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Avatar for Dimmer's Precision Grading
Dimmer's Precision Grading
5.0(
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Serving Ranlo, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This is my second time using Dimmer's Precision Grading. They removed 9 pine trees to give me more back yard. I plan to use them for leveling my backyard and putting me a wall retainer up. That how great their work is."
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Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Silver Line Construction Plus
5.0(
11
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Serving Ranlo, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job! My roof looks great! Reliable and kept me well informed about everything. They kept cost in mind and cleaned up nicely after themselves. Serge even came out late to tarp the roof until it could get repaired so that I didnâ t have any further damage to the house waiting for the roof. They were very nice to work with. Great people. I canâ t say enough good things about them!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
WYATT Pipe and Grading, LLC
5.0(
25
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Serving Ranlo, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Loved Lance, he was honest, fair, reasonable and completed the work as promised and then some. I would definitely recommend Lance to anyone needing landscaping completed. He extended our driveway back and to the side with gravel, replaced the existing railroad ties, graded previously stump grinding, tamped and added dirt around our septic risers, moved dirt to file in a ditch, and placed seed and straw down where he disturbed the ground!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ACEncio Concrete
4.9(
109
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Serving Ranlo, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"What I like best is Reynaldo answered the phone every time I called. Was very seamless and very professional. The job was done. Top shelf would recommend him for any concrete project."
Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Bella's Serenity Garden
5.0(
19
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Serving Ranlo, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely helpful in implementing our plans for our back lawn. They work transformed an ugly lawn into a beauty one. Great to work with and I would definitely hire them again."
Response time1 day
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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DB's Landworks
5.0(
4
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Serving Ranlo, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, timely at a good price, actually hired him to perform another project after the excavation and clearing of the storm damage and again they exceeded expectations. at a great price definitely my go to person."
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MC Lawn Services
4.5(
29
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Serving Ranlo, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I needed a previously landscaped cleaned out and grass planted. I was amazed at how fast they got the work done. They did exactly what I asked. I would recommend them for landscaping jobs."
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Response time9 hrs
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by59%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

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. 

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.

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