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Hoyt Industrial Works
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Goldsboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Hoyt Industrial Works, we?re proud to be a family-owned and operated heavy equipment business built on hard work, reliability, and quality workmanship.\n\nWe specialize in excavation and skid steer services, including land clearing, grading, drainage solutions, site preparation, and general property improvements - but our capabilities don?t stop there. We?re equipped to take on a wide range of projects and are always willing to discuss what you need done.\n\nFrom clearing and preparing your property to improving drainage and reshaping your land, we have the equipment and experience to tackle projects of all sizes. Our goal is simple: show up, work hard, and get the job done right.

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Cree Scapes, LLC
3.9(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Goldsboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I could not be happier with the work that they did. The communication was top notch. Mr. Cree was extremely professional and let me know what he was doing every step of the way. Him and his team will definitely be our first choice for future projects. A+++++"
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Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Cohesion, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Water or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Goldsboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Christoph and Ben did an excellent job of removing the above ground tank without any problem. Very friendly, easy to work with and was able to provide the service we needed. We would definitely recommend them to anyone needing above ground or buried tank removal."
UST Removal
UST Removal
Tank Leak
UST Removal
Response time7 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Goldsboro, 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 Goldsboro, NC homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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