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GroundShapersLLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Mount Airy, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My experience with Groundshapers has been excellent. When Radley came out to inspect my yard & driveway, he was very thorough & knowledgeable about what would be required to correct the issues & complete the job according to my wishes. He is very professional, but also very personable. He truly desires to do a job at the highest standard & he succeeds at it. He is conscientious & has even stopped by a few times after completing the job to ensure that the issues & problem areas are truly fixed. I definitely recommend him!"
Gravel driveway installation
Residential grading
Commercial grading
Parking lot addition
Landscaping

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hawks Transport Grading & Grinding
5.0(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Mount Airy, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Customers say: Quick response

"They did an excellent job getting the trees out. There were a lot of things near the trees, including our house and the neighbors, and they were able to do the job without damaging anything."
Response time12 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Total View Land Management LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mount Airy, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

Total View Land Management LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. \nWe uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal \nresponsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. \nAccurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true \nprofessionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make \ntheir concerns the basis of our business.

Drain projects
Fixing drain issues from gutters
Adding drain lines
Driveway Repair
Driveway

+5

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Helton Grading, Inc.
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Mount Airy, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

HELTON GRADING INC 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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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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