DeShields Utilities Wilmington NC

Business Overview

DeShields Utilities Wilmington NC provides excavation and plumbing services for homeowners and businesses in the lower Cape Fear region. The company operates a mix of licensed technicians and experienced equipment operators. They offer on-call emergency service for urgent leaks, sinkholes, or utility repairs outside normal hours.

Projects range from single-family plumbing inspections to larger site work for local contractors. The team handles residential properties, small commercial sites, and municipal utility hookups in neighborhoods built on sandy, coastal soils.

Key Services

Services are grouped by trade so customers can find what they need quickly.

• Excavation Services: site preparation, grading, and utility trenching adapted to Wilmington's sandy and often wet ground.
• Trench Digging: trenches for sewer, water, electrical conduit, and drainage systems with attention to erosion and local permitting.
• Plumbing Inspection: camera inspections, leak locating, and condition reports for older homes in historic districts and newer subdivisions.
• Repair and Maintenance: targeted work after inspections, plus seasonal checks before hurricane season or heavy rains.

Areas Served

DeShields Utilities serves Wilmington and nearby communities, offering local crews that know town layouts and permit rules.

• Wilmington, NC
• Murraysville, NC
• Kings Grant, NC
• Ogden, NC
• Hampstead, NC
• Skippers Corner, NC
• Belville, NC
• Navassa, NC

Company History

DeShields Utilities began as a small plumbing crew focused on repair calls and home inspections. Over several years, the company added excavation equipment to meet growing demand for utility work and site preparation along Wilmington's expanding suburbs.

Experience on coastal projects—where sandy soil and high water tables change how trenches are dug—led the firm to develop practical workflows for faster, safer jobs. The business grew by serving neighbors, local builders, and public works departments.

Leadership

Marcus DeShields founded the company after a decade as a field plumber and equipment operator. Marcus maintains hands-on involvement with projects and sits on a local trade group that meets about storm-response planning and permitting practices.

Leadership emphasizes practical training, licensing, and keeping equipment maintained for quick response after heavy rains or storms common to the Wilmington area.

Specialties & Highlights

• Practical trenching in sandy soils with erosion controls matched to local rules.
• Camera-based plumbing inspections for older homes and rental properties.
• Rapid on-call response for sinkholes, water breaks, and safety hazards.
• Coordination with local inspectors and utility locators to reduce delays.

Why Locals Choose DeShields Utilities

Residents and contractors pick DeShields Utilities Wilmington NC for steady, experienced crews who know Wilmington's climate and building patterns. The company balances practical field experience with a respect for local permitting and neighbors.

Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM–2:00 PM, Sun Closed. After-hours emergency response is available by request.