Grading, Site Prep & Hauling in Johnston County, NC
Tucker Built Construction LLC handles grading, site prep, and hauling for homeowners, landowners, and other contractors across Johnston County and the surrounding counties. If you have a lot that needs to be cleared and leveled before a build, a driveway or pad that needs to be prepped, or dirt, gravel, or debris that needs to be hauled in or out, this is the work that turns a raw piece of ground into a site that is ready to go.
The difference is that we own our equipment — dump trucks, skid steers, excavators, and tractors. That means we are not waiting on a rental yard or subbing the machines out to someone else. We bring the iron, we run it, and we are accountable for the grade and the haul from start to finish.
We take standalone grading and hauling jobs for homeowners and landowners who need work done without a construction project attached, and we haul for other contractors who need trucks and operators on their own jobs. Whether the site is a new home lot outside Benson, a driveway prep in Clayton, or a contractor's haul in Smithfield, the process is the same: a written scope, the right equipment, and a clean finished grade.
What's Included
A clear look at the work this service covers, for residential and commercial properties alike.
How the Project Works
One builder, start to finish — no handoffs to strangers mid-project.
Call
Start with a phone call to (919) 868-4997. Tell us what the site needs — clearing, grading, a pad, a driveway, or material hauled in or out.
On-Site Walkthrough
We walk the lot, look at the slope, the soil, and the access, and talk through what has to be moved, leveled, or hauled and where it is going.
Written Scope & Quote
You receive a written scope of work and a quote so you know exactly what is included — from clearing and grading to the haul — before any equipment rolls in.
Build
We bring our own dump trucks, skid steers, excavators, and tractors, run the work, and keep the site organized through every stage.
Final Walkthrough
We walk the finished grade or pad with you, confirm every item in the scope is complete, and answer any questions before we pull off the site.
What Affects the Cost
We do not publish price lists because no two projects are the same. These are the factors that drive cost — we walk through each one in your written quote.
Scope of Work
A simple haul of a few loads costs less than clearing and grading a full lot for a new home. The more the site has to be shaped and moved, the more the project costs.
Site Size & Slope
A larger footprint means more machine time, and a sloped or uneven lot takes more cuts and fills to level than a flat one. The grade work scales with the area and the relief.
Material Volume
How much dirt, gravel, or fill has to be brought in or hauled out drives the number of truck loads — and each load is time, fuel, and labor.
Haul Distance
The distance to the source or the dump site directly affects cost. A short haul across town costs less than moving material to or from a site far from the pit or the landfill.
Clearing & Obstructions
A lot covered in trees, stumps, and brush takes more work to clear than an open field. Removing stumps and rock, and hauling off the debris, adds to the project.
Site Access
How easily trucks and machines can reach the site — including driveway length, gate width, soft ground, and overhead clearance — affects how long the work takes.
Permits & Inspections
Grading and site prep for a new home or building is usually tied to the building permit for that project, and some towns and counties also require a separate grading or erosion control permit for larger disturbances. Permits for properties in this area are issued by your county or town inspections department, and the property owner should expect inspections at set stages of the work.
We review permit requirements for your project as part of putting together your written scope, so there are no surprises about what your local inspections department will need to see before, during, and after the work.
We work with inspections departments across all six counties we serve, and most often with Johnston County.
We pull the permits for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you bring your own equipment, or do you rent it?
We own our equipment — dump trucks, skid steers, excavators, and tractors. Because the machines are ours, we can schedule and sequence the work without waiting on a rental yard, and there is no rental cost padded into your quote.
Can I hire you just for grading and hauling, without a build?
Yes. We take standalone grading and hauling jobs for homeowners and landowners who need a lot cleared, a pad built, or material hauled — even when there is no construction project attached. Tell us what the site needs on the contact form.
Do you haul for other contractors?
We do. If you are a contractor who needs dirt, gravel, or debris hauled on your job, our trucks and operators are available. Call (919) 868-4997 and we will work out the loads, the schedule, and the site access.
What is the difference between site prep and grading?
Site prep is the broader work of getting a lot ready to build on — clearing, rough grading, and establishing access. Grading is the shaping of the ground itself to level a pad, direct water, or set the finish elevation. We handle both, and they are usually done together ahead of a foundation or slab.
How do I get started on a grading or hauling job?
Call (919) 868-4997 or submit a request through our contact form. We come look at the site, talk through what needs to be moved or leveled, and deliver a written scope and quote before any equipment rolls in.
Towns We Serve
Based in Benson, NC and working across Johnston, Harnett, Wake, Wayne, Sampson and Cumberland counties.
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