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BossHogg Industries

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BossHogg Industries

4.89(
52
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer demolition and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Bosshogg did a great job demolishing my 12x20 shed that had been hit by a tree. They finished the job and cleaned up the site quickly! Would highly recommend! Thanks "

Wayne S on September 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer demolition and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Bosshogg did a great job demolishing my 12x20 shed that had been hit by a tree. They finished the job and cleaned up the site quickly! Would highly recommend! Thanks "

Wayne S on September 2025


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JM Concrete LLC

5.00(
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JM Concrete LLC

5.00(
13
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to JM Concrete. We are the premier professional home improvement company in Virginia. We offer the highest quality and most attentive customer service. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Whether your project involves minor repairs or series of projects, we are glad to be your number one choice. Please call us today to schedule your appointment!

"Juan and his crew did an amazing job! From start to finish I had no problems! Juan was professional, on time, honest, and extremely knowledgeable! Juan helped with great suggestions after describing my idea to him during the free estimate. He communicated when the rain storms kept delaying my project and didn't try to start the job knowing a bad storm was on the way. He cares more about the final outcome than just getting the job done. Juan and his crew are meticulous! They paid attention to every detail. He pitched my driveway just right! No more puddles and I absolutely love the final outcome! I will definitely use JM Concrete LLC for another project and highly recommend them!"

K S on September 2025

Welcome to JM Concrete. We are the premier professional home improvement company in Virginia. We offer the highest quality and most attentive customer service. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Whether your project involves minor repairs or series of projects, we are glad to be your number one choice. Please call us today to schedule your appointment!

"Juan and his crew did an amazing job! From start to finish I had no problems! Juan was professional, on time, honest, and extremely knowledgeable! Juan helped with great suggestions after describing my idea to him during the free estimate. He communicated when the rain storms kept delaying my project and didn't try to start the job knowing a bad storm was on the way. He cares more about the final outcome than just getting the job done. Juan and his crew are meticulous! They paid attention to every detail. He pitched my driveway just right! No more puddles and I absolutely love the final outcome! I will definitely use JM Concrete LLC for another project and highly recommend them!"

K S on September 2025


Rick's Renovations, Inc.

5.00(
11
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Rick's Renovations, Inc.

5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Class A Contractor, Builder servicing the entire Richmond metro area. We are in the process of expanding the excavation side of our business. Digging footings, driveway repairs, leveling areas, site prep, minor tree removal, ditching, soil stripping, are all services offered.

"The job was done very well. I am completely satisfied with the work and the professional manner it was preformed. I would hire this contractor in the f."

Bertram B on November 2025

Class A Contractor, Builder servicing the entire Richmond metro area. We are in the process of expanding the excavation side of our business. Digging footings, driveway repairs, leveling areas, site prep, minor tree removal, ditching, soil stripping, are all services offered.

"The job was done very well. I am completely satisfied with the work and the professional manner it was preformed. I would hire this contractor in the f."

Bertram B on November 2025


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VP BECKNER HOTSHOT & HAULING LLC

5.00(
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VP BECKNER HOTSHOT & HAULING LLC

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

VP Beckner Hauling, LLC, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Vp beckner did an amazing job on grading my yard. I would definitely hire him again on any future projects."

Dwayne W on May 2025

VP Beckner Hauling, LLC, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Vp beckner did an amazing job on grading my yard. I would definitely hire him again on any future projects."

Dwayne W on May 2025


O Johnson Enterprises llc

5.00(
3
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O Johnson Enterprises llc

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We specialize in demolition, land clearing, driveways and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won?t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"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."

Lavern G on December 2025

We specialize in demolition, land clearing, driveways and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won?t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"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."

Lavern G on December 2025


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Serve You Group

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Serve You Group

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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!


Shook Construction, LLC

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Shook Construction, LLC

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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

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!


"I would highly recommend Nash Contracting, the replacement retaining wall was a huge undertaking and the finished project looks incredible. Reid removed the old fence and replaced, and removed an old garage/shed."

Paul S on August 2020

Virginia Railing and Gates serves the Richmond and surrounding areas as a custom metal fabricator that specializes in railings, gates, and fences.

"I would highly recommend Nash Contracting, the replacement retaining wall was a huge undertaking and the finished project looks incredible. Reid removed the old fence and replaced, and removed an old garage/shed."

Paul S on August 2020


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A W MASONRY & RESTORATION

4.93(
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A W MASONRY & RESTORATION

4.93(
121
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

A.W. Masonry And Restoration is a Richmond, VA masonry company that builds magnificent structures. From restoring historical buildings to constructing new business signs, we are the answer. When you need quality installation or repair work, look no further than A.W. Masonry And Restoration. As a skilled, licensed, and insured masonry contractor in Richmond, A.W. Masonry And Restoration is at your service for projects large and small. From quick household fixes to major property renovations, A.W. Masonry And Restoration provides thorough, efficient service every step of the way. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the end results.

"I cannot rave enough about AW Masonry! The owner, Alan, is the best! His work is top notch! Alan and his workers are extremely professional, efficient, and friendly. I highly recommend AW Masonry & Restoration!"

Jill D on October 2024

A.W. Masonry And Restoration is a Richmond, VA masonry company that builds magnificent structures. From restoring historical buildings to constructing new business signs, we are the answer. When you need quality installation or repair work, look no further than A.W. Masonry And Restoration. As a skilled, licensed, and insured masonry contractor in Richmond, A.W. Masonry And Restoration is at your service for projects large and small. From quick household fixes to major property renovations, A.W. Masonry And Restoration provides thorough, efficient service every step of the way. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the end results.

"I cannot rave enough about AW Masonry! The owner, Alan, is the best! His work is top notch! Alan and his workers are extremely professional, efficient, and friendly. I highly recommend AW Masonry & Restoration!"

Jill D on October 2024


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Underground Services First

4.89(
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Underground Services First

4.89(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1995 and with over 35 years’ experience, we continue to build our reputation of trust and reliability. Join our list of satisfied customers and experience unparalleled professionalism and superior customer service. Additional DBA - Construction Specialists Inc. Additional email - [email protected]. Award winning.

Since 1995 and with over 35 years’ experience, we continue to build our reputation of trust and reliability. Join our list of satisfied customers and experience unparalleled professionalism and superior customer service. Additional DBA - Construction Specialists Inc. Additional email - [email protected]. Award winning.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

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.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

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