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Parker Construction Co. NC, LLC
4.9(
10
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Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Shannon Parker built a screened porch for us from the ground up. He had no problem tying into our roof when other contractors we had talked to hemmed and hawed and did not know how to get it done. Shannon's communication skills are excellent; he kept us informed at every step of the way regarding progress and advising us of any cost changes (due to our plan changes) or rain delays. It was a pleasure to work with him from start to finish, and the screened porch turned out beyond our expectations due to his knowledge, skill and attention to detail. We would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone doing new construction or building a screened porch, and we would hire him again. Oh, and his pricing is fair, too. We are delighted with our screened porch!"
Excavating Basement
10 Foot deep
Backfill Basement
Excavator
Side of Hill

+44

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hamby's Landscaping and Tree Service
4.7(
12
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Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did a great job at a very reasonable cost. The tree they removed was taken down and cleaned up in less than 4 hours. Happy to recommend this company."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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DB's Landworks
5.0(
4
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Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, timely at a good price, actually hired him to perform another project after the excavation and clearing of the storm damage and again they exceeded expectations. at a great price definitely my go to person."
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Elevated Construction Innovation LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Elevated Construction is a pleasure to work with. They built an amazing boulder wall and driveway that should last forever. AJ is a wizard on the excavator and the finished product shows. He had some challenges with the slope of our yard but it turned out great. I would highly recommend this friendly conscientious crew."
Campbell Bolder wall
Campbell Bolder wall
Campbell Bolder wall
Campbell Bolder wall
Campbell Bolder wall

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rabon Excavating Services LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Call us for a free estimate!\nWith over 30 years of experience, we can help you achieve your vision for your projects. We are a family oriented business that emphasizes customer satisfaction from the first conversation to the completion of a job.

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

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.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

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