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Paces landscaping

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Paces landscaping

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Approved Pro
24 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We offer a variety of landscaping services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today! Landscaping and grading boulder walls just geting started whit this I been doing this for over 4 year now and I try to grow my business so if you would plz help me out and let grow my business and I am not license but I do good work I promise

We offer a variety of landscaping services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today! Landscaping and grading boulder walls just geting started whit this I been doing this for over 4 year now and I try to grow my business so if you would plz help me out and let grow my business and I am not license but I do good work I promise


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Flaker Flooring L.L.C.

1233 Doug Hollow Rd
4.49(
51
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Flaker Flooring L.L.C.

1233 Doug Hollow Rd
4.49(
51
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
424 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Flaker Flooring is a family run business that provides quality install with respect to a customers home and a keen eye for detail. 25 years of experience gives Flaker Flooring the confidence to help a home owner reach their goals with flooring upgrades to their home... We take pride in our work and would love the chance to work in your home. "We got you covered..."Our company also provides Plumbing, electrical, and painting services.

"he came gave me 300 for the job since - came bk and i gave him 200 i held out 100- ever wk its some other excuse this has been going on for 3 wks -he just hung up on me"

Eileen L on August 2025

Flaker Flooring is a family run business that provides quality install with respect to a customers home and a keen eye for detail. 25 years of experience gives Flaker Flooring the confidence to help a home owner reach their goals with flooring upgrades to their home... We take pride in our work and would love the chance to work in your home. "We got you covered..."Our company also provides Plumbing, electrical, and painting services.

"he came gave me 300 for the job since - came bk and i gave him 200 i held out 100- ever wk its some other excuse this has been going on for 3 wks -he just hung up on me"

Eileen L on August 2025


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Green to Clean WNC

435 Sam McClure Rd
5.00(
2
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Green to Clean WNC

435 Sam McClure Rd
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Ian is very prompt. He shows up when he says he will and does a great job! I highly recommend him!"

Christina B on May 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Ian is very prompt. He shows up when he says he will and does a great job! I highly recommend him!"

Christina B on May 2023


Higdon Landscaping

9061 US 74 East
4.50(
9
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Approved Pro

Higdon Landscaping

9061 US 74 East
4.50(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
31 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Higdon Landscaping, is a locally owned and operated landscaping service, that proudly serves Buncombe, Haywood, Jackson, and surrounding counties. We have over 20 years of hands on landscape experience, including golf turf management, hardscaping, and landscape design. No job is too big or small for us to handle and we can turn your outdoor space into an oasis good enough for a magazine. Call us today to learn more about our services and how we can transform your landscape!

"From the conception of the project to itâ  s successful completion, (the construction of a stone grotto), Gus Higdon exhibited a level of professionalism and craftsmanship that truly exceeded my expectations. Gus is someone who combines his technical expertise with a strong work ethic and is someone who takes pride in his work and is committed to customer satisfaction. On a 5 star rating, he is a 10!"

Syl T on August 2023

Higdon Landscaping, is a locally owned and operated landscaping service, that proudly serves Buncombe, Haywood, Jackson, and surrounding counties. We have over 20 years of hands on landscape experience, including golf turf management, hardscaping, and landscape design. No job is too big or small for us to handle and we can turn your outdoor space into an oasis good enough for a magazine. Call us today to learn more about our services and how we can transform your landscape!

"From the conception of the project to itâ  s successful completion, (the construction of a stone grotto), Gus Higdon exhibited a level of professionalism and craftsmanship that truly exceeded my expectations. Gus is someone who combines his technical expertise with a strong work ethic and is someone who takes pride in his work and is committed to customer satisfaction. On a 5 star rating, he is a 10!"

Syl T on August 2023


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Four Seasons Property Enhancements, Inc.

148 Posey Blanton Road
4.46(
50
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Four Seasons Property Enhancements, Inc.

148 Posey Blanton Road
4.46(
50
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
115 local quotes requested

Four Seasons Property Enhancements, Inc., 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 customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"CJ and his crew installed this car pad. We are very pleased. We highly recommend their firm. "

Michael H on January 2025

Four Seasons Property Enhancements, Inc., 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 customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"CJ and his crew installed this car pad. We are very pleased. We highly recommend their firm. "

Michael H on January 2025


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MJ Mountain Builders

724 Gray Fox Rd
4.33(
6
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MJ Mountain Builders

724 Gray Fox Rd
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
31 local quotes requested
32 years of experience

MJ Mountain Builders is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Contact us for a free consultation today! Please note, while we install and repair septic systems, we do not pump septic tanks.

"Very friendly and professional crew that worked with me to get the job done without breaking my wallet. All septic jobs present unique challenges, and Monty and David found a way to do what needed to be done. They communicated well and got the job finished quickly, too. "

Christine F on June 2025

MJ Mountain Builders is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Contact us for a free consultation today! Please note, while we install and repair septic systems, we do not pump septic tanks.

