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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 Wilmington, 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
Colley Construction, LLC
4.7(
37
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and 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!

10x30 deck
12x14 shed _building
12x14 shed _building
Bathroom Narragansett
Bathroom Narragansett

+78

Recommended by87%of homeowners
Glen Robinson & Son Concrete Service
4.8(
24
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Glenn and his crew are great to work with. They showed up when they said they would and did an outstanding job on my slab for an extremely reasonable price. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing a slab poured"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Southern Accents Landscape Design
4.8(
139
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Jonathon for an estimate after initially hiring someone else to do the job. The previous person started working on my yard seven weeks prior (still wasn't finished) and the patio/yard was a disaster. Jonathon came out the following day and got me on the schedule within a couple of weeks. He and his staff had to completely redo what had been done and they completed the work in less than two days (patio and plants). They were professional, efficient and communicated with me throughout the process. I immediately recommended him to my neighbor who hired him as well. I wish I had hired him initially as he was a pleasure to work with and did an excellent job!"
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+13

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
American board and nail
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Chris was very professional he did many projects for us, painted a shed leveled some land, dug up some Earth, moved a lots of rock and removed mulch. He did whatever we needed him to do and even gave us good suggestions , that were better than we planned. He was very hardworking and had a very pleasant attitude. We were always very pleased with his work and he always kept things very clean. We are hoping to get him to do other projects in the future!"
Custom dinning table
Fire dept table
Fire dept table
Fire dept table
Fire dept table

+6

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McDuffie Property Services
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In addition to lawn care & mowing, Mr. McDuffie evaluated my drainage problems, devised a solution, & perfectly fixed the issue. New drainage system works as planned. I now have a lawn that?s just what I wanted. I?m very pleased with all of his work. He is honest and caring about his work, always making sure the work satisfies. Honesty and integrity are very important to me. I would highly recommend ."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
3 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 Wilmington, 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

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.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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