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Last update on March 13, 2026
Serving Gretna, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 1973
Free estimates
Thank you for choosing H.C. Shively Jr. Excavating, we pride ourselves on having served the Virginia area for over 30 years giving our customers the best service and pricing around. Call today!!
Serving Gretna, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Sylvester is easy to work with -- we work a lot with their crew and will continue to in the future. It's a pleasure to work with them."
Serving Gretna, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Did an excellent job for me, I had lots of work done and PLD is fast, knowledgeable, courteous, and affordable. ð ¯% would hire them again!!!"
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Serving Gretna, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 2022
Free estimates
"My name is Michael Williams and resident near job behind Royal Farm in bedford. I'm a experienced operator, and have been a MEP Supervisor with trade knowledge for years. Healthy and curious if needed any help. I've been a Maintenance coordinator for nursing homes for a few years and would like to get back to just work. Know how to read prints and schedule things in order. If interested call or text and I could come back by this week. 540 874 0520"
Serving Gretna, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"He did a great job, he finish in timely manner, and everything is correct"
Serving Gretna, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
John Dooley Excavating is your local excavation contractor. We also specialize in septic tank systems cleaning, inspection, and installation. We provide all kinds of excavation projects including land cleaning, grading and much more. Each project is unique and custom tailored to your specific needs.
Serving Gretna, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Bolt Excavating, has the equipment and knowledge, to do your excavation job efficiently and safely. As the owner, Phillip Bolt, will be on your job site, running the equipment and making sure the job gets done right. Bolt Excavating, has both large and small equipment. We can coordinate with other contractors, to get the job timed right so everyone is happy.
Serving Gretna, VA and surrounding areas
"Ive had my driveway "fixed" by a couple of different companies over the years and it never lasted — washouts, ruts, standing water, the same problems creeping back within a season. Apex Earthworks actually diagnosed why it kept failing instead of just patching the surface again. They regraded it properly and addressed the drainage, not just the driveway itself. It's been solid through everything since, no ruts, no washouts, no puddles. What stood out most was that Gaige and his Crew clearly know what they're doing — this isn't guesswork, it's actual expertise in grading and drainage. They showed up when they said they would, and cleaned up the site when they were done. After years of paying other people to "fix" my driveway, it's a relief to have it actually done right the first time. I will recommend Apex Earthworks to everyone!! Thank you Gaige!! Your professionalism speaks volumes!!"
Serving Gretna, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 2013
Free estimates
With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your excavation needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!
Serving Gretna, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very professional company. I would highly recommend them for any project that needs high quality work done"
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