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Colley Construction, LLC
4.7(
38
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Mike and his team, particularly his son, Mason, went far above and beyond to turn the exterior of our commercial space into a beautiful seating area. Beyond that, they coordinated with the proper inspectors and got all the pieces in place when the city forced us to replace sidewalks overnight and continued to take on every little project throughout the job that came up. I can't recommend them enough - from attention to detail to big picture plans, Mike was honest and communicative every step of the way, and always in our corner. Mason was out there doing other subcontractor's jobs because they weren't moving fast enough - and they brought the job in on schedule even through the city's laborious red tape. No bull, just hard work. These guys get it done."
10x30 deck
12x14 shed _building
12x14 shed _building
Bathroom Narragansett
Bathroom Narragansett

+78

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%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 Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

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

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AJ Home Builder LLC
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"AJ HB took down 5 crepe Myrtle trees that were too near the house and sick with fungus. They ground the stumps, cut back some pampas grass and hauled away all the debris. Then I asked him to do our pine straw. He’s a hard worker, showed up when he said he would and gave us a fair price. Communication between us was very good and he’s super polite and aims to please the customer. Would definitely hire again."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hoyt Industrial Works
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hoyt Industrial Works was contracted to complete HDPE repair and install condensate lines at a hog farm in Virginia. Chase, the owner and operator, was very professional and was easy to communicate with throughout the entire project. The job was completed without a hitch and in a timely manner. We look forward to using Hoyt Industrial Works in the future."
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Futrell Landscapes, LLC
4.7(
17
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Future's trimmed trees and removed trees in a timely manner. Removed all debris and protected my lawn from possible damage by their equipment. They delivered soil and spread the soil as I requested. I will use them again."
Hedge Trimming
Hedge Trimming
Front pine straw layout and hedge trimming
Side of house
Pine straw Layout

+1

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Blanton Land Management
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After Hurricane Helene, my boyfriend and I lost everything in our home. We were displaced for three months while our house had to be rebuilt from the ground up. During one of the most stressful and emotional times of our lives, Cameron Blanton of Blanton Land Management stepped in and made an incredible difference. Cameron showed up every single day, working tirelessly on both the inside and outside of our house until it truly felt like home again. His compassion, work ethic, and attention to detail were unmatched. He treated our property like it was his own and always made sure we felt supported through every step of the process. Not only is Cameron professional and reliable, but his pricing was also extremely fair and reasonable, especially given the circumstances. Because of the trust he built with us, we now turn to him for all of our land management needs—he’s our go-to without hesitation."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WR Land Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a General Contractor, I need reliable material deliveries. Time is crucial for me. In my experience with Wade at WCR, I have been blown away by their service, reliability, and genuine care for their customers. I never have to worry about how to move materials, because their knowledge and experience manage all of the logistics. Their prices are very competitive, so I m able to use their services without breaking the bank. I have been and will be a longtime customer. I suggest others do the same."
Forestry Mulching
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

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.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

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.

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