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Rick's Renovations, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Dinwiddie, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work from Rick and his team. From initial contact all the way to job completion was stellar. I requested to have Rick and his crew clear, grade and spread topsoil in order to extend my backyard and remove the huge burm left behind from the initial construction of my home in 2014. Rick was able to complete the job in less than 2 days. Now we have a backyard we’ve always wanted. I would definitely recommend Rick for any clearing and excavation projects and will be using the company for future projects. Thanks Rick and Team!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Septic Sheriff
4.7(
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Serving Dinwiddie, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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Offers commercial services

"Total Landscape transformed our community front entrance. Fantastic job! Will definitely use in the future for our HOA and personal landscaping needs! Thanks for such a great job. The front entrance has never looked better!"
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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JM Concrete LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dinwiddie, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired JM Concrete to remove an old broken sidewalk and pour a new one for the entrance to our home. They did a wonderful job. They are easy to get in touch with and good at returning phone calls. They gave us an excellent price on the job. They were professional, courteous, and worked hard. We are very pleased with the finished product. I would definitely recommend this company."
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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O Johnson Enterprises llc
5.0(
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Serving Dinwiddie, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"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."
Demolition
Demolition
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing

+2

51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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BossHogg Industries
4.9(
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Serving Dinwiddie, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They got the job done! They were very efficient. They kept the area neat, removed all waste from the property and got the job done in a timely manner."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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ROC Construction LLC
4.5(
63
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Serving Dinwiddie, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason and team removed existing and broken aggregate concrete driveway and laid down asphalt. They came on time and finished when they said they would. They had serious construction equipment that didn't never touched my house or a sprinkler head right next to the driveway. Excellent job."
Response time10 hrs
84 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Roc Construction, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Dinwiddie, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Justin Morris of Roc Construction was hired to repair my driveway. It was an exceptional experience. Mr. Morris came to my home to give me an estimate. He showed up on time, did a thorough review of what needed to be accomplished, and gave me an estimate and a time-line. On the spot. The job was accomplished and we are extremely pleased with the work. We highly recommend Roc Construction."
Hopewell Va
Hopewell Va
Driveway entrance
Driveway entrance
back portion of driveway

+17

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

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.

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.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

Above ground pools are not buried in the ground. Typically, above ground pools are semi-permanent. One reason they’re more affordable is that you don’t have to dig for an inground pool and pour concrete or another material. However, you can choose to install a semi inground pool, which is a hybrid between the two.

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