lines before digging begins. Additionally, you must decide how to manage excavated clay soil and approve final grading plans to prevent drainage issues on your hilly property.

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