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Excavation major grading or resloping pros in Chapel Hill

Fix It Billie
1025 Kenion Road
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Fix It Billie
1025 Kenion Road
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

At Fix It Billie, we pride our company on reliability, communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to earning your business!

"So glad I found him! I was told I had a leak under my house. He came & found it was only condensation on the pipes! I would have never known! Honest & trustworthy!!"

Mollie B on November 2021

At Fix It Billie, we pride our company on reliability, communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to earning your business!

"So glad I found him! I was told I had a leak under my house. He came & found it was only condensation on the pipes! I would have never known! Honest & trustworthy!!"

Mollie B on November 2021


Perry Willoughby Contracting
500 Royal Street
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Perry Willoughby Contracting
500 Royal Street
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They are very trustworthy and energetic with a good go get em attitude."

Elizabeth C on August 2018

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They are very trustworthy and energetic with a good go get em attitude."

Elizabeth C on August 2018


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Hills on Site, LLC
9870 Nugget Road
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Hills on Site, LLC
9870 Nugget Road
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Hills On Site, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things, that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"He does great work at good pricing."

Cole E on August 2020

Hills On Site, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things, that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"He does great work at good pricing."

Cole E on August 2020


Field's Heavy Haul, LLC
120 Albany St, Apt 30
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Approved Pro
Field's Heavy Haul, LLC
120 Albany St, Apt 30
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 30+ years of experience that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 30+ years of experience that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!


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Bolton Grading and Clearing
571 Tobacco Rd
4.79(
19
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Bolton Grading and Clearing
571 Tobacco Rd
4.79(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
10 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"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."

Mallory D on March 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"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."

Mallory D on March 2025


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DreamSites Grading, LLC
7751 Vance Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
DreamSites Grading, LLC
7751 Vance Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
13 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

At DreamSites Grading, our mission is to provide top-quality grading services that consistently exceed clients' expectations. As a family-owned business, we take pride in our craftmanship, attention to detail, and commitment to getting the job done right. We strive to complete every project on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety and quality. With over 25 years of industry experience, Matt brings a deep knowledge of grading, excavation, and foundation work to every project. Working alongside his son, Trizton, who adds fresh perspective and field experience from managing crews and operating heavy equipment, this father-son team combines seasoned skill with next-generation energy. Together, they deliver reliable, high-quality land services built on trust, precision, and family values. We offer a comprehensive range of grading services including site preparation, demolition, excavation, grading, and compaction.

"Great experience!! Extremely reliable!! "

Abby J on April 2025

At DreamSites Grading, our mission is to provide top-quality grading services that consistently exceed clients' expectations. As a family-owned business, we take pride in our craftmanship, attention to detail, and commitment to getting the job done right. We strive to complete every project on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety and quality. With over 25 years of industry experience, Matt brings a deep knowledge of grading, excavation, and foundation work to every project. Working alongside his son, Trizton, who adds fresh perspective and field experience from managing crews and operating heavy equipment, this father-son team combines seasoned skill with next-generation energy. Together, they deliver reliable, high-quality land services built on trust, precision, and family values. We offer a comprehensive range of grading services including site preparation, demolition, excavation, grading, and compaction.

"Great experience!! Extremely reliable!! "

Abby J on April 2025


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Jose Villa Hernandez
446 Cherry St
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Jose Villa Hernandez
446 Cherry St
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
18 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Jose and his team did an amazing job. They did the grading on our entire property. We absolutely loved their service. Great communication with their customers! We would definitely recommend their services! "

Maria B on May 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Jose and his team did an amazing job. They did the grading on our entire property. We absolutely loved their service. Great communication with their customers! We would definitely recommend their services! "

Maria B on May 2025


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Burton Brothers
1506 Forrest St
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Burton Brothers
1506 Forrest St
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Did a good Job. Driveway and parking areas look great and have held up well."

Randy Y on April 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Did a good Job. Driveway and parking areas look great and have held up well."

