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Southern Grading and Drainage
4.9(
10
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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-"
Clearing of Hunting Paths
Clearing of Hunting Paths
Clearing of Hunting Paths
Clearing of Hunting Paths
Clearing of Hunting Paths

+54

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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2D Professionals, LLC
4.1(
90
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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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+139

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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AffluentView LLC
4.3(
60
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

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"
 hardscape & landscape
Hardscaping
Best of the best
Tree works
Tree works

+91

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
138 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jeremy Williams
5.0(
12
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

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."
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Mokma Grading
5.0(
13
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

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."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clearly Leveled Up LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Smithfield, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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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FAQs for excavation projects in Smithfield, 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 Smithfield, NC homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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