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Kerf Tree Services LLC.

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Kerf Tree Services LLC.

5.00(
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Approved Pro
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in tree removal, tree pruning and stump grinding, We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients.

"Yes and they were very professional and did a great job and it won’t break your bank a less than the other companies wanted so thank you Chris and your partner who did a great job today ."

Dale M on May 2025

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in tree removal, tree pruning and stump grinding, We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients.

"Yes and they were very professional and did a great job and it won’t break your bank a less than the other companies wanted so thank you Chris and your partner who did a great job today ."

Dale M on May 2025


M&D Property Solutions

4.94(
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M&D Property Solutions

4.94(
17
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can. "

Bryce T on November 2022

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can. "

Bryce T on November 2022


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Garner Landscaping And Removal

4.88(
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Garner Landscaping And Removal

4.88(
12
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 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.

"The work was performed quickly. The contractor was friendly and professional. However, some of the materials were defective. I contacted him and was promised a replacement. He never returned or contacted me again."

Matt S on March 2021

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.

"The work was performed quickly. The contractor was friendly and professional. However, some of the materials were defective. I contacted him and was promised a replacement. He never returned or contacted me again."

Matt S on March 2021


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Precision Land Management

5.00(
6
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Precision Land Management

5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade which includes land clearing,land management, building new driveways, maintaining existing driveways, building pads and more. We will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Spencer is a personable and skillful hard worker. His abilities with the excavator and skid steer are amazing to behold. From tree removal to gravel grading he moves fast, efficiently, and confidently through the job. We were impressed with his foresight in the job, and his reasonable and realistic pricing compared with other bids that we got. Additionally, his installation of the septic system was also efficient, accurate, and professional. I wish we had something else to hire him for, but we’re finished with our property projects for a while. We highly recommend his “precision land management.” "

BRAD C on May 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade which includes land clearing,land management, building new driveways, maintaining existing driveways, building pads and more. We will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Spencer is a personable and skillful hard worker. His abilities with the excavator and skid steer are amazing to behold. From tree removal to gravel grading he moves fast, efficiently, and confidently through the job. We were impressed with his foresight in the job, and his reasonable and realistic pricing compared with other bids that we got. Additionally, his installation of the septic system was also efficient, accurate, and professional. I wish we had something else to hire him for, but we’re finished with our property projects for a while. We highly recommend his “precision land management.” "

BRAD C on May 2025


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GroundShapersLLC

5.00(
5
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GroundShapersLLC

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Grading, Lot Clearing, and Property Management Services Are you planning a construction project and in need of grading, lot clearing, or property management services? Look no further! At GroundShapersLLC, we've got you covered. We specialize in providing quality grading and lot clearing services to prepare your site for construction, landscaping, or any other project you have in mind. But that's not all! Services include: demolition, drainage systems, driveway maintenance/installation, etc. Contact us for quality and honest work!

"Excellent, detail oriented, great communication, great follow up, great work ethic, will hire for future projects."

David P on July 2025

Grading, Lot Clearing, and Property Management Services Are you planning a construction project and in need of grading, lot clearing, or property management services? Look no further! At GroundShapersLLC, we've got you covered. We specialize in providing quality grading and lot clearing services to prepare your site for construction, landscaping, or any other project you have in mind. But that's not all! Services include: demolition, drainage systems, driveway maintenance/installation, etc. Contact us for quality and honest work!

"Excellent, detail oriented, great communication, great follow up, great work ethic, will hire for future projects."

David P on July 2025


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1-800-Plumber +Air of Triad

4.83(
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1-800-Plumber +Air of Triad

4.83(
6
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

1-800-Plumber + Air of Triad is focused on being the BEST! It's not about being better than everyone else, instead our focus is on providing you with the fast, dependable plumbing and emergency services when you need it most. Our goal is to give you the BEST experience you have ever received from a service based business.

"Great crew!!! Great job!!!"

John C on April 2025

1-800-Plumber + Air of Triad is focused on being the BEST! It's not about being better than everyone else, instead our focus is on providing you with the fast, dependable plumbing and emergency services when you need it most. Our goal is to give you the BEST experience you have ever received from a service based business.

"Great crew!!! Great job!!!"

John C on April 2025


"Did a great job, very professional and easy to work with. Very reasonable on price. "

Mike N on August 2025

Started this year, excavating and grading

"Did a great job, very professional and easy to work with. Very reasonable on price. "

Mike N on August 2025


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Evans LandWork

5.00(
4
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Evans LandWork

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
16 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"John did exactly what I needed in my yard. He was quick to respond to my request. Very respectful man. Would hire him again! "

Debbie J on November 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"John did exactly what I needed in my yard. He was quick to respond to my request. Very respectful man. Would hire him again! "

Debbie J on November 2025


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Custom Hardscapes & Grading

5.00(
3
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Custom Hardscapes & Grading

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Custom Hardscapes & Grading 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 customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Morgan did a fantastic job. Couldn't be happier with the landscaping"

Bevin S on December 2024

Custom Hardscapes & Grading 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 customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Morgan did a fantastic job. Couldn't be happier with the landscaping"

Bevin S on December 2024


"Landon regraded and added new gravel to my driveway. Filled in holes and leveled everything out. He was on time, professional and had the best price around. He handled everything from the grading to the hauling of gravel and gave me a quote beforehand. "

Riley P on December 2025

Would not recommend to use angi

"Landon regraded and added new gravel to my driveway. Filled in holes and leveled everything out. He was on time, professional and had the best price around. He handled everything from the grading to the hauling of gravel and gave me a quote beforehand. "

Riley P on December 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes two to three hours to trench 100 feet with a mechanical trencher or 10 to 12 hours if digging with a shovel. The total time to dig a trench depends on the depth, width, soil type, terrain, trencher type, and your level of experience. Digging in clay or rocky soil takes longer than soft ground.  

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

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.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

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