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2D Professionals, LLC
4.1(
90
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David knew exactly how to solve my issues with drainage and a washed out rock pathway leading to my backyard. Great work by his entire team and completed quickly and efficiently. Highly recommended"
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+139

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Allison's Welding
5.0(
11
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Allison s Welding is awesome - quality work and delightful to work with. Our rails are perfect and Josh and his team are courteous and punctual. Our house is almost one hundred years old and they matched our original railings so that they fit right in. We highly recommend them."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AffluentView LLC
4.3(
60
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gerado is enthusiastic about his work. He and his crew are dedicated and hard workers. He assured me on the day he came to give me a quote that he would remain on the site until I was completely satisfied with all of the projects he was asked to do. There was grading, topsoil and fill dirt placement, drainage swale construction, mulching, and more. They truly excel at soil placement and fine grading. They finished with hand raking the areas of any small debris so that the final product was blemish free and beautiful. They cleaned up behind each project leaving behind only one shovel and a satisfied customer. Yes, I will hire him for the next phase of our landscaping project."
 hardscape & landscape
Hardscaping
Best of the best
Tree works
Tree works

+91

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
138 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Everstone Material Hauling Inc
5.0(
6
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Everstone Material Hauling, Inc. specializes in the professional sales, delivery, and installation of aggregate, mulch, soil, sod, and small site excavation, clearing and grading. We also offer delivery-only services for building materials and select compact construction equipment, supporting both residential and commercial projects throughout the Youngsville, Wake Forest, and Raleigh areas. Our commitment to reliable service, transparent communication, and practical jobsite support ensures that every project runs smoothly from start to finish.

Equipment Delivery
Bagged Mulch
Gravel Delivery
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PK Plumbing, LLC
4.8(
45
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Edwin came out to diagnose my water heater. He was incredibly helpful and patient. I would certainly hire him for other projects. He is obviously knowledgeable and been in the business many years. He is great at communicating and explaining issues. He arrived during the time I was told, which is always a plus."
Water Filter for City Water
Water Softener for Well Water
Tankless Water Heater
Tankless Water Heaters
Install New Water Filter

+6

Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Clearly Leveled Up LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clearly Leveled Up was great. They arrived on time and started working right away. The workers, Mike and BJ were very professional. They were courteous and very easy to converse with. They did exactly what we asked for and we love it !!! Wish we could have sent the photos of the work but the system keeps telling us the file was too large."
pond
pond
pond
pond
pond

+10

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Johnson Lawncare and Haul
5.0(
16
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I am very pleased to have found Johnson Lawncare and Haul. I am very happy with the service. Professional, courteous, and very reliable. I would highly recommend!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PBH CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
5
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Serving Cary, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They gave me a layout on there last jobs and really helped me see the work done and what other stuff I needed done. They were also the best company I’ve hired by far."
Demolition
Demolition
Demolition
Demolition
Remodeling

+2

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for excavation projects in Cary, NC

Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.

When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.

Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.

If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.

The Cary, NC homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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