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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
Demolition / remodel of small bathroom. Complete demo down to wall studs. Installed new drywall , primed and painted. Replaced cabinets, vanity, mirror, lights and all fixtures. Installed barn door entry. Excellent workmanship and professionalism. Dale was great to work with, very attentive to...
Honey-Do Hero
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Reviewed in May 2024
The crew at Bay Crawl space really did a great job with my repairs for water intrusion beneath my home. Everyone was very professional, from the inspection done by Beau M., the grading and pump installation done by Nate, Travis, Michael, and Art, the electrical work by Paul and Adrian and even...
BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair
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Reviewed in January 2023
After seeing the wonderful job Andrew did removing our next door neighbors overgrown trees, I had him return to remove one large crape myrtle that was too close to our house and 6 bushes. He gave a very reasonable estimate, but upon property marking by “Miss Utility” learned the tree was planted...
AM Arbor & Landscaping
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Reviewed in May 2022
Great Job ProLift! They came for a maintenance tune-up, which I knew we needed more than that. Upon his inspection they recommended a few replacement components. I authorized them to replace, they never had to go off site for material and was able to take care of everything that needed...
ProLift Garage Doors of Virginia Beach
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Reviewed in May 2022
Excellent job with the tree removal and cleanup afterwards. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for quality service with great pricing.
Big Bear's Tree Care
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Reviewed in April 2022
Excellent Job on Shed repair/paint and deck repair and paint
Castle Rock
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Reviewed in November 2021
Bay Craw Space (Troy and Main) performed my yearly maintenance, changing the battery and filter on the dehumidifier and cleaning the crawl. They were very friendly and professional.
BAY Crawl Space & Foundation Repair
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Reviewed in October 2016
Justin and his crew excavated the land, built the forms, and poured the concrete for my driveway expansion. They were professional and courteous. I will definitely hire him when I'm ready to do my pool and backyard patio.
Experience Concrete Design
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Reviewed in September 2016
My lot was covered with pine & sweet gum trees. In total, they removed 17 trees. When Micky came out to give a job estimate, he gave me a number (if I recall correctly, it was $6500). Before I could answer, he dropped the price to $5800. This could have been because when I was originally...
Chesapeake Tree Service
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Reviewed in May 2013
William was prompt in responding to my online inquiry about the service and was quick to come out and give me an estimate. Price was very good. Service included some excavation. William worked with me to get the layout I wanted and adapted quickly to some last minute changes. Service was...
Virginia Beach Hardscapes
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O Johnson Enterprises llc

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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Credit card accepted

"Oscar, did and exceptional job with the work we contracted him. Our work included demolitioning an existing structure, moving a storage unit, and clearing trees and shrubery. Execellant work! Reasonable and comptetive rates. If you are in newd of any outside work we highly recommend. Lavern G."

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DMJ Contracting INC

New to Angi

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

58 years old , own and operate my own business almost all of my life, I love dirt work.

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Shook Construction, LLC

New to Angi

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Shook Construction, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!\n

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Valentine Rooter

New to Angi

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

With years of experience in the plumbing industry in PA and VA, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your plumbing needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Valentyn Plumbing a call today, we look forward to working with you!

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Belletto Construction Inc

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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Team performed under Management / Supervisor. Great Job, and communication! Clean up was perfectly completed. The estimate for this project was More than others quoted, but because of the professionalism of the entire team, contract agreement and requirements is why I chose this company to do the job."

+108

Recommended by84%of homeowners

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

"It was good. They do a really good job between a weather that we're having."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Russell's & American Mechanical

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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I created a work request through Angie's list and they were one of the first to respond and were at my home within hours to provide a quote. the quote was high but they were ready to perform the job. the plumbers did a great job performing the agreed upon request. in the future when I have more time to estimate jobs I may not call them knowing they quote on the high side."

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Walker Boy Landscaping LLC

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Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent service. As advertised. Very Professional.
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Recommended by72%of homeowners

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great again, hired them back two weeks after they came do yardwork and land clearing they put up my fence, row my entire property, a chain-link and salt a chain-link gate at the front of the property so people couldn’t use my driveway as a U-turn put an electric gate opener on there and they came out perfect I will be using them in the future and from now on they are my go to company"

+16

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Chesapeake, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"He was an excellent worker and a honest one"

Response time1 day

Response rate92%

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

Yes, professional installations include trenching or borehole drilling required for ground loops.

The Chesapeake, VA homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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Mar 6, 2026Mar 6, 2026
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Trencher? [2026 Data]
If you need to dig a trench, you might be tempted to do it yourself instead of hiring a pro. So, how much does it cost to rent a trencher? Let’s break it down.
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How Much Are Excavator Rental Prices? [2026 Data]
Preparing for a big excavation project in your yard? Find out excavator rental prices by type, project size, and more to budget for your project.
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Mar 18, 2026Mar 18, 2026
How Much Does Excavation Cost? [2026 Data]
Excavation costs $1,500 to $6,300 for most residential projects—but it depends on factors like the size of the area. This guide will help you plan a budget.
Rachel Presser
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May 2, 2026May 2, 2026
Who Installs Trench Drains?
Who installs trench drains? A local excavation company is best for the job, but a landscaper or plumber can also get it done. Here's how.
Jenna Jonaitis
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May 2, 2026May 2, 2026
Directional Boring vs. Trenching: Differences, Costs, and When to Use Each
Trenching is simpler and boring is best for complex properties. Learn all about boring versus trenching and when to use each.
Mary Beth Eastman
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Mar 19, 2026Mar 19, 2026
Who Do I Call if I Need to Hire Someone to Dig a Trench?
If you want to hire someone to dig a trench, choose a local excavation company. Learn why you should hire a pro for your trench and what it will cost.