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We are currently constructing redirock retaining walls around an existing home. The new owners wanted to create more level area at the entrance of the garage and also be able to access the main level of the house from outside the garage which will be possible once this wall and steps are completed.

One of our crews is currently working on the utility installations on a commercial project in Asheville. After connecting to the taps provided by the city, lines will be installed connecting the proposed building to city services

With a skilled operator at the controls, this bulldozer is grading a 180 degree turn in a road in Brevard. Even though the natural lay of the land presented challenges, Whitmire Grading was able to find a route that when finished will be safe and comfortable to drive.

Before grading can begin most trees that are in the limits of construction have to be taken down and the stumps and overburden removed. This is started after the erosion control measures are installed. 

This grading project is for a barn and indoor riding arena in Lake Toxaway. The rough grading is complete and now the site is being finish graded.The septic system has been installed and gravel is being placed on the driveway and parking areas. Areas are seeded and mulched as they are finished to establish ground cover and control erosion. 

Storm drainage installation is in progress at the MAHEC project in Asheville, N.C. The crew is aligning the laser transit and setting the grade for the next structure in the line. After the system is installed the area will be filled to subgrade which is near the top of the concrete structures. 

Our operators have cleared the trees and have completed excavation for the foundation on this house site that we are currently working on that is located in the Chasewood community in Brevard, N.C. When the driveway is completed the site will be turned over to the contractor and construction will begin. Our crews will return at a later time to back fill the foundation and finish grade the site.  

We have just started the site work for MAHEC Building #3 in Asheville, N.C. We will be performing all site work, including grading, retaining wall construction, asphalt, curb and gutter, storm drainage, water and sewer installations, working with the general contractor, Monteith Construction out of Charlotte. It is a 2.5 acre project with a proposed  three story building that is scheduled for completion in April of 2013. 

Work is progressing on the construction of a 200 by 70 foot wide horse riding arena that we are building off of Barclay Road in Brevard, N.C. After being contacted by the owner we worked together to find the most suitable location on the property and then decided, after looking at different options, what materials and methods would be used to produce a finished product that would withstand the harsh environment of horse training. On this arena the site was graded and then covered with a layer of 8 ounce nonwoven fabric for added stability. An 8 inch layer of silty clay was placed on top of the fabric and then topped with 3 inches of manufactured sand to provide optimum footing for the horses.   

Finish grading is being completed at this home site in Cedar Mountain where we have been working with S&J Custom Homes. Initial clearing and grading were started in the fall and construction has progressed very quickly. The owners will be enjoying their new home very soon!