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Triangle Stump Removal & More
4.8(
95
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

Triangle Stump Removal & More proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. We have a five person team with four trucks to do you job. We specialize with medium to large projects. Due to size of my team and equipment, we have a minimum starting price of $350 per job. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Triangle Stump Removal & More, LLC
4.8(
97
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Customers say: Quality work

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Hutchins Landscape & Lawn Maintenance LLC
4.7(
130
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jon was initially brought out to help us find a solution for the excessive amount of water collecting in our backyard.  We interviewed many contractors for the job, because this was the third time we were having someone come ?fix? the drainage issues. I was impressed with Jon immediately, not only were his ideas new, but he seemed to truly listen to the issues.  He was ultimately hired, because he was easy to communicate with, I felt comfortable telling him my likes and dislikes. 
During the excavation of the patio, Jon expressed his concern regarding the magnitude of water that was emitting from the soil.  I was impressed that Jon took it upon himself to bring a soil expert out to evaluate the soil and ensure that he was taking the proper steps in managing our problem.  Further, Jon went above and beyond the agreed upon scope of work by grading our backyard and creating swails to navigate the water into the newly installed drains.  Similarly, Jon added an additional French drain under the patio that was not discussed prior to the project. 
Approximately half way through the project, Jon approached me with a foreseeable problem with the design we had agreed upon.  He presented the problem and followed it up with a solution, which I appreciated.  I loved his idea of a retaining wall and knew that it was a necessity given the water issues we?ve been having.
 
There were a few hurdles, as expected with any contractor.  The first being that there was a need for more materials than expected, and while I was frustrated at the additional cost, there was no way Jon could have foreseen the problem.  The second issue centered around the shape of the patio, while we?d always discussed a semi-circular shape, he suggested we change it to a rectangular shape to increase the square footage of the patio.  While I appreciated his insight, I wish we would have discussed it at an earlier meeting.  The third, and final issue, was the length of the retaining wall.  Although the wall was decided last minute, I was under the impression that the wall was going to stop at one particular location, when instead it expanded further than thought.  I was pleasantly surprised by the length of the wall, however, it spanned the intended walkway.  Thankfully, my husband had noticed and informed the crew before they started bonding the materials.  The crew politely took apart the wall and we all decided on a solution at the last minute. 
I was so thankful for Jon and his two team members.  I felt comfortable expressing my concerns throughout the project and felt like Jon went out of his way to address and fix them.  He and his team were polite, considerate and often times we wouldn?t even know they were at the house working.  We have every intention to bring Jon and his team back to help us complete our backyard.  While there were some hurdles, we are extremely happy with the end product of the job and we HIGHLY recommend Hutchins landscaping!
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BEFORE: boring, small patio.
AFTER: larger, raised, rounded, beautiful patio.
BEFORE: boring, crowded, builder's special patio...
AFTER patio, seat wall, and retaining wall.
Fresh sod with newly landscaped natural area and pine straw.

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sweetgrass Landscaping LLC
4.9(
57
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

SWEETGRASS LANDSCAPING LLC 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.\n

Holland guilford
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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NC Landscape and Waterproof
4.5(
105
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We were contacted first by NC Landscape and Waterproof. They were very thoughtful and understanding of our project and offered to do more than we originally planned but their explanation made complete sense and we are glad we had them do our full planting job instead of just the excavation. We will certainly be working with them again!"
Response time11 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%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 Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lewis EXC
4.9(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We thrive to take care of all our client's unique needs. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!

Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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2D Professionals, LLC
4.1(
90
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

2D Professionals, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOB) and a Licensed Government Contractor. We have been serving the Triangle and the surrounding areas since 2005; and, we provide professional services for your home or business needs, as well as, government & municipal facilities across the Carolinas.\n Our services include retaining walls, hardscapes & landscaping for your exterior space. On the interior, we are a Shaw flooring dealer; and, can provide all your Carpet and Vinyl Plank (LVT) needs. We also provide Ceramic Tile, Paint, Ceiling Tile & Woodwork services, as well.\n Call today for a free site evaluation and estimate!

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+139

Response time10 hrs
Response rate85%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rivera Landscape, LLC
4.5(
91
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

Yes, professional installations include trenching or borehole drilling required for ground loops.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

The rules and regulations regarding groundwater use vary between states. To find out if you can dig a well on your property, you’ll have to consult these regulations, address any compliance requirements, and get the appropriate permits. It’s also important to check that your intended location has the right geology and water table to support a well.

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. 

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