Welcome to Old North Co. proudly servicing Yadkinville and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.
"Excellent company! Mr. Johnson was very professional, knowledgeable, timely, and provided A1 customer service. I would highly recommend this company to other customers!"
Brian S on December 2022
Welcome to Old North Co. proudly servicing Yadkinville and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.
"Excellent company! Mr. Johnson was very professional, knowledgeable, timely, and provided A1 customer service. I would highly recommend this company to other customers!"
Brian S on December 2022
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
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade which includes land clearing,land management, building new driveways, maintaining existing driveways, building pads and more. We 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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Spencer is a personable and skillful hard worker. His abilities with the excavator and skid steer are amazing to behold. From tree removal to gravel grading he moves fast, efficiently, and confidently through the job. We were impressed with his foresight in the job, and his reasonable and realistic pricing compared with other bids that we got. Additionally, his installation of the septic system was also efficient, accurate, and professional. I wish we had something else to hire him for, but we’re finished with our property projects for a while. We highly recommend his “precision land management.” "
BRAD C on May 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade which includes land clearing,land management, building new driveways, maintaining existing driveways, building pads and more. We 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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Spencer is a personable and skillful hard worker. His abilities with the excavator and skid steer are amazing to behold. From tree removal to gravel grading he moves fast, efficiently, and confidently through the job. We were impressed with his foresight in the job, and his reasonable and realistic pricing compared with other bids that we got. Additionally, his installation of the septic system was also efficient, accurate, and professional. I wish we had something else to hire him for, but we’re finished with our property projects for a while. We highly recommend his “precision land management.” "
BRAD C on May 2025
With over 30 years of experience, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We look forward to earning your business.
"Great job, done in timely manner"
Kevin D on April 2025
With over 30 years of experience, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We look forward to earning your business.
"Great job, done in timely manner"
Kevin D on April 2025
With over 40 years of combined experience, Grass Dirt & Handy Work is committed to excellence 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. Call us today!
"Exceptional. Spot on. Addressed the problem right away. Recommended the solutions. Kept the pricing to a minimum."
Darrell P on August 2021
With over 40 years of combined experience, Grass Dirt & Handy Work is committed to excellence 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. Call us today!
"Exceptional. Spot on. Addressed the problem right away. Recommended the solutions. Kept the pricing to a minimum."
Darrell P on August 2021
Welcome to Outdoor Experts!We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!
"Ricardo and his team were very professional. We had our driveway widened with concrete pavers. They were extremely careful about the removal of dirt and grass in the area since we have a sprinkler system and underground landscape wiring. They also installed a drainage pipe under the pavers and the entire job looks fantastic. The team worked quickly and efficiently and cleaned the area thoroughly upon completing the project. Our experience with Outdoor Experts was great and we highly recommend them. "
Cindy H on May 2025
Welcome to Outdoor Experts!We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!
"Ricardo and his team were very professional. We had our driveway widened with concrete pavers. They were extremely careful about the removal of dirt and grass in the area since we have a sprinkler system and underground landscape wiring. They also installed a drainage pipe under the pavers and the entire job looks fantastic. The team worked quickly and efficiently and cleaned the area thoroughly upon completing the project. Our experience with Outdoor Experts was great and we highly recommend them. "
Cindy H on May 2025
Custom Hardscapes & Grading 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.
"Morgan did a fantastic job. Couldn't be happier with the landscaping"
Bevin S on December 2024
Custom Hardscapes & Grading 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.
"Morgan did a fantastic job. Couldn't be happier with the landscaping"
Bevin S on December 2024
We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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 consumers 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
BC Builders proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"His communication was excellent and he was willing to make changes during the project to the original scope of work."
Bobby . on August 2020
BC Builders proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"His communication was excellent and he was willing to make changes during the project to the original scope of work."
Bobby . on August 2020
The excavation process requires four to eight weeks after preparations are complete. This timeline may extend considerably if contractors encounter unexpected challenges such as rocky soil formations, concealed utility lines, or foundation issues requiring remediation. Additional time requirements for drainage installation, waterproofing, and utility connections should also factor into your planning schedule. Consulting with experienced local contractors provides the most accurate timeline projections.
Creating a basement in high water table conditions remains possible but requires specialized moisture management systems. Contractors implement comprehensive waterproofing, robust drainage networks, and appropriate sump pump systems to manage groundwater infiltration. These enhanced moisture protection measures increase project costs but remain essential for long-term functionality. Professional evaluation of specific site conditions determines the most appropriate moisture management approach.
Several indicators suggest potential challenges for basement excavation, including consistently damp soil conditions, visible foundation deterioration, or significant settlement in existing structures. Properties with unstable soil compositions or bedrock near the surface may present prohibitive excavation costs. Professional structural assessment identifies specific challenges and potential mitigation strategies before committing to major excavation projects.
The value enhancement from basement additions varies considerably based on local market preferences, finish quality, and functional utility. Well-executed basement spaces with proper egress, comfortable ceiling heights, and quality finishes provide the strongest return on investment. Consulting with local real estate professionals provides insight into specific value expectations for your market area and property type.
Most jurisdictions require comprehensive building permits for basement excavation projects due to their structural implications. These include general construction permits plus specific approvals for structural modifications, electrical installations, plumbing systems, and mechanical equipment. Many municipalities also require engineer-stamped plans certifying structural integrity. Working without proper permits risks substantial penalties and potentially costly remediation requirements.