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Avatar for Drainage and Erosion Solutions

Drainage and Erosion Solutions

2754 Cameron Rd
4.18(
300
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Approved Pro

Drainage and Erosion Solutions

2754 Cameron Rd
4.18(
300
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
27 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Drainage & Erosion Solutions (DES) is an award-winning design-build firm specializing in diagnosing and resolving drainage and erosion issues for residential and commercial properties. With both engineering and contracting divisions, we deliver professionally engineered solutions that are as functional as they are aesthetically pleasing. Our team is composed of dedicated, full-time professionals known for their technical expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to exceptional customer service. All consultations, assessments, and installations are performed by licensed experts—including soils engineers and landscape and drainage system designers—who bring decades of combined experience in design and construction. Clients trust DES for our reliability and results, leading to a strong referral-based business and consistently high rankings on contractor-rating platforms.

"I highly recommend DES! I arranged a consultation after a home inspection report indicated that there was moisture in our basement walls. I was worried that costly mitigation efforts would be required. A friend who had previously used DES for a basement water problem highly recommend them, telling us that they were an honest company that only does what is necessary to solve a problem. Happily, Mark Fine from DES inspected both our basement and our exterior grounds and reported that there was no indication of cracks in the foundation or water intrusion, and that no work needed to be done. It is so refreshing to have a company that doesn't try to sell expensive services when they are not necessary!"

Brian E on October 2025

Drainage & Erosion Solutions (DES) is an award-winning design-build firm specializing in diagnosing and resolving drainage and erosion issues for residential and commercial properties. With both engineering and contracting divisions, we deliver professionally engineered solutions that are as functional as they are aesthetically pleasing. Our team is composed of dedicated, full-time professionals known for their technical expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to exceptional customer service. All consultations, assessments, and installations are performed by licensed experts—including soils engineers and landscape and drainage system designers—who bring decades of combined experience in design and construction. Clients trust DES for our reliability and results, leading to a strong referral-based business and consistently high rankings on contractor-rating platforms.

"I highly recommend DES! I arranged a consultation after a home inspection report indicated that there was moisture in our basement walls. I was worried that costly mitigation efforts would be required. A friend who had previously used DES for a basement water problem highly recommend them, telling us that they were an honest company that only does what is necessary to solve a problem. Happily, Mark Fine from DES inspected both our basement and our exterior grounds and reported that there was no indication of cracks in the foundation or water intrusion, and that no work needed to be done. It is so refreshing to have a company that doesn't try to sell expensive services when they are not necessary!"

Brian E on October 2025


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East Coast Landscape Design

2000 SPENCERVILLE ROAD
4.59(
139
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East Coast Landscape Design

2000 SPENCERVILLE ROAD
4.59(
139
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
230 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes, water features and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers, dry riverbeds and rain gardens through RainScapes and RiverSmart rebate programs). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: [email protected]

"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."

Robert R on February 2025

BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes, water features and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers, dry riverbeds and rain gardens through RainScapes and RiverSmart rebate programs). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: [email protected]

"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."

Robert R on February 2025


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Len The Plumber, LLC.

6598B Fleet Dr
3.85(
140
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Len The Plumber, LLC.

6598B Fleet Dr
3.85(
140
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
322 local quotes requested
29 years of experience

Len The Plumber, LLC. is a leading plumbing and drain company serving Northern Virginia. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Alexandria City, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Fredericksburg City, Loudon County, Manassas City, Prince William County, and Stafford County. Our knowledgeable plumbers have years of experience dealing with a wide variety of plumbing issues including plumbing repairs, drain cleaning, water heaters, well systems, heating systems, sewer, water, and gas lines. We’re open 7 days a week with no extra charge on evenings or weekends!

"They will NOT stop calling and messaging even after you tell them you no longer need the Services"

Ramon E on September 2025

Len The Plumber, LLC. is a leading plumbing and drain company serving Northern Virginia. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Alexandria City, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Fredericksburg City, Loudon County, Manassas City, Prince William County, and Stafford County. Our knowledgeable plumbers have years of experience dealing with a wide variety of plumbing issues including plumbing repairs, drain cleaning, water heaters, well systems, heating systems, sewer, water, and gas lines. We’re open 7 days a week with no extra charge on evenings or weekends!

