Land Clearing, Grading and Pond Building in Winston-Salem, NC
City Lots and Country Acreage
Winston-Salem is the biggest city near our base, and the work here covers a wide range. Inside the city, it is mostly drainage and grading: yards that hold water, slopes that wash, and ground that needs to be shaped before a driveway or addition goes in. On the edges of the city and out in the county, it is land clearing, mulching and ponds.
Know the Local Erosion Control Rules
State rules generally require an erosion control plan at one acre of disturbance, but Winston-Salem and Forsyth County set a lower bar. Check the City of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County erosion control page before work starts. A pond with its dam and spoil can pass that threshold easily, and so can a large clearing job.
Ponds Near the City
A few acres near Winston-Salem can be a great place for a fishing pond. With more houses and roads nearby, it matters even more what sits below the dam and how much runoff comes from development uphill. Our pond permit guide explains the rules to check.
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Winston-Salem Questions
Do you work inside Winston-Salem city limits?
Yes, mostly on grading and drainage. Our main focus is larger properties and rural land, but we are glad to look at an in-town job and tell you honestly whether we are the right fit.
Do I need a permit to grade my yard in Winston-Salem?
It depends on how much ground is disturbed. Winston-Salem and Forsyth County use a lower threshold than the state. Check with the City of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County erosion control office about your project.
Can you fix a backyard that floods every time it rains?
Usually, yes. We find where the water is coming from and then fix it with regrading, a French drain, a swale or buried downspout lines, whichever fits the problem.
Have Land Near Winston-Salem?
Call (336) 551-8978 or send us the details. We will come look at the property and give you an estimate.