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M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Serving Sylva, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Keener Landscaping
5.0(
6
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Daniel and the Keener Landscaping team did an excellent job installing a welded wire panel and wood fence. Daniel is responsive, a great communicator, reliable and punctual. I couldn’t be happier with the work."
Removing silt from pond
Removing silt from pond
After
After
After

+15

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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B.H. Graning Landscapes INC
4.4(
26
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ben Granning was such gentleman to deal with and his entire company was friendly, hardworking and professional. They built a beautiful retaining wall that far exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend B.H. Graning to anyone and in fact have already referred them to my homeowners association president for future work."
Commercial
Commercial
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Summit Land Development, LLC.
4.5(
16
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hands down the best experience we’ve had getting a project done. These guys went above and beyond giving us more than we expected. We highly recommend Summit Land Development. They will not disappoint. We are already looking to do another project in the near future!"
2501
2501
2501
2501
2506

+4

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Thickett-B-Gone
5.0(
9
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This gentleman came on my property and dealt with the most extreme conditions of rocks and Hillside and he did it very well with great communication ,went above and beyond to please me!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Four Seasons Property Enhancements, Inc.
3.9(
62
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"CJ was the absolute best!!! I have a small fenced yard that needed attention and outlying unfenced areas. The crew came late in the day (perfect as the grass was wet through most of the day) and got the project completed in less than 40 minutes. CJ was honest and knowledgeable. When I asked about pet friendly insecticide treatment to the property he suggested we wait until the weather warms up for best effect. Definitely would recommend. Be sure to roll up any rugs before they start your project. Remind them to shut the gate, if you have one."
elevated terraced walkway
tree removal for mountain view
tree removal for mountain view
clearing for a RV campsite with retaining wall
water line installation

+32

Response time2 days
175 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JLVjunkremoval
4.5(
4
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With over 13 years of experience in the hauling industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of hauling projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Driveway grading
Retaining Wall
Concrete driveway demo
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

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