"They will NOT stop calling and messaging even after you tell them you no longer need the Services"

Ramon E on September 2025


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Kramer and Sons Plumbing Services Inc

8805 Cooper Rd
4.68(
659
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Kramer and Sons Plumbing Services Inc

8805 Cooper Rd
4.68(
659
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
86 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

**We have a $59 service fee on all in-person on-site estimates** Whether you are having trouble with your HVAC system or you need help tackling issues with your home’s plumbing, the team of Alexandria home services experts at Kramer & Sons can help. They are a locally owned and operated company that has been treating customers like family since 1989. Their services include the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating and air conditioning systems, as well as plumbing matters such as drain cleaning, sewer and water line repair, sump pumps, and water heaters. Reach out to their team today to get to know these highly skilled technicians and schedule your first appointment

"The plumber that cam listened to my complaint and got the pipe open. It took work but he did a great job. Would recommend this company."

Felicia D on September 2023

**We have a $59 service fee on all in-person on-site estimates** Whether you are having trouble with your HVAC system or you need help tackling issues with your home’s plumbing, the team of Alexandria home services experts at Kramer & Sons can help. They are a locally owned and operated company that has been treating customers like family since 1989. Their services include the installation, maintenance, and repair of heating and air conditioning systems, as well as plumbing matters such as drain cleaning, sewer and water line repair, sump pumps, and water heaters. Reach out to their team today to get to know these highly skilled technicians and schedule your first appointment

"The plumber that cam listened to my complaint and got the pipe open. It took work but he did a great job. Would recommend this company."

Felicia D on September 2023


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Woodbridge Plumbing Inc

2705 Code Way
4.82(
471
)
Approved Pro

Woodbridge Plumbing Inc

2705 Code Way
4.82(
471
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 local quotes requested

Woodbridge Plumbing Inc has been in business since Tom and Anne Kreutzer started it in 1973 in the basement of a house on Occoquan Road with just one plumber, Tom. After three years Tom hired his first employee, David McCullen, who stayed with him until Tom and Anne sold the business in October, 2006. As the business grew, it moved first to a rented space at Canfield Industrial Park for nine years, and then to the current office and warehouse in Telegraph Road Business Park in January, 1987, across Telegraph Road from the back of Target.

"AV was extremely helpful, put in the time to get everything right. And when I had a further question after the repairs, he called me back promptly. The office staff also has been unfailingly helpful and responsive."

Patricia E on August 2020

Woodbridge Plumbing Inc has been in business since Tom and Anne Kreutzer started it in 1973 in the basement of a house on Occoquan Road with just one plumber, Tom. After three years Tom hired his first employee, David McCullen, who stayed with him until Tom and Anne sold the business in October, 2006. As the business grew, it moved first to a rented space at Canfield Industrial Park for nine years, and then to the current office and warehouse in Telegraph Road Business Park in January, 1987, across Telegraph Road from the back of Target.

"AV was extremely helpful, put in the time to get everything right. And when I had a further question after the repairs, he called me back promptly. The office staff also has been unfailingly helpful and responsive."

Patricia E on August 2020


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Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions

7713 Strasburg St
4.99(
70
)
Approved Pro

Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions

7713 Strasburg St
4.99(
70
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
61 local quotes requested

If you're looking for honesty and quality workmanship, you've come to the right place. Our specialty is drainage and landscaping, but whether a property needs storm drains, french drains, sump pumps, grading, leveling, excavation, patios, creative guttering for water removal or landscaping, we do all of the above with guaranteed results! Get in touch today for a consultation, and help us help you come up with the perfect drainage solution for your home or business!

"Premier Drainage is one the best hardscape company that we have hired. We had a lot of work done around our house - including downspouts extensions, overland relief and gradient of our yard, small retaining wall and repairs of our walkway. Their whole team (including the owner, Adrian) was very meticulous, professional and the workmanship exceeded our expectations. They also delivered the project on-time. We have been so impressed that we are now looking to get more yard work from these team. We would highly recommend this company for your yard needs."

