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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Pauline - Updated Nov 2026

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Trailblazers
4.9(
25
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pauline, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Years of water erosion needed fill and grading. Three other contractors had come and promised estimates. Crickets. Russ came out and gave us an estimate and did the work quickly and professionally. Easy to work with and did the job when he said he would. Very satisfied. Highly recommended. Definitely hire him again if needed."
Response time2 days
Response rate87%
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Carolina Grading & Land Clearing LLC
4.6(
34
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Pauline, SC 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"
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Skinner's Lawn and Landscape
5.0(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pauline, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

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."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A.C. Earthworks
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pauline, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"A.C. Earthworks was great to work with from start to finish. They kept me informed throughout the entire process, explained their plan clearly, and followed through on everything they promised. I’m very happy with the quality of their work and would definitely use them again for future projects."
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4 Way Land Solutions LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pauline, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience with this landscaping professional. From the beginning, they were very professional, respectful, and easy to communicate with. They showed up on time, paid attention to detail, and did an excellent job making sure everything looked clean and well-maintained. I was very pleased with the quality of their work and how efficiently the job was completed. I would definitely recommend their services to anyone looking for reliable and professional landscaping work."
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Looper Residential Construction Management
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pauline, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

"Noah provided me a quote and was able to come out the next day to take care of my removal. He was perfectly on time, professional, and friendly. I would definitely use his company again for future projects. Thanks!"
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

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.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.

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.

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