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Carolina Grading & Land Clearing LLC
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Serving Pauline, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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"WOW!! Itâ s so rare to find a company that exceeds your expectations, but this was our experience from start to finish with Carolina Grading & Land Clearing! Tim & Alisa are a dynamic duo, good communicators, punctual and have a great team of motivated, professional workers. Gary, the lead on our project, was phenomenal! He listened to what we were hoping to accomplish on our land, offered suggestions and then followed through to masterfully transform our property! There is no doubt due to their accumulative expertise in land development the money we spent for land clearing and grading not only made our property more usable, but it greatly increased the overall value of our property. Talk about a WIN-WIN! Thank you Carolina Grading team!!"
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Skinner's Lawn and Landscape
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Serving Pauline, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Customers say: Quick response

"This crew didn't waste any time. Once they arrived, they all grabbed equipment and started right in. They work hard, do a good job and clean up when they're done. I will definitely hire them again in the future."
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M & P Landscaping, LLC
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Serving Pauline, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Small jobs welcome

"Great guys - came out very quickly for a project that demanded fast attention - fixed our irrigation system within hours of contact. I will use them again! Thanks!"
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MacMillan Land Management, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Pauline, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Did a great job, fast and efficient , good price, friendly and on time. I would recommend Ryan for any land management issue you may have. I will use Ryan again in the future for other projects."
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Jesus Rueda
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Serving Pauline, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Emergency services offered

"He installed lamps for our living room and dining room. He did all the new electrical installation to place them where required. The jobs were finished timely and with great quality. Great work ethics."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

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.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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