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C Gull Tree Service
4.6(
70
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Highly recommend C Gull tree service! They were professional and did an outstanding job from start to finish. Their pricing was fair and they clearly take pride in their work. If you need a job done right this is the company to call!"
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G2 Land Solutions
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jesse is an honorable businessman"
Before
Harkers Island
Beaufort 1
Beaufort 2
Beaufort 3

+2

Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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East Side Dirty Work LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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A&H- Concrete
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"AH Concrete did a great job on our patio extension. Alberto was very friendly and professional, and communicated very well throughout the whole process. Our concrete is smooth and looks very nice. He also did a great job cleaning up, going above and beyond by working in the rain to clean up our backyard. His price was very reasonable, and I would recommend AH Concrete if you need concrete services."
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project
Patios Project
Driveways - Concrete Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project

+31

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Golden Mallard
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Erik and John were the most professional people i have ever dealt with! I wanted a pond dug on my land and they were able to come by the next day to give an estimate and answer any questions i had. 10/10 would recommend and will definitely be using again in the future!"
final pad
final grading
grading
loading dirt
lisbon

+14

Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Coastal Land Management of Morehead City LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Emerald Isle, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Did a great job removing large trees from my yard. Highly recommend this business."
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FAQs for excavation projects in Emerald Isle, 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 Emerald Isle, NC homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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