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Avatar for Wandless Excavating and Lawn Care
Wandless Excavating and Lawn Care
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clifton Forge, VA and surrounding areas

"Made the yard look great! Did a lot of clean up in the front beds and the leaves throughout the yard. Will definitely hire again!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Walker Boy Landscaping LLC
4.0(
78
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clifton Forge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"THERE WERE NO RESULTS UNTIL THE SPRING-- I COULD SEE A DIFFERENCE & OVERALL WAS PLEASED
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Rock Wall Installations
Stripes
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Gabriel & Gail Better Business
3.6(
33
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clifton Forge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a fair job, but it wasn't perfect.  They were professional, and they cleaned up well.  In addition, their price was good."
Charcoal GAF High Definition Shingle
Vent Ridge Installation
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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One Day At A Time
4.3(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clifton Forge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tom responded to my call within 2 hours, set an inspection date, was prompt, gave an estimate and did everything in timely manner. He was very nice, very helpful and I will use him again."
Deck
this was a room remodel
A hard wood floor and tile
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Bud Hypes Plumbing & Sewer Service
3.9(
28
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clifton Forge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Came to door and introduced himself and came in and started to work, was nice and easy to talk to, performed work and thanked us and left."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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John Dooley Excavating
1.3(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Clifton Forge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

John Dooley Excavating is your local excavation contractor. We also specialize in septic tank systems cleaning, inspection, and installation. We provide all kinds of excavation projects including land cleaning, grading and much more. Each project is unique and custom tailored to your specific needs.

Response time2 hrs
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Christopher Plumbing
3.7(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Clifton Forge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

"Christopher is excellent and has very fair prices - he goes out of his way to keep the final price in the homeowners budget. He is always there when you need him, whether it's at night or on the weekend. He's also a master plumber that does excellent work and is very friendly and easy to get along with. Christopher is able to come up with a solution to very complicated problems. We would highly recommend Christopher to anyone."
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Good Groundworks
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Clifton Forge, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

We specialize in providing professional excavation services that are reliable, efficient, and tailored to meet your project needs. With a commitment to quality and safety, Good Groundworks is your trusted partner in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

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Tom Murray Landscape Services
2.5(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clifton Forge, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

I've worked in this field over twenty years! I'm a licensed contractor, and a master gardener! I also specialize in drainage, driveways, play areas, irrigation, trees and shrubs. Call today, to make your home the home you've dreamt of! My expertise shines through my work! We're here to serve you, and your ideas are welcome!

Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

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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