Site work and hardscape services
Mountain property comes with steep slopes, heavy rain and rock. We plan each project around those conditions so the work holds up.
Grading and drainage
Shaping the ground so water moves away from the house, driveway and foundations.
Land and lot clearing
Removing trees, stumps and brush to prepare a building site, pasture or garden.
Excavation and site prep
Digging and preparing ground for additions, outbuildings and utilities, including tight work around wells.
Retaining walls
Natural stone, block and concrete walls that hold back soil on slopes and create level space for lawns, patios and drives.
Stonework and landscaping
Boulder borders, stone edging and finished landscaping after the heavy work is done.
Driveway repair
Regrading and repairing gravel drives damaged by washouts and heavy rain.
Creek and storm damage repair
Clearing fallen trees and debris and repairing banks and ground damaged by flooding.
Why use one company for trees and site work
Most site projects in the mountains start with trees. When the tree crew and the excavation crew are separate companies, you coordinate two schedules and pay for two trips.
We clear the trees, grind the stumps, grade the site and build the walls ourselves, in the order the job requires. You have one contact, one estimate and one company responsible for the result.
What we look at on site
Slope and soil. Steep or loose ground affects how we grade and what kind of wall will hold.
Water. Where rain runs today, and where it needs to go when we are done.
Access. Narrow or steep drives determine which equipment we bring in.
Trees and roots. Which trees stay, which come out, and how to protect the ones that remain.
Permits. Whether the size of the project calls for an erosion control plan or county review.
What to expect
- 1Contact usCall, text or send the form. We will get back to you to schedule a visit.
- 2On-site estimateWe walk the property with you, discuss what you want to achieve and give you a written estimate.
- 3The workWe clear, grade, dig and build in the right order, with our own equipment.
- 4CleanupWe remove debris, smooth disturbed areas and leave the site clean.
Recent projects
What clients say about our site work
“A rather large tree needed to be removed and a large scale job of excavation was involved around a delicate well house structure. They completed the job perfectly with care and on time.”
“He went above and beyond by moving 5 enormous stones to the edge of our driveway… so that the landscaping looked professional. It looks incredible.”
“They took down some trees for us and repaired creek damage from Helene!”
“Outstanding quality results and work ethic from Marvin. This is your go to place for tree work and Hardscapes!”
Grading and excavation questions
Do I need a permit?
Most residential projects do not. In North Carolina, projects that disturb more than one acre generally require an approved erosion and sedimentation control plan, and some larger or steep-slope projects may need county review. We will tell you what applies during the estimate.
What kinds of retaining walls do you build?
We build natural stone, block and poured concrete walls. The right choice depends on the slope, the height and how you want it to look.
Can you clear and grade a lot for a new home?
Yes. We can remove the trees, grind the stumps and grade the site so it is ready for your builder.
Can you fix a driveway that washes out?
Yes. We regrade the drive and correct the drainage that is causing the washouts.
Do you repair storm and flood damage?
Yes. We clear fallen trees and debris and repair ground, banks and drives damaged by heavy rain and flooding. See storm and emergency service.
Schedule a project estimate
Estimates are free and done in person by the owner.