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Excavation Company Serving Straits, NC Site Development Needs
County Line Grading is the excavation company Straits property owners call for clearing, grading, and drainage work suited to Down East ground near Core Sound.
Site Preparation for Straits' Waterfront and Wooded Tracts
Straits sits between Harkers Island and Marshallberg along Core Sound, a small Down East community where fishing heritage and family land run deep. Many of the lots here have been passed down for generations, and preparing them for a new home or outbuilding takes a crew that respects the land and understands the water table.
We work as an earthwork contractor for homeowners building on inherited property, contractors developing new sites near NC Highway 1335, and anyone dealing with the marsh grass, pine stands, and sandy soil common throughout this stretch of Carteret County. From foundation excavation to French drain installation, we handle the full scope of site work Straits properties typically need, including lots along Straits Road passed down through generations.
Because so much of Straits sits close to sea level, drainage and erosion control aren't optional extras. They're built into every grading plan we design for this area.
Our Services
Excavation Services Available in Straits
County Line Grading offers a complete lineup of land clearing, grading, drainage, and demolition services for Straits residents and property owners. Below is the full range of work our crew handles in this community.
Demolition & Cleanup
Old structures, docks, or storm-damaged buildings come down safely with our structure demolition and debris removal services.
Excavation
From foundation excavation to ditch excavation, our team handles the digging and earthwork Straits sites require.
Forestry Mulching
Clear wooded lots without hauling debris using forestry mulching services that leave behind usable soil cover.
Land Clearing
Residential and commercial land clearing services prep your Straits lot for construction, farming, or future development.
Site Preparation
Complete construction site preparation, from soil removal to compaction, so your project starts on stable ground.
Underbrush Clearing
Clear thick underbrush and tangled vegetation common to Down East lots along Core Sound.
Drainage Solutions
Comprehensive drainage services and stormwater management designed for Straits' flat, low-lying terrain.
Erosion Control
Protect shoreline and low-lying property with erosion control services built for coastal ground.
French Drain Installation
Move standing water away from foundations and yards with properly installed French drain systems.
Land Grading
Land grading services correct uneven ground and direct water away from structures and driveways.
Land Leveling
Land leveling prepares yards, pads, and building sites for construction or landscaping projects.
Road Building & Maintenance
Road grading and maintenance keep private drives and access roads stable through wet Down East seasons.
Working With Core Sound's Water Table and Sandy Soil
Straits doesn't have much elevation to work with. The community sits low against Core Sound, and much of the soil here is sandy and porous, which drains fast in some spots and holds water in others depending on how close you are to the marsh edge.
That inconsistency is exactly why proper grading and slope grading matter so much here. A homesite that looks dry in June can turn soggy after a fall nor'easter if the pad wasn't built up correctly or the drainage wasn't planned with the sound's tidal influence in mind.
We've graded properties throughout this part of Carteret County long enough to know where water tends to collect after heavy rain and how to route it away from foundations, driveways, and septic systems before construction ever begins.
Why Choose Us
Why Straits Property Owners Choose County Line Grading
Property owners in this Down East community want a crew that understands tidal ground, respects family land, and shows up when promised. Here's what keeps Straits residents calling us back.
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Down East Experience
We've worked lots throughout Straits, Marshallberg, and Harkers Island, so we already understand the marsh, soil, and drainage patterns specific to this area.
02
Honest, Direct Communication
You get straightforward excavation estimates and clear explanations before work starts, with no surprise charges once the job is underway.
03
Licensed and Insured Crews
Every project is handled by a licensed, insured team that follows proper safety practices and local regulatory requirements from start to finish.
How we handle every project
Our Process for Straits Excavation and Grading Projects
Every job in Straits follows the same dependable process, whether it's a small drainage fix or a full lot clearing project.
- 01
Site Visit and Estimate
We walk the property with you, assess the soil, drainage, and access, and provide a clear estimate before any equipment arrives.
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Clearing, Grading, or Demolition
Our crew performs the agreed-upon work, whether that's land clearing, excavation, grading, or demolition, using equipment sized appropriately for the site.
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Site Cleanup and Final Walkthrough
We remove debris, clean the site, and walk the property with you to confirm the work meets expectations before we consider the job finished.
Get Your Straits Property Ready for Its Next Project
Whether you're clearing a family tract near Core Sound or grading a new homesite off Straits Road, County Line Grading has the local experience to do the job correctly. Call today to schedule a site visit and get an honest estimate for your property.