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Charleston Landwork
New to Angi

Serving Marion, SC and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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At Charleston Landwork, we specialize in providing top-notch site preparation services, including driveway grading, excavation, and all heavy equipment work needed to get your project started on the right foot. Whether you're building a new driveway, preparing land for construction, or need precise grading for drainage and leveling, we have the experience and equipment to deliver exceptional results.\n\nWith a team of skilled professionals and a fleet of state-of-the-art machinery, we ensure that your site is perfectly prepared for any project—on time and within budget. Our focus is on quality, precision, and safety, so you can trust that your land is in good hands.\n\nReady to get started? Let Charleston Landwork help you lay the foundation for success with our expert site preparation services.

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LeMaster Site Work, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Marion, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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LeMaster Site Work, LLC is a family owned commercial and residential work company in Conway, SC. At LSW, we provide superior site preparation services, including commercial/residential excavation, land clearing, land grading, and dirt/rock/debris hauling.

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Land Clearing
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Response time5 days
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D Dawgs Excavation & Landscaping
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Serving Marion, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

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"Communicated with me the whole time got my estimate cleaned up my burned barn took down trees and hauled off all debris. Wonderful work for this young man."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
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Don Prince backhoe and dump truck service LLC
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Serving Marion, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

"Don Prince Backhoe and Dump truck service did an amazing job with clearing my acre lot and hauling away the debris. They were in and out in an unbelievable amount of time. The service and the knowledge this company provides is priceless. I am looking forward to doing business with this company again and would definitely recommend them to anyone."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Youngs Land Clearing
5.0(
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Serving Marion, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

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"It was a wonderful experience, they did an amazing job! Would hire again and I recommend Young’s Land Clearing to all my friends and family. There professional and proficient at there work and there prices are extremely reasonable!"
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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SC Grading Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Marion, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

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"Skyler and his crew have done four jobs for me and did an outstanding job. They came in under budget and were absolutely wonderful to work with! I will use these guys for any and everything that I possibly can in the future. Thanks again, Skyler!"
Response time9 hrs
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

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