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P & M Landscape
4.4(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving York, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Great advice for problem hillside. Hard workers and excellent communication during week long project. Both Pauls and Colby were ready to answer questions and helpful in offering solutions. Have confidence P & M can handle any landscape dilemma. Beautiful work."
Pavers
Pavers
Paver
Pavers
Lake Wylie

+65

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Level Cut Lawn & Landscapes, LLC
5.0(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving York, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I used HomeAdvisor to find a landscape gardener after previously using two local landscape companies that proved to be very disappointing, with their level of service and the work they did. Harrison Childers, the owner of Level Cut Lawn & Landscapes LLC. called me regarding my inquiry. I had arranged to have them come out and quote me for the job I needed carrying out, along with another company who did not even bother to turn up for their appointment. I found Harrison to be very professional from the onset, he called ahead of time the morning of his appointment to confirm what time he would be with me, and again to say he was running a little late and how far away he was. When he arrived we discussed the project, which was to remove all the pine needles around our property, adding a layer of top soil and then add black mulch. I then received a quote via my email the very next day. The builders did a terrible job of at the back of my garden where conifers where planted. They left a ton of lumpy clay heaped up in piles around the trees, and the ground around them was very uneven. Harrison removed all the old pine needles, leveled it all out and broke up all the clay. They then laid new top soil, and mulch. I also wanted some flower beds widening and all the edges around the garden tidying up. We had some area's that also needed to be repaired with new sod, which Harrison did a lovely job of repairing. The job was completed without being rushed and I was more than satisfied with the work carried out, and how reasonable the price was. Both my husband and I decided to give Harrison the work due to his impeccable manners, and because we could tell from speaking with him how passionate he was about his work. I am a little OCD and that didn't faze him one bit. He worked very hard to make my garden look picture perfect. I am now looking forward to planting up my boarders, which now look amazing, with beautiful deep clean, straight edges. We will definitely be using Level Cut Lawn & Landscapes in the future for all our garden maintenance, throughout the coming year. I would not hesitate to recommend Level Cut Lawn & Landscapes to anyone who is looking for a landscape gardener who takes pride in his work, and his company's good reputation."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Petkov Construction Group
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving York, 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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Horizon Landworks LLC
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving York, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"I recently hired this pro and couldn’t be more satisfied with the results. They were punctual, professional, and paid great attention to detail. The crew transformed my yard completely—everything from trimming to planting was done with care and precision. They also made sure to clean up thoroughly after the job. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality landscaping services"
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Bolton Skid Work
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving York, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Lex was fantastic clearing a large area of overgrown brush. He was very professional and look forward to working with him again for our next landscaping projects. Highly recommend!"
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing

+1

Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Sways Handy Services
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving York, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"my paint was peeling off the wainscotting and he came and found a solution to the bond the paint to the wainscotting and repainted my entire large family room. He was precise and got the job done quickly. He cleaned everything up and moved back the furniture. I am very happy with the job! It came out better than the previous professional painter I had hired. I wish he would have done the original job. He also did small odd jobs such as mulching and it was done quickly as well."
Panel primed
Renovated bedroom
Paint time
Renovated bedroom
Update of color

+25

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carolina Lawn and Tree Care
4.2(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving York, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Aaron came on the same day I called to provide an estimate after which, we established a date for him to do the work. He arrived on the date we decided upon and did a great job trimming my trees and shrubs that were over grown. I will definitely be calling them again."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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. 

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