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Four Seasons Landscaping, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They made an appointment- arrived as scheduled. Quote was very detailed & in a timely manner. Work was completed as discussed. Great to work with."
Kids Cascades
Rainwater
Rainwater
Dig the Hole/ Don't Dig the Hole!
All to The Mother

+143

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Summit Land Development, LLC.
5.0(
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hands down the best experience we’ve had getting a project done. These guys went above and beyond giving us more than we expected. We highly recommend Summit Land Development. They will not disappoint. We are already looking to do another project in the near future! "
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+1

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Keener Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Daniel and the Keener Landscaping team did an excellent job installing a welded wire panel and wood fence. Daniel is responsive, a great communicator, reliable and punctual. I couldn’t be happier with the work."
Removing silt from pond
Removing silt from pond
After
After
After

+15

Response time1 day
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Smoky Mountain Hardscapes and Excavating
4.1(
13
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They did a great job. Fast and efficient. Listen and ask questions always do a outstanding job for us have used them before never fail to please us . Will use them again our road was washed away with deep routes in it . Ken Martin "
Response time3 days
Response rate85%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green to Clean WNC
5.0(
2
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Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Ian is very prompt. He shows up when he says he will and does a great job! I highly recommend him!"
Siding after
Siding before
After handrail
Before handrail
Before and after of deck restoration.

+5

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Lail Excavating
New to Angi

Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Lail Excavating, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a free quote!

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FAQs for excavation major grading or resloping projects in Highlands, NC

You can excavate in winter, but frozen soil slows down the process and increases labor costs. Many grading companies offer discounted rates during their off-season, so ask for a winter quote and weigh the savings against a longer timeline. A brief conversation with a local professional will help determine whether cold-weather excavation is suitable for your site.

Foundation digs can be completed in as little as three days or take up to three weeks. Soil density, access, weather, and hidden obstacles all play a role, so every timeline is a bit different. Have your contractor walk the site and flag any potential issues early—clear expectations help keep both the schedule and budget on track.

You must always call 811 before excavating. Dial 811 a few days in advance so that utility crews can mark underground lines and ensure the area is safe for digging. Hitting a buried cable or gas pipe can be both dangerous and expensive, and many municipalities will not issue permits unless the site is flagged correctly.

To remove soil during an excavation project, your crew will load the spoil into dump trucks with a backhoe or excavator, haul it to a disposal site, and return for the next load. Efficient hauling keeps the work zone clear and the project moving. Depending on the site and volume of osil, multiple trucks may rotate to maintain a steady flow.

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