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Gibson's Grading And Construction
4.9(
296
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend David. After finding him on Angi, I had him inspect a slope and retaining wall on a house we are looking to purchase in Franklin. The home inspector had noted some settling of the porch, and I worried about the stability of the slope underneath the porch. The current owners had a local person build a retaining wall a few years prior, and they were convinced that any erosion issues had been resolved. However, David immediately pointed out to me that the current retaining wall wasn't built properly and was failing to do its job. Already, there was so much erosion that he could literally slide his hand under the base of the retaining wall, and he warned that we were sitting on a time bomb. In fact, David said it would literally be only a matter of months before we had a much bigger problem on our hands. I contacted the owners, and -- about a month later-- they agreed to have David fix the problem. Even from the time when David first came out, more erosion had occurred in the ensuing several weeks -- just as he had warned. He did a great job of building a much more substantial wall and also graded the top of the driveway to fix a drainage issue. I can't imagine the mess we'd have had to deal with if the problem had not been addressed. Before contacting David, I'd spent a good bit of time researching contractors in the area. The mountains are wonderful, but they are also home to a number of contractors who do very questionable work (as evidenced by the contractor who built the first retaining wall). When I saw that David had over 250 positive reviews on Angi, I knew I'd found our contractor! He did not disappoint. If you're looking for someone you can trust to do slope or foundation work, look no further. David is your man."
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+129

Response time5 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ZR landscaping and Grading
4.9(
92
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: Super punctual

"ZR was professional from the initial contact thru completion of services. The crew delivered and spread 20 yards of mulch to our yard. I was contacted the morning that work began informing me that the crew was on their way. They arrived soon after, looked at the yard and asked a few questions and then efficiently and carefully went about their work. We have a number of trees, bushes, and areas of vegetation ground cover. The crew was great about filling in around all these areas. Our yard looks great again thanks to their fine work."
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+68

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JDSP Enterprises
5.0(
29
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I'm hoping to find the right words to even articulate how exceptional the work, the service, the timeliness, and the conscientiousness of Jared and his company on his performance with my house projects. What started as one project with my deck mushroomed into three additional projects because of how happy we were with the cost, quality, and quickness of completion with the first. His honesty above reproach. You don't just get a 'price' for your project. You get a partner who makes sure you fully understand all that's involved whether thru words or pictures. He gives a clear and accurate needs assessment of what's required. He then follows thru during the work by providing texts or pictures of the work's progress until it's finished. This is a man and a company I highly recommend with absolutely no reservation. His integrity and professionalism warrant my loyalty. I look forward working with Jared without hesitation on all future projects."
Front Deck
Second floor rear deck
Third floor deck
Stair treads
Deck board replacement

+34

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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K&B Property Maintenance LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Keith and brent made the home building experience so easy! Would definitely recommend for any of your home building or remodeling projects."
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+12

Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Capps Excavation
5.0(
8
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I spoke with Virgil about a limb that was hanging over my house and I was concerned about the upcoming ice storm causing it to fall onto my home. He came out quickly, sawed off the limb, and didn't charge me anything. While he was here I had him look at some other trees and he gave me an estimate on taking these down. As soon as the weather clears and it is safe to be here, I will let him know. I would recommend him highly, he answers his text messages and phone calls promptly, and strives to do a good job for you. I'm glad I have met him."
New house site
New house site
House prep
Waterline
New drive

+9

Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fox Creek Construction & Grading, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Austin from Fox Creek Construction & Grading did a fantastic job with clearing our land for our homestead! Our property was clear cut many years ago and when we purchased it, we were unaware that the previous contractor left all of the debris piled high in the center of the property; to say it was a mountain of mess is an understatement! Austin got to work on that and had it under control in one day, splitting it up into piles for burning was just part of his great work on the land to create room for the gardens and orchards to come. I would 100% recommend his company for any clearing, or other land work you might need. They were reasonably priced and so friendly to work with. He transformed our place, allowing us to get on with our plans for the homestead. Thanks again Austin- you did a wonderful job!"
Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Asheville, NC

A professional team can clear an acre of land in as little as two to twelve hours, depending on your land's condition. You'll need to consider factors like vegetation density, terrain features, and obstacles such as trees, stumps, rocks, or existing structures can increase the time required. If your land is heavily wooded or has uneven terrain, expect the process to take longer and require more effort.

If you're looking to clear land for a pasture, expect to pay between $400 and $600 per acre for forestry mulching or $500 to $5,600 per acre for conventional land clearing. When choosing a method, consider:

  • Forestry Mulching: Leaves organic material in the soil, promoting new ground cover growth.

  • Conventional Clearing: You might lose valuable topsoil during this process.

A land-clearing project typically involves several key steps to prepare your property for construction or landscaping. First, assess your land and obtain any necessary permits from your local building department. Then, professionals use specialized equipment to remove trees, stumps, brush, and vegetation. After clearing, they haul away debris and may perform grading to level the land, ensuring it's ready for your intended use.

Preparing land to build a house typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000, depending on your land's size and condition. This includes clearing space for the foundation, which may involve removing trees, stumps, brush, and leveling or grading the site. Don't forget to budget for additional costs like permits, fees, and installing utility connections such as gas lines, water lines, and sewer mains.

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