Our Services
Professional earthwork solutions for residential and commercial properties in Western North Carolina
Our Story
Perfect for property owners who want to clear vegetation while preserving topsoil and avoiding the mess of traditional clearing methods.
Forestry Mulching
Fast vegetation clearing with minimal ground disturbance. Great for views, trails, and lot prep.
What's Included
✓⃝ Minimal ground disturbance
✓⃝ Fast vegetation clearing
✓⃝ On-site processing
✓⃝ View creation and maintenance
✓⃝ Trail development
✓⃝ Fire break creation
Perfect for property owners who want to clear vegetation while preserving topsoil & avoiding the mess of traditional clearing.
Land Clearing
Complete tree removal and site clearing. Burning or chipping available. Stump grinding optional.
What's Included:
✓⃝ Complete tree removal
✓⃝ Brush and undergrowth clearing
✓⃝ On-site burning (where permitted)
✓⃝ Stump grinding available
✓⃝ Debris cleanup
✓⃝ Site preparation
Traditional land clearing for when you need a completely clean slate. We handle everything from small lots to large acreage.
Septic Installation (New Systems Only)
Complete septic system installation using Infiltrator chambers or conventional systems per county permits.
What's Included
✓⃝ New septic system installation
✓⃝ Infiltrator chamber systems
✓⃝ Conventional drain field systems
✓⃝ Licensed and permitted work
✓⃝ Excavation and backfill
✓⃝ System testing and inspection
Professional septic installation that passes inspection the first time. We handle all the technical details and permitting.
Home Site Prep
Building site preparation including clearing, grading, and footer excavation for foundations.
What's Included:
✓⃝ Building site clearing
✓⃝ Rough grading for foundations
✓⃝ Footer and foundation trenching
✓⃝ Utility trenching and preaparation
✓⃝ Proper drainage solutionsAccess road development
✓⃝ Erosion control measures
Complete site preparation gets your building project off to the right start with proper grades and access.
Grading
Professional site grading with laser precision. Pads, swales, ditches, and slope correction.
What's Included
✓⃝ Laser-guided precision grading
✓⃝ Building pad preparation
✓⃝ Drainage swale creation
✓⃝ Slope stabilization and correction
✓⃝ Road and driveway base prep
✓⃝ Erosion control measures
✓⃝ Utility grade preparation
✓⃝ Final grade certification
Using laser-guided equipment, we ensure precise slopes, proper drainage, and stable building pads that meet engineering specifications.
Driveways
New driveways, repairs, and upgrades. Proper base, drainage, and materials for long-lasting results.
What's Included:
✓⃝ Existing driveway evaluation
✓⃝ Drainage solution installation
✓⃝ Quality gravel installation
✓⃝ Crown and slope optimization
✓⃝ Proper base preparation
✓⃝ Geotextile fabric (when recommended)
✓⃝ Culvert installation and repair
✓⃝ Entrance improvements
A well-built driveway requires proper base preparation, drainage, and quality materials.
Drainage & Downspouts
Solve water problems with proper drainage. Downspout burial, French drains, and surface water management.
What's Included
✓⃝ Downspout burial (10' minimum to pop-up)
✓⃝ French drain systems
✓⃝ Swale and ditch creation
✓⃝ Erosion control measures
✓⃝ Pop-up emitter installation
✓⃝ Surface drainage correction
✓⃝ Water flow redirection
✓⃝ Existing system evaluation
We install comprehensive drainage solutions from simple downspout burial to complex surface water management systems.
Bush Hogging
Field maintenance and brush cutting. Keep your property accessible and well-maintained.
What's Included:
✓⃝ Field and pasture maintenance
✓⃝ Overgrown area reclamation
✓⃝ Brush and weed control
✓⃝ Trail maintenance
✓⃝ Fence line clearing and access
✓⃝ Property line maintenance
✓⃝ Seasonal maintenance programs
✓⃝ Fire break maintenance
Bush hogging maintains large areas of property by cutting down tall grass, weeds, and light brush. Perfect for field maintenance, fence line clearing, and keeping overgrown areas under control.
Professional earthwork services in Western North Carolina. Fast, reliable, and done right the first time.
📞 (828) 523-1617
✉️ [email protected]
📍 Serving Hickory & surrounding counties in Western NC
Professional earthwork services in Western North Carolina. Fast, reliable, and done right the first time.
📞 (828) 523-1617
✉️ [email protected]
📍 Serving Hickory & surrounding counties in Western NC
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