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Avatar for Rubio's Metal Roofing, LLC
Rubio's Metal Roofing, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Sandy Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"My experience was wonderful! The service was excellent! They arrived on time, worked quickly and efficiently, cleaned up when they were finished, provided clear pictures and explanation of the entire job... highly recommended! Rubio was very nice and professional. Great pricing and quality service... I plan to hire them again next month for my next home improvement project! They do an amazing job!"
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+44

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greener Horizons Enterprises
4.8(
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Serving Sandy Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Yes. Trees were removed. Limbs were stacked up so they could be cut into firewood. Area was graded so that it could be ready to sow grass. Everything I desired to be done was accomplished . Extremely satisfied."
land development
Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evans LandWork
5.0(
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Serving Sandy Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I’ll give Mr John Evans of Evans Landwork 5 star review and more if I could. He did an excellent job on my driveway that had washout from all the rain we’ve had. He redid my entire driveway. Reworking the side ditch’s plus installed a drain pipe on the first day by himself. Working from about 9am to 7pm without stopping for lunch. Came back the next day packed everything in and then spread gravel. I was very impressed with his work ethic. Would definitely hire Evans Landwork again. He does very good work. C Webster"
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu
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Clearing of kudzu

+8

Response time2 days
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hawks Transport Grading & Grinding
5.0(
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Serving Sandy Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Customers say: Quick response

"Very pleased with Hawks Transportation. I hired them to demolish a large garage on my property. He also demolished a house for us at another location. Everything was handled very professionally. Travis was wonderful to work with. He did everything he promised to do in the timeframe that I needed. He under promised and over delivered!!! Would definitely recommend and hire again if needed."
Response time12 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Watson land & Property Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Sandy Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Yes, he took pride in what I needed done, then he went to work and was done within an hour. He wasted no time in getting the job done and he made sure it was what we were looking for. Then he finished the job by spraying weed killer where the bushes were."
Yard restore and graded
Yard restore and graded
Yard restore and graded
Yard restore and graded
Yard restore and graded

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Los Flores Paving & Grading
New to Angi

Serving Sandy Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With more than 2 decades of experience at Los Florez Paving & Grading, we take pride in our craftsmanship and expertise in asphalt paving, gravel and excavation services. With a dedication to quality and customer satisfaction, we meticulously handle all aspects of asphalt paving and excavation, including grading, installations, sealing, patching and repairs. Our skilled team ensures every project is completed with precision and care to reflect our customer's needs.

Response time3 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

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.

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