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"Nicely done."

Stephen M on April 2025

Looking for reliable plumbing and drain cleaning services in Virginia? Look no further than Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Drain Service. With our full-service and emergency solutions, we are here to tackle all your plumbing needs. Contact us today for expert assistance!

"Nicely done."

Stephen M on April 2025


Southernwoods Woodworking

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Southernwoods Woodworking

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Owner operated. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Demar and his crew came in and accessed the problem and got it done in record time. I was pleased with the work. They were friendly and professional and affordable. I would highly recommend them for your electrical work."

Marylene M on July 2025

Owner operated. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Demar and his crew came in and accessed the problem and got it done in record time. I was pleased with the work. They were friendly and professional and affordable. I would highly recommend them for your electrical work."

Marylene M on July 2025



C.R.M. Services L.L.C

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C.R.M. Services L.L.C

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Residential services including but not limited to, Tree trimming, bush hogging, Light demolition, Junk removal, Light excavation, site clearing, stump removal Im an owner operator, im young and enjoy doing many different things. I want to do something so that is possible!

Residential services including but not limited to, Tree trimming, bush hogging, Light demolition, Junk removal, Light excavation, site clearing, stump removal Im an owner operator, im young and enjoy doing many different things. I want to do something so that is possible!


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Southern VA LandWorx

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Southern VA LandWorx

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6 years of experience

Southern VA LandWORX provides a number of services for your excavation and landscaping needs. If you have a project that you want done sooner rather than later then give us a call. We provide top-notch services backed by our customer satisfaction guarantee.

Southern VA LandWORX provides a number of services for your excavation and landscaping needs. If you have a project that you want done sooner rather than later then give us a call. We provide top-notch services backed by our customer satisfaction guarantee.


We are a construction company focused primarily on underground utility projects. We also do site prep, demolition, trenching,and a bunch of other general construction work.



J&R Land Management

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J&R Land Management

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We offer tree trimming, tree removal, stump removal, clean up, and land clearing! We are an all around one stop shop, with much better prices and quality than anyone else, no long waits, or outrageous amounts, call me today for a free quote!!

We offer tree trimming, tree removal, stump removal, clean up, and land clearing! We are an all around one stop shop, with much better prices and quality than anyone else, no long waits, or outrageous amounts, call me today for a free quote!!


McCord's Excavating

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McCord's Excavating

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25 years of experience

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

Most municipalities require excavation permits for any significant digging, especially if the excavation affects utilities or public property. However, permits for excavation depend on your local government and the scope of the project. Hire an experienced contractor for your excavation job so that they can be the ones to deal with permitting, not you. 

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.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

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.

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