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O Johnson Enterprises llc
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

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."
Demolition
Demolition
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing

+2

31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
Shook Construction, LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Franklin, 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

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Russell's & American Mechanical
4.3(
160
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Franklin, 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."
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Recommended by85%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 Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It was good. There were certain things that weren't covered under the plan. I'm not sure if they cut the bushes down in the back around the fence. I had to pay extra for that. They should try get me to know the schedule so I know when they're coming and when they're not coming. Other than that, it takes time to get the workers together. I like Patrick and he's the owner. The thing in the firepit was included with the mulch but he said I had to pay for the materials."
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 Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Initially, he seemed like he was very very knowledgeable, very friendly and gave us thoughts that he knew what he was doing. They arrived on time. They're very good. The crew was pretty quick and efficient. One problem I had was they didn't come with enough materials. They had to reschedule for a completion of some. There were some minor issues that we ran into. They were supposed to paint the chimney cap and never actually did that. It's not a big deal but the other thing was the warranty and we kind of had a fight with them for the warranty to actually be processed. The warranty was the big thing and it was a lifetime warranty and I guess there were personal things that came up. It was just basically what I've learned late, but it took us probably eight months to get the warranty to be processed. That was my biggest concern, but the warranty company ensures me that everything is good even though the paperwork has the wrong number on there and I am assuming that's because they had the wrong number initially which is why they didn't have enough material.

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Charcoal GAF High Definition Shingle
Vent Ridge Installation
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Hollywood Welding & Fabrication
4.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Franklin, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They were promt,professional, and knowledgeable. They also finished in a timely manner and cleaned up behind themselves I would definitely use them again for future home repairs."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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 Franklin, 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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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

The cost to drill a well varies, with a national average of around $5,500 for a 150-foot well. However, prices can fluctuate significantly based on several factors, including your location, the required well depth, geological conditions, local regulations, and the specific drilling methods used. For the most accurate cost assessment, it is best to research and get quotes from local well-drilling professionals in your area.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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. 

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