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Avatar for Ricky Cook Excavating Co INC
Ricky Cook Excavating Co INC
5.0(
13
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Zirconia, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend this excavating company! They were professional, dependable, and did an excellent job from start to finish. They communicated clearly, showed up when promised, and made sure everything was completed properly. The finished work looks great, and they left the property clean and organized. I would definitely use them again!"
Adam Complex
Adam Complex
Adam Complex
Demo
Demo

+1

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by38%of homeowners
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ZR landscaping and Grading
4.8(
99
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Zirconia, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: Super punctual

"Hired ZR Landscaping to rebuild a retaining wall with paver patio that was poorly installed just four years earlier by another contractor. Zach diagnosed poor drainage behind the wall as the reason the wall base was washing out. Zach had a detailed, competitively priced written proposal to me in under 24 hours. He offered to reuse some of the existing blocks to reduce the total cost. Our project was scheduled just a few weeks out, not months out like a couple other contractors had proposed. The crew was punctual and very hard-working for a solid four days. Crew leader Julio answered all our questions and kept us informed through of each level of the new installation. Zach came back by himself to see the completed project, answer a few questions and make sure we were satisfied."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+68

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carolina Grading & Land Clearing
4.7(
25
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Zirconia, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We had a pond installed by Tim and his crew. The excavator operator / Foreman, Chad, was phenomenol to not only work with but to watch work. The whole process was easy and straightforward. My only complaint is that I didnt hire them sooner"
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work

+2

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Carolina Grading & Land Clearing LLC
4.6(
34
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Zirconia, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a pond installed by Tim and his crew. The excavator operator / Foreman, Chad, was phenomenol to not only work with but to watch work. The whole process was easy and straightforward. My only complaint is that I didnt hire them sooner"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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W and W Construction
4.1(
37
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Zirconia, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This company was very responsive---if I left a message, the call back was prompt, when we had questions or concerns---there were creative solutions, awesome options and a positive, professional demeanor. This was by far, the best experience we have had with a contractor! The quality of work and attention to detail was outstanding and most important to me---I felt heard! The vision we had of the finished project was respected and every effort was made to bring it to fruition. We could not be happier..."
Response time7 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Groundbreaking Excavation & Hauling
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Zirconia, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Did an amazing job on backfilling dirt around my house and also removing and hauling trees and brush from my property line so a fence could be installed. 10/10"
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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 Zirconia, 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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Royal Park Property Maintenance
4.4(
75
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Zirconia, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome job. Area looks great and they are very easy to work with."
Response time2 days
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Green Pro Landscaping & Garden Service LLC
4.9(
21
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Zirconia, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Thank you so much, you went above and beyond finding me the fill dirt. Communication was excellent and professionalism was a pleasant sight. Customer service is very important to me and you exceeded my expectations. Very fair price for the dirt and delivery. I would recommend this business. Thank you."
Unique Lawn Stripes
Yard Maintenance
Spacing of roses and porch design
Side of home
Finalized garden bed and porch

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Locust Base Septic and Excavating LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Zirconia, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I hired them twice in the last couple of years: for driveway excavation and clearing/tree work on a steep slope and around the pond. Both projects were handled professionally and promptly. We highly recommend Brandon and company."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
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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.

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.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

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