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Petkov Construction Group
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Petkov Construction Group provides reliable junk removal, light demolition, cleanouts, and hauling services throughout the Charlotte area. We pride ourselves on honest pricing, dependable service, and leaving every job site clean. Whether you’re a homeowner, contractor, or property manager, we’re committed to making your project simple, efficient, and stress-free.

Debris Removal
Debris Removal
Debris Removal
Debris Removal
Debris Removal

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Leatherneck Land Clearing
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have hired Joel at Leatherneck Land Clearing to complete multiple projects around our homestead and couldn’t have been happier with the outcomes! We originally contracted them to assist with clearing and grading a section of land to build a 40’ x 60’ building. Throughout the process he was extremely patient with us as we changed our mind more than once on the location of the building site due to unforeseen circumstances and even helped guide us to achieve the best outcome possible. We were so pleased, we hired him again shortly after to thin and mulch a few acres of overgrown woods on the property and it completely transformed the landscape. We have recommended them to family and friends and will definitely be hiring them again in the future to help with more around our property. If you need quality work done, they are not only affordable but extremely communicative and I truly am glad we found them!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Horizon Landworks LLC
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"I contacted horizon landworks for some junk removal in my yard and without hesitation it was done promptly, professionally and quick. Loved how clean my yard was left and their work ethics is above and beyond. Highly recommend."
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803 Lawn Care
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This is my FIRST time hiring a lawn pro and Mr. Luis M (803 Lawn Care) has performed EXCEEDED EXPECTATION. Luis is very professional and diligent to his work to the excellence. He is customer focused. He turned my "messy" backyard to be the perfect, neat and tidy platform. He made my front and back bushes look very organized and his expertise is outstanding. His work ethics are very impressive with high level of integrity. Luis has done a very amazing job to both of my front and back yards. I have no reservation to recommend Luis of 803 Lawn Care to any commercial and residential lawn care project. I have hired Luis for my long term lawn care pro and will have more projects for him in coming days. Thank you, Luis for your hard work and lawn care. I really appreciate Luis and his lawn care work."
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SHS Construction Services, LLC
3.4(
25
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"SHS Construction built us a screened in back porch 12 years ago when the company was new. Excellent work and workman back then. Wanted to remodel our master bathroom & once again called on SHS Construction. They have only gotten better! Quality work, professional workmen, easy communication with contractor and on-site checks by him throughout project. Have worked with contractors when living in other states and SHS is by far the best. Highly recommend SHS for value, workmanship and knowledge."
 Start of project
Screened Porch
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New Farmhouse
Larger Land Clearing Project

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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
New Beginning Landscape, LLC
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Catawba, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Customers say: True professional

"We have hired George Daniels and his son at New Beginings Landscaping to do a lot of work for us over the past 15 years. They do outstanding work, are always on time and always go above and beyond to provide outstanding customer service. They recently planted 4 10 foot Nellie Stevens Hollies, 2 Camellias, a number of encore azaleas as well as a number of foundation plantings around our new patio. They also remulched our backyard natural areas. I would not hire anyone else for landscaping work. They are a pleasure to work with and never disappoint.
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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