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C Gull Tree Service
4.6(
71
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Newport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent customer service. We were in serious jeopardy of a tree falling on our shed, so CGull responded very quickly. They arrived on time, took the tree down, and cleaned up afterwards."
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%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 Newport, 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
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AJ Home Builder LLC
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Newport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"AJ HB took down 5 crepe Myrtle trees that were too near the house and sick with fungus. They ground the stumps, cut back some pampas grass and hauled away all the debris. Then I asked him to do our pine straw. He’s a hard worker, showed up when he said he would and gave us a fair price. Communication between us was very good and he’s super polite and aims to please the customer. Would definitely hire again."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carolina Green Landscaping
4.5(
15
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Newport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"There was a little miscommunication at first with us understanding each other but we worked it out and the service after that was great. They did a good job."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Fast Lane Contracting
4.2(
56
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Newport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fast Lane Contracting cleared about 500 square feet of thick forest in our back yard. Robert and Melody are friendly and professional and asked us all along the process what we were wanting and if they were providing that service as we wanted. They truly cared about doing the job exactly as wanted. The price was good, too. I would definitely use them again."
Waterfron Home
Town Creek Marina
retaining wall
Town Creek Marina
Feel the Beach!

+16

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lee's Yard Works
4.6(
36
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Newport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My lawn man for 15 years could not trim shrubs or azaleas any longer and the briars and weeds were taking over. I had tried a couple other local guys and when they showed up really didn’t want to work even after they got paid to drive 20 miles each way. I then changed and including my yard. Lee did a terrific job and all looks great. I look forward to working with him for many years."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WR Land Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Newport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used WCR Hauling on several occasion. The young man, Wade, that has come to my house is prompt and hard working. WCR hauled away a bunch of items that I just didn't know how to get rid of. They did it quickly, cleanly, and their prices were very fair. Especially when you consider that he had to take my stuff to a dump and cover those prices. I would highly recommend them without hesitation."
Forestry Mulching
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

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