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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 Stem, 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
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Everstone Material Hauling Inc
5.0(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Everstone Material Hauling, Inc. specializes in the professional sales, delivery, and installation of aggregate, mulch, soil, sod, small site excavation and grading, and forestry mulching and land clearing. We also offer delivery-only services for building materials and select compact construction equipment, supporting both residential and commercial projects throughout the Youngsville, Wake Forest, and Raleigh areas. Our commitment to reliable service, transparent communication, and practical jobsite support ensures that every project runs smoothly from start to finish.

Stone Delivery
Forestry Mulching
Forestry Mulching
Forestry Mulching
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Allison's Welding
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job. Would recommend them highly. Great customer service"
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vision Land Management
4.9(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quality work

"Very professional. I received a call immediately after submitting the request for quotes. The first thing I noticed- I am valued as a customer. We set an appointment for a quote. Matt arrived early and walked me through all of the services that Vision provides. He did not rush through the appointment. He answered all of my questions and quoted me fantastic price for the work. This has been a fantastic experience so far. I look forward to working with them on this project and future projects."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Evans LandWork
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu

+8

Response time2 days
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Tree Tremors LLC
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tree tremors works quickly and efficiently to take care of my landscaping needs. When I called, they were able to set me an appointment by the weekend and also had the best prices in town. 10/10 recommend for anyone."
Response time2 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Thomas and son
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Local grading company that performs high quality work. We are not the run of the mill dirt company, we pay MASSIVE attention to detail and take customer relationships and satisfaction to a new level.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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).

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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