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Avatar for Garden of Eva Landscaping, LLC
Garden of Eva Landscaping, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"We hired Gardens by Eva because we needed to update the landscaping in and around our pool and front yard. We lived all the ideas that they came up with and how the project came out. We added path lighting, pavers, and up lights on our palm trees. The property looks fresh, clean and aesthetically beautiful! Rocky and Eva care about making sure they make you happy!"
Yard Makeover w/fountain
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Yard Makeover w/fountain
Pool area makeover
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+8

Response time9 hrs
140 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Southern Accents Landscape Design
4.8(
139
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the paver work done in my patio. It met and exceeded my expectations. The crew was polite and answered any questions I had while they were on site."
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+13

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Universal Green Garden Landscaping, Inc.
4.6(
44
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Complete overhaul of my yard. Cleaning up, sod install, irrigation system, creating plant beds, and mulching. Brought the most beautiful top soil Iâ ve ever seen! All done in a timely efficient manner. Thank you Fernando."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+16

Response time6 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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McDuffie Property Services
5.0(
7
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brought in a bunch of dirt and leveled out a pad for a future building. Did an awesome job despite the weather and delivery hiccups. If your needing landscaping/grading/excavation work, this is the guy to call"
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McFarland Land Clearing
5.0(
5
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I couldn't be happier with Ian and highly recommend McFarland Land Clearing. Ian is very knowledgeable, professional, super responsive and he completed the job quickly and exactly as asked, with everything cleaned up perfectly."
Tree removal
Tree removal
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ACME Contracting Services, Inc.
4.2(
7
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David and his crew did an awesome job for us. They poured a slab for our 20 x 20 building and a sidewalk! We also had the building wired and they did that for us. We were ð ¯ % satisfied with the work. They were always respectful and very caring about the detail of their work. They will be our go to contractors when needed. Thank you David, Buster and crew!!! Terry & Nita Lanier- Winnabow"
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cape Fear Advanced Septics
5.0(
4
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"From start to finish, this company was absolutely excellent. Brian?s communication was clear and timely, so I always knew what to expect. They showed up when they said they would, worked quickly, and got the job done right the first time. I really appreciated how honest and straightforward they were?no surprises, just good service. The pricing was fair and very reasonable. Overall, Brian made what could have been a stressful situation easy and stress-free. If you?re looking for someone to leave your yard better than they found it, even while installing a new septic this is the company for you!"
Installations
Installations
Installations
Installations
Installations

+6

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
American board and nail
5.0(
4
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Here’s a rephrased version that maintains the essential details:\n\n\nHi, I’m Chris. With 25 years of experience in handyman services, I specialize in developing unique concepts for custom furniture as well as maintain property standards. I take a direct approach and am flexible to meet your needs. Together, we will devise a plan and then put it into action.

Custom dinning table
Fire dept table
Fire dept table
Fire dept table
Fire dept table

+6

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Legacy EarthWerks
4.0(
4
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Before they showed up, my yard looked like it was auditioning for a Discovery Channel documentary. A few days later, it looked like it belonged on a landscaping magazine cover. Great communication, fair pricing, and they treated my property like it was their own. I’d hire them again in a heartbeat… assuming I can convince my wife we need to clear more land. 10/10 would let them bulldoze my property again. The only complaint I have is now my wife expects the inside of the house to look as good as the outside."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

The cost to drill a well varies, with a national average of around $5,500 for a 150-foot well. However, prices can fluctuate significantly based on several factors, including your location, the required well depth, geological conditions, local regulations, and the specific drilling methods used. For the most accurate cost assessment, it is best to research and get quotes from local well-drilling professionals in your area.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

The Northwest, NC homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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