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Allison's Welding
5.0(
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Serving Wise, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh replaced our wooden porch railing with wrought iron. He did exactly as we wanted based on pictures we sent him, at a reasonable price, and exactly in the timeframe he said he could do it. He is very meticulous and professional and we would recommend him to anyone and use him again if we have a need. Thank you Josh!"
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bolton Grading and Clearing
4.8(
21
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Serving Wise, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The guys did an amazing job digging 83 holes for us so we could put a fence in. They did it quickly with amazing work ethic and we couldn’t be happier. It also was a great cost I think so 10/10 recommend."
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+5

Response time11 hrs
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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O Johnson Enterprises llc
5.0(
4
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Serving Wise, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Oscar, did and exceptional job with the work we contracted him. Our work included demolitioning an existing structure, moving a storage unit, and clearing trees and shrubery. Execellant work! Reasonable and comptetive rates. If you are in newd of any outside work we highly recommend. Lavern G."
Demolition
Demolition
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing

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43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
WKG LLC
New to Angi

Serving Wise, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Our company is a grading company with a staff of years of knowledge and experience. We clear land, develop lots, perform the grading on mono slab, crawl, stem slab and basement foundations. We waterproof foundations. We can handle all of your erosion control needs. We also do fine grading as well as drainage work. If you need an expert opinion or have any questions regarding any of these tasks we perform, we can meet you on site and discuss the best option for your needs.

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Cohesion, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Serving Wise, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Cohesion is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n\nContact @ billing@cohesion-inc.com

UST Removal
UST Removal
Tank Leak
UST Removal
Response time7 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Miller Excavating
5.0(
6
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Serving Wise, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Daryl to mechanically strip topsoil from an archaeological site. Using a 5-ft straight-bladed bucket, he was able to deftly maneuver around structural features and troubleshoot ways for us to meet our objectives safely. I would hire him again in a heartbeat."
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Road Entrance 2
Pond
Road Entrance 1
Pond

+21

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Mountaineer Excavating
5.0(
4
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Serving Wise, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"David Abbott came out to my house and done a bunch of excavation work for new retaining walls and did a fantastic job. Very professional and has a lot of experience in excavation work. I would definitely use his company for future projects."
Block Wall Demo
Block Wall Demo
Block Wall Demo
After removing trash, vines, branches, and chain link fence
After

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Wise, 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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