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Avatar for All About Plumbing & Septic
All About Plumbing & Septic
5521 Old Haywood Rd
4.83(
591
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Approved Pro
All About Plumbing & Septic
5521 Old Haywood Rd
4.83(
591
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
230 local quotes requested

All About Plumbing & Septic is a local, family owned business, with technicians that have over 20-30 years experience, that helps you solve all of your plumbing and septic needs by providing clean, professional and friendly technicians with state-of-the-art equipment. As a company you can rely on, we complete jobs on time and offer work you can trust. We work with efficiency paired with good, old fashioned honest service. Our state-of-the-art equipment such as our video inspection camera and locator takes the guess work out of finding your problem and allows us to pinpoint the exact location of your drain problems, eliminating extra work and cost in the process. We are licensed professionals who are trained to respect you and your home. We offer 24/7 service at no extra charge. Your call will always be answered by an All About Plumbing & Septic employee and not an answering service or voicemail. We also offer free estimates and upfront pricing to avoid any unpleasant surprises when your job is completed. Don't wait until the next day to solve an immediate plumbing problem. From broken pipes to backed up drains, plumbing or septic emergencies wait for nobody. Keep a small mess from becoming a complete catastrophe by calling the experienced professionals at All About Plumbing & Septic, no matter when you need us. We are experienced in all matters involving water and drainage. There are no plumbing services that we exclude. Experienced service dedicated to your satisfaction. You can rest easy knowing you are receiving the best possible plumbing service from us. Discounts are also available to make our great prices even more affordable. Additional email- septic@allaboutplumbingnc.com

"Awesome service-arrived promptly and completed work quickly."

David B on March 2025

All About Plumbing & Septic is a local, family owned business, with technicians that have over 20-30 years experience, that helps you solve all of your plumbing and septic needs by providing clean, professional and friendly technicians with state-of-the-art equipment. As a company you can rely on, we complete jobs on time and offer work you can trust. We work with efficiency paired with good, old fashioned honest service. Our state-of-the-art equipment such as our video inspection camera and locator takes the guess work out of finding your problem and allows us to pinpoint the exact location of your drain problems, eliminating extra work and cost in the process. We are licensed professionals who are trained to respect you and your home. We offer 24/7 service at no extra charge. Your call will always be answered by an All About Plumbing & Septic employee and not an answering service or voicemail. We also offer free estimates and upfront pricing to avoid any unpleasant surprises when your job is completed. Don't wait until the next day to solve an immediate plumbing problem. From broken pipes to backed up drains, plumbing or septic emergencies wait for nobody. Keep a small mess from becoming a complete catastrophe by calling the experienced professionals at All About Plumbing & Septic, no matter when you need us. We are experienced in all matters involving water and drainage. There are no plumbing services that we exclude. Experienced service dedicated to your satisfaction. You can rest easy knowing you are receiving the best possible plumbing service from us. Discounts are also available to make our great prices even more affordable. Additional email- septic@allaboutplumbingnc.com

"Awesome service-arrived promptly and completed work quickly."

David B on March 2025


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WNC Mountain Movers and Drainage
149 Jim's Branch Road
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
WNC Mountain Movers and Drainage
149 Jim's Branch Road
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

We offer a variety of excavating services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Jason and Jeff did an excellent job grading my driveway. Jason was very helpful with a recommendation regarding a drainage trench. They also cleaned the grills and spread new gravel. They were able to get to my project remarkably quickly and finished up in one day. I was very, very pleased with their work. I definitely recommend their services."

Leigh P on January 2025

We offer a variety of excavating services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Jason and Jeff did an excellent job grading my driveway. Jason was very helpful with a recommendation regarding a drainage trench. They also cleaned the grills and spread new gravel. They were able to get to my project remarkably quickly and finished up in one day. I was very, very pleased with their work. I definitely recommend their services."

Leigh P on January 2025


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Gibson's Grading And Construction
Po Box 358
4.80(
305
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Gibson's Grading And Construction
Po Box 358
4.80(
305
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 local quotes requested

Gibson's Construction has been established since 1996 we are family owned and operated and we offer full range of construction services and grading from small jobs to large jobs. We are a father and son team and use the best people and materials that we can find. We do not hire subcontractors because we do the work ourselves on-site to make sure they job is done right! we do contract price only. We will give a 10% discount for Angie's List members. we do not offer paving service or tank removal,pavers. We do the highest quality of work and services and do not take short cuts or bandaid fixes. With decades of experience and continued top service we are here to help, you are not just a customer but become family with us.

"Great job. Dedicated service. Dug up potted plants for me that had been submerged in mud. Hard worker! Helped me with obtaining FEMA grant by talking to the agent and supplying necessary information. Definitely would hire him again!!"

Susan A on April 2025

Gibson's Construction has been established since 1996 we are family owned and operated and we offer full range of construction services and grading from small jobs to large jobs. We are a father and son team and use the best people and materials that we can find. We do not hire subcontractors because we do the work ourselves on-site to make sure they job is done right! we do contract price only. We will give a 10% discount for Angie's List members. we do not offer paving service or tank removal,pavers. We do the highest quality of work and services and do not take short cuts or bandaid fixes. With decades of experience and continued top service we are here to help, you are not just a customer but become family with us.