"Very friendly and professional crew that worked with me to get the job done without breaking my wallet. All septic jobs present unique challenges, and Monty and David found a way to do what needed to be done. They communicated well and got the job finished quickly, too. "

Christine F on June 2025


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Four Seasons Landscaping, Inc.

P.O. Box 2443
4.79(
14
)
Approved Pro

Four Seasons Landscaping, Inc.

P.O. Box 2443
4.79(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

Four Seasons Landscaping, Inc., has been serving the area for over 25 + years. We are locally owned and family operated. Four Seasons Landscape is your number one choice for a truly unique yard. Call us today to learn more! Now Scheduling. At Four Seasons Landscape we believe that your outdoor spaces should be as luxuriously designed as your indoor spaces. Our seasonal murals grace some of the most beautiful homes and businesses in the Southern Appalachians. A full service landscape company, we envision, design, construct and maintain your outdoor spaces to fit your lifestyle. Outdoor luxury with no boundaries defines our beautiful landscapes, hardscapes, waterscapes and gardens. If you are searching for four seasons of color and beauty contact us to see how you can enhance your lifestyle. It's about luxury, it's about no boundaries, it's about Four Seasons of living art! (828) 743-1046

"They made an appointment- arrived as scheduled. Quote was very detailed & in a timely manner. Work was completed as discussed. Great to work with."

Betsy O on May 2020

Four Seasons Landscaping, Inc., has been serving the area for over 25 + years. We are locally owned and family operated. Four Seasons Landscape is your number one choice for a truly unique yard. Call us today to learn more! Now Scheduling. At Four Seasons Landscape we believe that your outdoor spaces should be as luxuriously designed as your indoor spaces. Our seasonal murals grace some of the most beautiful homes and businesses in the Southern Appalachians. A full service landscape company, we envision, design, construct and maintain your outdoor spaces to fit your lifestyle. Outdoor luxury with no boundaries defines our beautiful landscapes, hardscapes, waterscapes and gardens. If you are searching for four seasons of color and beauty contact us to see how you can enhance your lifestyle. It's about luxury, it's about no boundaries, it's about Four Seasons of living art! (828) 743-1046

"They made an appointment- arrived as scheduled. Quote was very detailed & in a timely manner. Work was completed as discussed. Great to work with."

Betsy O on May 2020


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Franco Landscaping, Hardscaping & Maintaining

201 Silver Spruce Ln
5.00(
27
)
Approved Pro

Franco Landscaping, Hardscaping & Maintaining

201 Silver Spruce Ln
5.00(
27
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
38 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

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!

"He did a fine job, he was timely, good communication including photos of progress and a fair price for good value."

Bob O on September 2025

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!

"He did a fine job, he was timely, good communication including photos of progress and a fair price for good value."

Bob O on September 2025


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Smoky Mountain Hardscapes and Excavating

515 John Creek
4.04(
12
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Approved Pro

Smoky Mountain Hardscapes and Excavating

515 John Creek
4.04(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
14 local quotes requested
14 years of experience

Smoky Mountain Hardscapes and Excavating, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to details, that matter most to you. 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! Minimum 4 hours and serious requires only.

"Hired to install a river rock driveway which included a cement apron at entry of garage. Cement splattered on new garage door; trim work surrounding garage and on the siding of the garage. Multiple attempts made to have this fixed. Many promises it would be done but after 17 months, we are still waiting. Calls were not returned; promised return to repair and then ? no showed?. Multiple excuses from getting new phone to ?forgot?. "

Scott M on August 2025

Smoky Mountain Hardscapes and Excavating, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to details, that matter most to you. 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! Minimum 4 hours and serious requires only.

"Hired to install a river rock driveway which included a cement apron at entry of garage. Cement splattered on new garage door; trim work surrounding garage and on the siding of the garage. Multiple attempts made to have this fixed. Many promises it would be done but after 17 months, we are still waiting. Calls were not returned; promised return to repair and then ? no showed?. Multiple excuses from getting new phone to ?forgot?. "

Scott M on August 2025


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Thickett-B-Gone

Located In:
4.83(
6
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Thickett-B-Gone

Located In:
4.83(
6
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Thickett-B-Gone is a locally owned land and property clean-up service based in Columbia, Kentucky. We specialize in land clearing, tree removal, driveway repair, storm clean-up, and property prep for both residential and agricultural landowners. Our work began in storm recovery efforts, and helping people get their property back in shape is still at the heart of what we do today. We are fully insured, operate with honesty, and take pride in work done right.

"It was an excellent job."

Barbara W on October 2025

Thickett-B-Gone is a locally owned land and property clean-up service based in Columbia, Kentucky. We specialize in land clearing, tree removal, driveway repair, storm clean-up, and property prep for both residential and agricultural landowners. Our work began in storm recovery efforts, and helping people get their property back in shape is still at the heart of what we do today. We are fully insured, operate with honesty, and take pride in work done right.

"It was an excellent job."

Barbara W on October 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

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