Randy Y on April 2025


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2D Professionals, LLC
4501 New Bern Avenue, Suite 130-185
4.85(
65
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Approved Pro
2D Professionals, LLC
4501 New Bern Avenue, Suite 130-185
4.85(
65
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

2D Professionals, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOB) and a Licensed Government Contractor. We have been serving the Triangle and the surrounding areas since 2005; and, we provide professional services for your home or business needs, as well as, government & municipal facilities across the Carolinas. Our services include retaining walls, hardscapes & landscaping for your exterior space. On the interior, we are a Shaw flooring dealer; and, can provide all your Carpet and Vinyl Plank (LVT) needs. We also provide Ceramic Tile, Paint, Ceiling Tile & Woodwork services, as well. Call today for a free site evaluation and estimate!

"David and Terry were both amazing to work with but words cannot describe the dedication and work ethic of their team. The most hard working detail oriented staff imaginable. We were over the moon with the process and the result. If you are considering a project do not hesitate to put your trust in this company. They were communicative and present before, during and after every step of the process to make sure we were happy. I would give 10 stars if I could. "

Susan M on May 2025

2D Professionals, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOB) and a Licensed Government Contractor. We have been serving the Triangle and the surrounding areas since 2005; and, we provide professional services for your home or business needs, as well as, government & municipal facilities across the Carolinas. Our services include retaining walls, hardscapes & landscaping for your exterior space. On the interior, we are a Shaw flooring dealer; and, can provide all your Carpet and Vinyl Plank (LVT) needs. We also provide Ceramic Tile, Paint, Ceiling Tile & Woodwork services, as well. Call today for a free site evaluation and estimate!

"David and Terry were both amazing to work with but words cannot describe the dedication and work ethic of their team. The most hard working detail oriented staff imaginable. We were over the moon with the process and the result. If you are considering a project do not hesitate to put your trust in this company. They were communicative and present before, during and after every step of the process to make sure we were happy. I would give 10 stars if I could. "

Susan M on May 2025


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Evans LandWork
156 Williamson Creek Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Evans LandWork
156 Williamson Creek Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"The plan was discussed and goals were set. John met all of them. I am extremely pleased with the outcome. Grading can be a messy process but John had the site all cleaned up when he was finished. "

Chuck L on June 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"The plan was discussed and goals were set. John met all of them. I am extremely pleased with the outcome. Grading can be a messy process but John had the site all cleaned up when he was finished. "

Chuck L on June 2025

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FAQs for excavation major grading or resloping projects in Chapel Hill, NC

Renting an excavator with a professional operator costs more than renting equipment only, reflecting the added value of skilled labor. This arrangement eliminates the learning curve associated with machine operation and transfers liability to the service provider. For homeowners without experience with heavy equipment, the additional expense often proves worthwhile through increased efficiency and a reduced risk of property damage or personal injury.

Residential foundation work often requires a medium-sized excavator with sufficient digging depth and power to handle the project effectively. These machines offer the necessary capabilities without the excessive costs of larger models. When selecting equipment, consider both the foundation dimensions and site access limitations. The appropriate bucket width is also important—wider buckets move more material quickly, while narrower options provide greater precision in confined spaces.

Equipment rental requires some form of liability coverage. While some homeowners' insurance policies extend to rented equipment, many do not provide adequate protection. Rental companies offer insurance options or require proof of appropriate coverage before releasing equipment. Coverage requirements and costs vary based on the equipment value and project scope, making it essential to verify your protection before beginning work.

While formal certification isn't always mandatory for equipment rental, operating an excavator safely requires proper training. Most rental companies provide basic operational instructions, but expect renters to have some familiarity with heavy machinery. Depending on your location and project type, local regulations may require specific certifications or permits. Research your area's requirements before renting to ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations.

Securing your equipment reservation well in advance of your project start date is advisable, particularly during the construction season. A two-week advance booking is recommended to ensure availability of your preferred machine type and size. During slower periods, shorter notice may be acceptable, but early planning provides greater flexibility and peace of mind. Some rental companies offer scheduling priority to customers who book further in advance.

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