"Great job. Dedicated service. Dug up potted plants for me that had been submerged in mud. Hard worker! Helped me with obtaining FEMA grant by talking to the agent and supplying necessary information. Definitely would hire him again!!"

Susan A on April 2025


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Paces landscaping
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Paces landscaping
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
22 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We offer a variety of landscaping services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today! Landscaping and grading boulder walls just geting started whit this I been doing this for over 4 year now and I try to grow my business so if you would plz help me out and let grow my business and I am not license but I do good work I promise

We offer a variety of landscaping services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality of work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today! Landscaping and grading boulder walls just geting started whit this I been doing this for over 4 year now and I try to grow my business so if you would plz help me out and let grow my business and I am not license but I do good work I promise


Avatar for Lance Professional Septic Services
Lance Professional Septic Services
20 Crabtree Mountain Road
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Lance Professional Septic Services
20 Crabtree Mountain Road
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
44 local quotes requested

From inspection to clean out, we have you covered! Lance Professional Septic Services is a leading septic service business dedicated to providing reliable and efficient solutions for residential and commercial properties. With a commitment to exceptional customer service and a team of experienced professionals, we specialize in septic tank pumping, inspection, maintenance, repair, and installation services. Our focus on quality workmanship, prompt response times, and competitive pricing sets us apart as a trusted service provider in the industry. Visit our website at www.lanceprofessionalservices.net to learn more about our comprehensive septic services and how we can meet your needs effectively. Feel free to text or call (828)707-7633

"Hayden was awesome would recommend them to anyone who needs any septic needs!"

Karl W on March 2025

From inspection to clean out, we have you covered! Lance Professional Septic Services is a leading septic service business dedicated to providing reliable and efficient solutions for residential and commercial properties. With a commitment to exceptional customer service and a team of experienced professionals, we specialize in septic tank pumping, inspection, maintenance, repair, and installation services. Our focus on quality workmanship, prompt response times, and competitive pricing sets us apart as a trusted service provider in the industry. Visit our website at www.lanceprofessionalservices.net to learn more about our comprehensive septic services and how we can meet your needs effectively. Feel free to text or call (828)707-7633

"Hayden was awesome would recommend them to anyone who needs any septic needs!"

Karl W on March 2025


Avatar for Thickett-B-Gone
Thickett-B-Gone
4734 Mosby Ridge Rd
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Thickett-B-Gone
4734 Mosby Ridge Rd
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
35 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Thickett-B-Gone, proudly serves our 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 leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do. Put smile on people faces and have a clean job site.

"Thicket-Be-Gone was fantastic. Price was reasonable and he did much more than what I paid for. I plan on bringing him back to do more."

Brenda L on April 2025

Thickett-B-Gone, proudly serves our 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 leave customers happy and give them a part of us of what we are proud too do. Put smile on people faces and have a clean job site.

"Thicket-Be-Gone was fantastic. Price was reasonable and he did much more than what I paid for. I plan on bringing him back to do more."

Brenda L on April 2025


Gunter Grading
35 Justus Acres Ln
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Gunter Grading
35 Justus Acres Ln
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
5 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!

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!


Avatar for MJ Mountain Builders
MJ Mountain Builders
724 Gray Fox Rd
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
MJ Mountain Builders
724 Gray Fox Rd
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

MJ Mountain Builders is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Contact us for a free consultation today! Please note, while we install and repair septic systems, we do not pump septic tanks.

"They did great"

Hunter H on July 2024

MJ Mountain Builders is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Contact us for a free consultation today! Please note, while we install and repair septic systems, we do not pump septic tanks.

"They did great"

Hunter H on July 2024


Avatar for ZR Landscaping and Grading
ZR Landscaping and Grading
PO Box 1580
4.79(
127
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Approved Pro
ZR Landscaping and Grading
PO Box 1580
4.79(
127
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
98 local quotes requested

At ZR Landscaping and Grading we strive to provide you with the best in quality workmanship and professional communication. We specialize in landscaping & hardscaping. From garden bed projects to lawn maintenance to retaining walls or patios, we've got you covered! Please give us a call to see what we can do for you. We would love to work with you!

"Job Well done"

Ryan R on February 2025

At ZR Landscaping and Grading we strive to provide you with the best in quality workmanship and professional communication. We specialize in landscaping & hardscaping. From garden bed projects to lawn maintenance to retaining walls or patios, we've got you covered! Please give us a call to see what we can do for you. We would love to work with you!

"Job Well done"

Ryan R on February 2025


Avatar for GroundUp Construction Services, LLC
GroundUp Construction Services, LLC
237 Duncan Hill Rd
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
GroundUp Construction Services, LLC
237 Duncan Hill Rd
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
71 local quotes requested
1 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!

"Amazing work! Would hire again! Affordable."

Angie M on February 2025

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!

"Amazing work! Would hire again! Affordable."

Angie M on February 2025

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Excavation services FAQs

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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