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Carolina Pinewood LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Dunn, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well, I was impressed by the knowledge and professionalism and the resources of the company. Fair market prices and very responsive. New equipment and latest technology, made the project look easy. Met all expectations. I will recommend this company for all your future projects."
Excavating Project
Yard leveling for grass seeds
Culvert Drainage
Mulching
Mulching

+106

Response time1 day
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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AffluentView LLC
4.3(
60
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Serving Dunn, 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%
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Clearly Leveled Up LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Dunn, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are the best.... I needed my spot for motorhome/RV leveled out and they showed up before I was ready! Class act, professional, and easy to communicate."
pond
pond
pond
pond
pond

+10

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Lewis EXC
4.9(
11
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Serving Dunn, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Honest, reliable, and trustworthy. Knowledgeable and prideful in the work they do. Ready to finish the job with 100% satisfaction."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Serving Dunn, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ACME Contracting Services, Inc.
4.2(
7
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Serving Dunn, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David and his crew did an awesome job for us. They poured a slab for our 20 x 20 building and a sidewalk! We also had the building wired and they did that for us. We were ð ¯ % satisfied with the work. They were always respectful and very caring about the detail of their work. They will be our go to contractors when needed. Thank you David, Buster and crew!!! Terry & Nita Lanier- Winnabow"
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Buffalo Creek Land Management
5.0(
5
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Serving Dunn, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

At Buffalo Creek Land Management L.L.C., we specialize in reliable, high-quality land services across Hoke County and surrounding areas. Our team provides expert land clearing, forestry mulching, grading, and brush removal, demo and excavation for homeowners, farmers, and developers.

Pond build
Pond build
Tree removal
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WKG LLC
New to Angi

Serving Dunn, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Our company is a grading company with a staff of years of knowledge and experience. We clear land, develop lots, perform the grading on mono slab, crawl, stem slab and basement foundations. We waterproof foundations. We can handle all of your erosion control needs. We also do fine grading as well as drainage work. If you need an expert opinion or have any questions regarding any of these tasks we perform, we can meet you on site and discuss the best option for your needs.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Dunn, 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.

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