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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 Shallotte, 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."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Garden of Eva Landscaping, LLC
4.6(
208
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Shallotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Be prepared that while it is not inexpensive, the job is completed correctly and looks like it will hold up. They had to dig out the old and replaced with much deeper hole and this one has a lining. This is a 2 level water fall and stone looks great with color of house and surrounding area. This was all completed by hand no machine digging as there was not space. Thank you, Garden of Eva."
Yard Makeover w/fountain
before makeover
Yard Makeover w/fountain
Pool area makeover
pool area before

+8

Response time9 hrs
140 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Universal Green Garden Landscaping, Inc.
4.6(
44
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Shallotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Complete overhaul of my yard. Cleaning up, sod install, irrigation system, creating plant beds, and mulching. Brought the most beautiful top soil Iâ ve ever seen! All done in a timely efficient manner. Thank you Fernando."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+16

Response time7 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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McFarland Land Clearing
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Shallotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I couldn't be happier with Ian and highly recommend McFarland Land Clearing. Ian is very knowledgeable, professional, super responsive and he completed the job quickly and exactly as asked, with everything cleaned up perfectly."
Tree removal
Tree removal
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ACME Contracting Services, Inc.
4.2(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Shallotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David and his crew did an awesome job for us. They poured a slab for our 20 x 20 building and a sidewalk! We also had the building wired and they did that for us. We were ð ¯ % satisfied with the work. They were always respectful and very caring about the detail of their work. They will be our go to contractors when needed. Thank you David, Buster and crew!!! Terry & Nita Lanier- Winnabow"
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cape Fear Advanced Septics
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Shallotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"From start to finish, this company was absolutely excellent. Brian?s communication was clear and timely, so I always knew what to expect. They showed up when they said they would, worked quickly, and got the job done right the first time. I really appreciated how honest and straightforward they were?no surprises, just good service. The pricing was fair and very reasonable. Overall, Brian made what could have been a stressful situation easy and stress-free. If you?re looking for someone to leave your yard better than they found it, even while installing a new septic this is the company for you!"
Installations
Installations
Installations
Installations
Installations

+6

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
American board and nail
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Shallotte, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Here’s a rephrased version that maintains the essential details:\n\n\nHi, I’m Chris. With 25 years of experience in handyman services, I specialize in developing unique concepts for custom furniture as well as maintain property standards. I take a direct approach and am flexible to meet your needs. Together, we will devise a plan and then put it into action.

Custom dinning table
Fire dept table
Fire dept table
Fire dept table
Fire dept table

+6

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

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