Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"He went above and beyond what I asked him to do I will be hiring him again to clear out more of my land."

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"He went above and beyond what I asked him to do I will be hiring him again to clear out more of my land."

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Travis Cartwright has provided many services to us over the last 12 years. These are some of them: clean up work, pulled a sunk boat from our pond, excavated our home site and installed our septic tank & drain field. Travis is an excellent equipment operator and we highly recommend him-"





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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas
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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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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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Emergency services offered
"There was a 6 men crew that layed 50 pallets of sod My yard was full of weeds and I wanted a better look I also had my patio re leveled and sealed The last guys didn?t install correct base but Affluentview got me right"





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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2018
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Emergency services offered
"My husband and I had been looking for someone to complete a few maintenance repairs around our home (replacing shutters, fix trim along the rooftop, fix siding on the house, replace framework and seals around the garage door and install a ceiling fan). Jeremy Williams did a wonderful job completing all the repairs we needed done. He was very professional and friendly from the initial meeting to the completion of the home repairs. Thank you for all you did for us and we will definitely contact you for our future home repairs."
Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
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Offers commercial services
"Super nice guys and they did a wonderful job on my gravel driveway. They were very transparent up front about what to expect and they executed everything perfectly. 10/10 would hire them again, and have already recommended them to other family members and friends who need work done."

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"First and foremost, these guys were amazing to work with. From the first conversation over the phone, to the end of our property enhancement, Paul and BJ went above and beyond to make sure collectively everyone was on the same page. These guys were prompt to answer questions and were very informative with their explanations. Our project turned out exactly the way we wanted and then exceeded our expectations! Thank you again Clearly Leveled Up LLC! We look forward to working with you in the future!"





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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"I was very pleased with the solution to my problem and the promptness in which it was corrected."





+10

Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I would highly recommend him! He will be my first call in the future instead of my last!"
Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"On time, good price, friendly and outstanding work! Would highly recommend them!"




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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