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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Sawmills - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Otto Enterprises
Otto Enterprises
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"If you are looking for a job done right grading, clearing, site prep, etc. contact Otto Enterprises they make it happen. They are professional and highly skilled with great communication and a awesome finished product. We look forward to using them for future projects and highly recommend them."
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Suddreth Masonry, LLC
Suddreth Masonry, LLC
4.5(
28
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Even though I did not hire Suddreth I would totally recommend him. He arrived early for our appointment and he was upfront with me that the work I wanted to be done is not possible for my budget at this time. I would trust him to be honest with me if I hired him."
Response time2 days
Recommended by95%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 Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Needed fencing installed to keep groundhogs from taking up residence under our deck. Brady came up with a creative and complete solution that made sure the varmints were out and would not return. Would use again."
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Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
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+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for DB's Landworks
DB's Landworks
5.0(
8
)
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very pleased with DB landscaping LLC. They were very professional. They did a wonderful job and completed it to my expectations and beyond. They were very neat and left my yard and beautiful condition. I would highly recommend them for any job. Thank you for having such a wonderful company on your list of professionals."
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Silver Line Construction Plus
Silver Line Construction Plus
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Sawmills, 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
Avatar for TG Building & Remodeling, LLC
TG Building & Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wouldn't hesitate to call on these guys again! They are the most professional and efficient company out there! They have done such beautiful work and I am so happy and pleased with the job they have done. They went above and beyond my expectations. If you need a job done in a professional way, there's no need to look any other place than T&G Building & Remodeling....they are the best!!! Thanks guys! Verna A."
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Rich's Dirt Works
4.8(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich Dirt Works came by and did a small demo project for me. I needed a small she shed tore down that was beginning deteriorate. Richard was very nice and seemed to know exactly what he was talking about. I would definitely recommend using this company!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for RidgeView Grading & Excavating
RidgeView Grading & Excavating
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Ryland developed a plan to overcome a multi year erosion problem that was aggravated by installation of a Generac system and the burying of a 250 gallon LP tank in my front yard. Ryland executed the plan in two days. Within 20 minutes of completion, he design was tested and found to be successful by a significant downpour."
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+13

33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Groundhog Grading
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did excellent work on our project were we are going to put a carport, leveling it out and packing the dirt down to packing the gravel down and we had them to bring more gravel out for rest of the driveway. They showed up on time and finished up in about a day and a few hours. We would definitely hire them again."
Asphalt culvert replace.
culvert
steel drain
proper compactation
driveway

+70

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
HomeWorks
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team redid my bathroom and kitchen floors. They were actually sinking so they had to even them out and fix the sinking problem then they layed new flooring. Very reasonably priced and beautiful, quality work. I will call you all first for any home repairs and improvements! Thank you!"
Deck
Deck
Tree service
Tile patio
Tile patio

+1

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

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.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

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.

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