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Low Country Landscaping and Contracting
5.0(
113
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Charleston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hunter and his team of pros did a super job converting the back yard of my SC home into an awesome area to entertain and relax. First, they magically and meticulously removed garbage, old cinder blocks and other debris. They efficiently and professionally demolished an older concrete slab and then proceeded to lay the foundation and custom pavers in a herringbone pattern. Project was topped off with a beautiful stone fire pit. I couldn't be happier I will definitely use Hunter for future projects. 5 of 5."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carolina Land and Debris LLC
5.0(
12
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Charleston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"I highly recommend Carolina Land and Debris! They did an outstanding job removing leaves from my property. They took a considerable amount of time, never cut corners and honored the estimate they originally gave me. They had to work around bad weather and were professional and thorough from start to finish. When they were done, my yard looked better than it has in years."
Debris Removal
Debris Removal
Dirt & Debris Removal
Dirt & Debris Removal
Landscape Carpentry

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A&A Land Clearing and Grading
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Charleston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"A&A clearing & grading excavated an area for our handicap parking for our church. The workmanship was great, they understood our need and completed the task in a week. Highly recommend"
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing

+10

Response time12 hrs
Response rate98%
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Southern Forest Land Management, LLC
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Charleston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The most professional business I?ve been able to encounter! Punctual, affordable and professional!!! Never felt more accommodated with any other company! I?d highly recommend their services! 10/10"
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Response time1 day
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Greenlee Construction LLC
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Charleston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Trevor Greenlee and Greenlee Construction are exceptional. From our first conversation, Trevor demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a genuine commitment to helping us understand our options. He invested significant time and effort, always communicating clearly, answering questions thoroughly, and providing thoughtful guidance. His honesty, responsiveness, and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and stress-free. We truly appreciated his dedication, integrity, and the care he put into every step. I would highly recommend Trevor to anyone looking for a contractor who is knowledgeable, reliable, and genuinely values his clients."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Tidal Creek Demolition & Site Services
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Charleston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Very professional, completed the job satisfactory."
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Recommended by57%of homeowners
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JB'S Islands Lawn Care, LLC
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Charleston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience! He John did a great job, even came back to check a couple times afterwards. I will definitely be having him help with some other projects too."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Halvorsen Construction
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Charleston, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The pro came on time and got the job done fast & efficiently. He was friendly and respectful."
Response time2 days
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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.

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. 

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

No, fire blight does not survive free in the soil but instead is carried through insects, animals, rain, or wind during the spring. Keep in mind that it can also spread on tools, which is why you should always disinfect them in between cuts.

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