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Avatar for Outdoor Experts
Outdoor Experts
4.6(
68
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"The job was to create a low retaining wall along my driveway. This included creating a drain and runoff pipe. The result was very good. The project was finished in a timely manner. The group also refaced my mailbox and driveway gate which had deteriorated. This project was also well done. In addition to the stonework, they have also replaced decking. I have been very satisfied with everything they have done on my property."
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

+3

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by4%of homeowners
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JW Grading And Excavation, LLC
5.0(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hands down one of the best contractors ever. Great prices and exceptional work! He will always have our business!"
Grading and Excavation
New home site
New home site
New home site
New home site

+18

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
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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 Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Needed fencing installed to keep groundhogs from taking up residence under our deck. Brady came up with a creative and complete solution that made sure the varmints were out and would not return. Would use again."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Garner Landscaping And Removal
4.6(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The work was performed quickly. The contractor was friendly and professional. However, some of the materials were defective. I contacted him and was promised a replacement. He never returned or contacted me again."
Parking lot install
Parking lot install
Regraveling a driveway
Regraveling a driveway
New driveway install

+19

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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GroundShapersLLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great job, no issues. Would definitely hire GroundShapers again for future jobs."
Gravel driveway installation
Residential grading
Commercial grading
Parking lot addition
Landscaping

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Yates Landscaping Company
4.8(
40
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Brett was great and his crew did a fantastic job. We are very happy with Yates and will use them again."
Response time1 day
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Garland Landscaping
4.9(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The estimate was free. The estimate service was excellent, I was very impressed with them. I haven't gotten it yet, they are going to send it by mail.
Just the quality and professionalism of the visit was wonderful.
The guy?s name was Bryson. I have to get all my bids in, but as far as my first impression, they rated very high.
If nobody comes in a lot cheaper than they do, then I will probably go with them."
Garland Landscaping
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+38

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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Rubio's Metal Roofing, LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Rubio did a good job and cleaned up after himself."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+44

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Parrish Clearing & Grading, LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"DA did some grading work so that a concrete pad could be placed behind my house. He did a great job and it was perfect for when concrete needed to be poured!"
Response time3 days
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greener Horizons Enterprises
4.8(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Green Horizons installed underground piping for my downspouts to help address erosion from runoff during rainstorms and also installed decorative landscaping. Ethan communicated regularly during the project and finished the entire job quickly and with minimal disturbance to the rest of the yard. Super professional and the end result looks great."
land development
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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