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M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Serving Swansboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BH Contracting Inc
5.0(
1
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Serving Swansboro, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a pleasure working with Ben and his crew. On site James and Darryl were sturdy professionals and very personable. I would definitely recommend BH Contracting Inc."
Response time3 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Badger Flooring
4.8(
41
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Serving Swansboro, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This was a BIG job! Had 7 big trees removed near wiring and houses. Two companies refused to do the job as too hard and would involve too much time. Geoff (owner of company) and all his employees need to be commended. They worked diligently through all problems with bringing down the last tree, a massive pin oak. These were very old trees and had seen a lot of hurricanes over the years. They gave me a good price for a tough job. Well done."
Polyurethane in the Nook
Upstairs with Polyurethane
Kitchen with Sealer
Red Oak Kitchen
Nook prior to Sealing

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A&H- Concrete
4.8(
32
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Serving Swansboro, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Graded and forms made. Patio and walkway stamped colored concrete. Cement poured in 1 day for driveway, patio, and walkway. Soil leveled, seeded with fescue grass seed, with straw cover"
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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Serving Swansboro, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"John and his brother did a fantastic job on the brush and small tree mulch. Excellent clean up and great guys to work with. I am in construction and have my own business and don't give bs reviews. I have him working numbers for me for excavation of the foundation work. I found 3 companies to get a quote for the work he was the only one that called immediately. He went and looked at the site, sent me a quote and John also was great on doing the job at my time schedule."
final pad
final grading
grading
loading dirt
lisbon

+14

Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Triad Trades LLC
4.8(
17
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Serving Swansboro, NC and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David was very helpful. He came and looked at what I needed done and he told me where to hook into the main water system which was readily accessible and told me what I needed to complete the job. I have done some pluming tasks so this was a project I felt very comfortable in doing myself. He saved me a lot of $$$. I will be using his service in the future. Thank you David for your assistance."
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FAQs for excavation projects in Swansboro, 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.

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