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Avatar for DJ Ware Enterprises, LLC
DJ Ware Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Goochland, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have bought 2 loads of gravel from DJ on two different occasions for our driveway. He gave us the best deal on gravel we were able to find, he delivered it the next day and spread it down our driveway evenly. On a third occasion he removed a massive stump from our side yard. Again, his quote was very reasonable, he came over that same week and the stump was out and moved where we wanted it in less than an hour. I can't recommend DJ Ware and his company highly enough."
Driveway install
Lot clearing
Curb and creek job
Retention pond
Driveway install

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Septic Sheriff
4.7(
60
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Goochland, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Scott friendly professional fair price quality work. I will use again. Good job Scott"
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Costal Land Construction
4.9(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Goochland, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I was very impressed how quickly they came out and plowed the driveway and did an excellent job. I would hire them again."
Land Clearing
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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O Johnson Enterprises llc
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Goochland, 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

52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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VP BECKNER HOTSHOT & HAULING LLC
4.1(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Goochland, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and an amazing job! Pauls communication and sense of detail was top notch. His pricing was fair, and the work far exceeded my expectations. I would recommend to anyone in the market for commercial or residential clearing, grading, demolition, forestry mulching, and excavation!"
Stamped Concrete Patio
Stamped Concrete Patio
Stamped Concrete Patio
Stamped Concrete Patio
Stamped Concrete Patio

+10

Response time1 day
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ROC Construction LLC
4.5(
63
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Goochland, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Justin Morris of ROC Construction was very knowledgable, nice and considerate. He did an excellent job not just installing the driveway but also keeping us informed about when he'd be coming by. Both my husband and I are very satisfied with the work done."
Response time10 hrs
78 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Bevan's Landscaping
4.6(
37
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Goochland, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

"Bevan's Landscaping installed a driveway of pavers for us. Their work was fantastic! Chris and his dad were great to work with. We would highly recommend them!"
Recommended by61%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 Goochland, 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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

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.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

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