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Respess Brothers Tree Service
4.5(
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Serving Roper, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt, courteous, left area clean. Loved how everything looked when they finished. Would highly recommend them."
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After stump is ground and cleaned up
Response time2 days
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NC Earthworks LLC
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Serving Roper, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

NC Earthworks is a full-service excavation company specializing in grading and land clearing. We provide expert solutions in erosion control, stormwater management, drainage installation, and property management. Our services also include ditch cleaning, debris removal, demolition, and concrete work. With a commitment to quality, safety, and efficiency, NC Earthworks delivers reliable results for residential and commercial projects across North Carolina

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Rambo Paving & More LLC
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Serving Roper, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

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Welcome to Rambo Paving & More LLC! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us today!

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MGT Enterprise
5.0(
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Serving Roper, NC and surrounding areas

"I had MGT Enterprise to build me a 850 ft gravel driveway, installed 2 drain tiles for the water drainage, cleared off 2 acres and completely graded the land for my house to be built on, and cleared the land for my septic field. They called around and found the most reasonable prices for the job. When the owner gave me an estimate, everything was itemized just as I asked so I could understand what was being spent. MGT Enterprise was very responsive and gave me their professional opinions and described how they would perform all the work when they gave me a quote. Whenever I had questions, they immediately had answers even if I thought they were ridiculous, they never made me feel like I didnt know anything. They were very prompt with job timing and kept me informed through the whole process. They would not leave the job until I came out and they made sure I was 100% satisfied. I would recommend them to anyone who needs any excavation or work in that area."
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DSR Trucking and Site Clearing
5.0(
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Serving Roper, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Overall good company to work with . Good people,good company and good customer service. They get quality work done the first time around."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bateman Civil Survey Company, PC
3.2(
14
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Serving Roper, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These folks were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were extremely responsive, competitively priced, survey was extremely accurate, and they provided excellent customer service. I highly recommend this company and will refer them to my friends."
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Pools + Obx, LLP
5.0(
1
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Serving Roper, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Pools + Obx, LLP, is your top choice for residential and commercial pool services. We are also a full service concrete installation and repair company with over 15 years of experience. Call us today for a quote! \n252-423-1729

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New tile
New spa pack
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Response time2 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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