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Mike Atkinson, Inc.
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Blue Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Mike Atkinson Excavating is a family company who has been doing excavation, demolition and disposal in Salem, VA and surrounding areas for over 35 years. Honestly, we love demolishing things. We also love watching a piece of land that is overrun or underdeveloped turned into the foundation for somebody's dream. We are your local excavating contractor and demolition contractor, both residential and commercial. Whether foundations, parking lots, road clearing, pond building, land clearing we are your complete source. We take pride in our work.

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Dig Big LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Blue Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

At Dig Big LLC, we specialize in high-quality concrete work and the installation of durable, manufactured retaining walls that enhance both the function and beauty of outdoor spaces. Whether you need a strong, reliable wall to prevent erosion, define your landscape, or add visual appeal to your property, our expert team ensures precision installation using top-tier materials. Our concrete patios and walkways are built to last, offering a stylish and low-maintenance solution for any outdoor area. In addition to retaining walls and concrete surfaces, we provide custom hardscaping services to create functional and attractive outdoor spaces. With competitive pricing and a commitment to excellence, Dig Big LLC is ready to bring your vision to life. Contact us today to start your next project!

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Precision Builders & Excavating, LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Blue Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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"I recently hired jeremy for an extensive excavation project and I couldn't be more pleased with the results. He cleared a long stretch of heavily overgrown land with impressive precision and care. Throughout the job, he remained calm, communicative, and consistently offered practical advice that helped move the project forward smoothly. Jeremy went above and beyond to ensure every detail met my expectations. His skill and professionalism were evident from start to finish, and I wouldn't hesitate to call on him again for future land work."
Response time3 days
Response rate91%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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AOLandscapes
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Serving Blue Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Excellent! They did such a great job and were done in no-time! Not to mention how kind they are!"
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S. Ferguson, Inc.
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Serving Blue Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sylvester is easy to work with -- we work a lot with their crew and will continue to in the future. It's a pleasure to work with them."
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Longenecker & Son, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Blue Ridge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"My name is Michael Williams and resident near job behind Royal Farm in bedford. I'm a experienced operator, and have been a MEP Supervisor with trade knowledge for years. Healthy and curious if needed any help. I've been a Maintenance coordinator for nursing homes for a few years and would like to get back to just work. Know how to read prints and schedule things in order. If interested call or text and I could come back by this week. 540 874 0520"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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