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ZR Landscaping and Grading
4.5(
146
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Serving Greenville, SC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"ZR Landscaping transformed the mud pit that was our backyard into a beautiful patio with new landscaping and a retaining wall. The team showed up regularly and worked extremely hard each day to finish within two weeks. Communication and customer service were excellent throughout the entire process and the team left our yard and driveway clean afterwards."
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New home landscaping
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+92

Response time2 days
85 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Carolina Grading & Land Clearing LLC
4.6(
34
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Serving Greenville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"You can't find a better service provider for this type of work anywhere in my area. We were extremely well pleased with not only the work but the polite and friendly atmosphere that they bring. They did even more than we expected!! The price was very affordable. If you need a plot of land cleared these are the guys to do. Awesome! I would highly recommend them to anyone."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Sanders Land Services
4.8(
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Serving Greenville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ryan removed some tress from my yard. He was prompt and professional and very reasonably priced. He took extra care to not disturb the existing lawn with the equipment. Went above and beyond to clear the area of all debris. Would highly recommend."
Installing a Curtain Drain
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+17

Response time1 day
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Too Tall Grading
4.8(
27
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Serving Greenville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Too Tall was very polite, professional, dependable, and reasonably priced. He did a great job in repairing my yard and reseeding it. My yard was a total disaster after having a new septic drain system installed late in February. The company (Benjamin Franklin Plumbing)that I had hired to replace my drain field was supposed to return my yard back to normal but failed to do so. They are plumbers, not landscapers. I hired Too Tall to come in and re-excavate and reseed my yard. It took him less than 4 hours to complete this and did an excellent job. The grass is now coming in nicely and my yard is smooth and will be very easily mowable. I am very pleased with his work and would highly recommend him to others."
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+3

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Fisher Stump Services
5.0(
11
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Serving Greenville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"JJ arrived on time and grinded down over 20 stumps. He left our yard easy to plant seeds so we can mow. Now our backyard is much more eye pleasing. Thank you so much. Would highly recommend using . Mike&Bettie"
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Stump to be removed
Stump to be removed
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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Titan Construction LLC
4.9(
8
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Serving Greenville, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"After the initial consultation, Dennis drafted a design that encompassed what I desired for that outdoor space. From start to finish, they were readily available to answer questions or address any concerns. There is one more phase to this project and I am very pleased with the workmanship."
Custom Log Home
Custom Home Kitchen
Custom Cabinetry
Granite Installation
Completed Custom Kitchen

+24

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Ten Land Services, LLC
4.9(
18
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Serving Greenville, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Top Ten was polite and respectful listened to my needs and concerns and took that into consideration. He was very prompt and did his best to keep the costs manageable. He excavated my back yard eliminating 3 different levels,all in about 3hrs.that included seeding and laying down straw!! Highly recommend him."
Removed Stumps, fixed erosion problem, and spread
Removed Stumps, fixed erosion problem, and spread
Grading
Grading
Land Clearing

+12

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for excavation projects in Greenville, SC

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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