MJ G on October 2025

If you're looking for honesty and quality workmanship, you've come to the right place. Our specialty is drainage and landscaping, but whether a property needs storm drains, french drains, sump pumps, grading, leveling, excavation, patios, creative guttering for water removal or landscaping, we do all of the above with guaranteed results! Get in touch today for a consultation, and help us help you come up with the perfect drainage solution for your home or business!

"Premier Drainage is one the best hardscape company that we have hired. We had a lot of work done around our house - including downspouts extensions, overland relief and gradient of our yard, small retaining wall and repairs of our walkway. Their whole team (including the owner, Adrian) was very meticulous, professional and the workmanship exceeded our expectations. They also delivered the project on-time. We have been so impressed that we are now looking to get more yard work from these team. We would highly recommend this company for your yard needs."

MJ G on October 2025


Astor Contractors, LLC

10138 Elliston Court
4.82(
11
)
Approved Pro

Astor Contractors, LLC

10138 Elliston Court
4.82(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Astor Contractors, LLC, is a family business, founded in 2003. We strive for the best work, maintaining competitive prices on the market. We have over 20 years of experience in site work and construction.

"Contractor was very knowledgeable. Communication only by email. Did not provide card or phone contact information; however he usually responded daily to email contact."

Gale G on January 2013

Astor Contractors, LLC, is a family business, founded in 2003. We strive for the best work, maintaining competitive prices on the market. We have over 20 years of experience in site work and construction.

"Contractor was very knowledgeable. Communication only by email. Did not provide card or phone contact information; however he usually responded daily to email contact."

Gale G on January 2013


Old Dominion Environmental, Inc.

840 N. Kent Street, Suite 6
4.92(
25
)
Approved Pro

Old Dominion Environmental, Inc.

840 N. Kent Street, Suite 6
4.92(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
43 local quotes requested

Old Dominion Environmental, Inc., offers a full array of environmental services to both commercial and residential clientele in Northern Virginia and beyond. We specialize in underground heating oil tank removal, oil tank abandonment, heating oil tank testing and 24-hour emergency spill clean up services throughout most of Virginia. Our management has over ffity years of experience in the environmental consulting and contracting business. We work closely with our clients in order to provide the least intrusive and most efficient means of service to ensure your project goes smoothly. We provide honest, intelligent, and thorough assessments and solutions. We are experts in the utilization of the Virginia Petroleum Storage Tank Fund making the sure our clients receive the maximum financial assistance available.

"excellent work"

Harold B on November 2023

Old Dominion Environmental, Inc., offers a full array of environmental services to both commercial and residential clientele in Northern Virginia and beyond. We specialize in underground heating oil tank removal, oil tank abandonment, heating oil tank testing and 24-hour emergency spill clean up services throughout most of Virginia. Our management has over ffity years of experience in the environmental consulting and contracting business. We work closely with our clients in order to provide the least intrusive and most efficient means of service to ensure your project goes smoothly. We provide honest, intelligent, and thorough assessments and solutions. We are experts in the utilization of the Virginia Petroleum Storage Tank Fund making the sure our clients receive the maximum financial assistance available.

"excellent work"

Harold B on November 2023


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Bay Area Excavation, LLC

917 Long Point Rd
No reviews yet

Bay Area Excavation, LLC

917 Long Point Rd
No reviews yet
2 years of experience

Bay Area Excavation, LLC is an Excavation and Demolition company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in grading, hauling, and importing the material you need for your project. In addition, we have experience in demolition of single standing structures of all sizes. We're insured for commercial projects as well. Please feel free to reach out to us, we're eager to provide you a competitive quote.

Bay Area Excavation, LLC is an Excavation and Demolition company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in grading, hauling, and importing the material you need for your project. In addition, we have experience in demolition of single standing structures of all sizes. We're insured for commercial projects as well. Please feel free to reach out to us, we're eager to provide you a competitive quote.


Site ready solutions

Wendy Court
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Site ready solutions

Wendy Court
No reviews yet

Site ready solutions is a construction company especialize on any type of concrete work, from new construction ,additions , patios , footings, driveways ,retain walls, sidewalk, demolition, decks, with the best quality work and experience on DMV area, we are local owner-operated.

Site ready solutions is a construction company especialize on any type of concrete work, from new construction ,additions , patios , footings, driveways ,retain walls, sidewalk, demolition, decks, with the best quality work and experience on DMV area, we are local owner-operated.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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