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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
5 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


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ROC Construction LLC

4.85(
55
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ROC Construction LLC

4.85(
55
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

We provide fast and professional service. We have a vast line of services, that we provide; asphalt paving, concrete construction, excavating, demolition, hauling, grading, topsoil, fill dirt, gravel delivery, complete sod (Fescue, Zoysia, or Bermuda) ,seeding (Fescue or Bermuda), landscaping services and site work. We provide expert service for commercial, residential and industrial clients. We always strive to do a Class A job and take pride in our work. We always show up on time and do the job exactly right. Roc Construction's, owner, Mr. Morris, is a Virginia Tech grad with a B.S. in Civil Engineering. So if you have a tough project, that requires someone with knowledge and skills to complete the project, Mr. Morris can approach the project from a engineers point of view and turn your dream into a reality!

"From quote to job complete in 48 hours. Very professional and well organized-quality work. Would hire again"

Mark D on April 2025

We provide fast and professional service. We have a vast line of services, that we provide; asphalt paving, concrete construction, excavating, demolition, hauling, grading, topsoil, fill dirt, gravel delivery, complete sod (Fescue, Zoysia, or Bermuda) ,seeding (Fescue or Bermuda), landscaping services and site work. We provide expert service for commercial, residential and industrial clients. We always strive to do a Class A job and take pride in our work. We always show up on time and do the job exactly right. Roc Construction's, owner, Mr. Morris, is a Virginia Tech grad with a B.S. in Civil Engineering. So if you have a tough project, that requires someone with knowledge and skills to complete the project, Mr. Morris can approach the project from a engineers point of view and turn your dream into a reality!

"From quote to job complete in 48 hours. Very professional and well organized-quality work. Would hire again"

Mark D on April 2025


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DJ Ware Enterprises, LLC

5.00(
10
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DJ Ware Enterprises, LLC

5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
19 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a small excavation and hauling company. We specialize in erosion control, land clearing, fine grading, new driveway install and repair, and etc. We are a smaller company so we strive to go above and beyond on our work and to offer affordable pricing.

"He did a great job In a timely manner very professional. If I had to have anything like that done again, I would give it to him And refer him to my friend."

Bobby S on August 2025

We are a small excavation and hauling company. We specialize in erosion control, land clearing, fine grading, new driveway install and repair, and etc. We are a smaller company so we strive to go above and beyond on our work and to offer affordable pricing.

"He did a great job In a timely manner very professional. If I had to have anything like that done again, I would give it to him And refer him to my friend."

Bobby S on August 2025


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Montpelier Grading Services, LLC

4.81(
29
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Montpelier Grading Services, LLC

4.81(
29
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

Here at Montpelier Grading Services, LLC, we provide a full suite of dirt work, clearing, landscaping and maintenance. We are locally owned and based in Montpelier, Virginia. We work with homeowners, homeowners associations, business owners, landscape architects, and general contractors. We do both residential and commercial work. We welcome projects of any size. There is no project for us is too small! Call us with any inquiry.

"We have used John and his team for two projects at our home. Road grading and gutter drains. They are affordable and do great work! We will be using them for future projects on our property. Charles and Lisa B."

Charles B on November 2025

Here at Montpelier Grading Services, LLC, we provide a full suite of dirt work, clearing, landscaping and maintenance. We are locally owned and based in Montpelier, Virginia. We work with homeowners, homeowners associations, business owners, landscape architects, and general contractors. We do both residential and commercial work. We welcome projects of any size. There is no project for us is too small! Call us with any inquiry.

"We have used John and his team for two projects at our home. Road grading and gutter drains. They are affordable and do great work! We will be using them for future projects on our property. Charles and Lisa B."

Charles B on November 2025


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Pollard Environmental, LLC

4.56(
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Pollard Environmental, LLC

4.56(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
27 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Founded in 1998, Pollard Environmental, LLC has helped over 5,000 clients with issues regarding their petroleum storage tanks. We have earned a reputation for technical competence and excellent service. Our company mission is to contribute to the responsible handling and storage of petroleum products in Virginia, thereby protecting property and reducing the amount and impact of petroleum released to the environment. We strive to accomplish this mission by providing: Education for real estate professionals and others on the considerations and responsibilities associated with petroleum storage tanks; Environmental liability consultation services regarding petroleum tanks; leakage testing of underground petroleum tanks and cost effective solutions including financial assistance where applicable to properly address leaking or abandoned tanks to minimize risk to property and human health.

"I sent an email for someone to call me about getting my oil tank removed. NO ONE EVER CONTACTED ME"

Donna H on June 2023

Founded in 1998, Pollard Environmental, LLC has helped over 5,000 clients with issues regarding their petroleum storage tanks. We have earned a reputation for technical competence and excellent service. Our company mission is to contribute to the responsible handling and storage of petroleum products in Virginia, thereby protecting property and reducing the amount and impact of petroleum released to the environment. We strive to accomplish this mission by providing: Education for real estate professionals and others on the considerations and responsibilities associated with petroleum storage tanks; Environmental liability consultation services regarding petroleum tanks; leakage testing of underground petroleum tanks and cost effective solutions including financial assistance where applicable to properly address leaking or abandoned tanks to minimize risk to property and human health.

"I sent an email for someone to call me about getting my oil tank removed. NO ONE EVER CONTACTED ME"

Donna H on June 2023


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Legacy Earth and Arbor

5.00(
3
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Legacy Earth and Arbor

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Legacy Earth and Arbor is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"The owner was easy to work with… the job was done in a timely fashion and the work was excellent!! I’d highly recommend!!"

Steffani P on November 2025

Legacy Earth and Arbor is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"The owner was easy to work with… the job was done in a timely fashion and the work was excellent!! I’d highly recommend!!"

Steffani P on November 2025


O Johnson Enterprises llc

5.00(
2
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O Johnson Enterprises llc

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

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!

"Work done was done in a timely manner . Done as agreed upon . Very Professional results , Great individual to talk to , listens and has the property owners satisfaction , at high degree. Fortunate to have had him recommended to me ."

John H on February 2024

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!

"Work done was done in a timely manner . Done as agreed upon . Very Professional results , Great individual to talk to , listens and has the property owners satisfaction , at high degree. Fortunate to have had him recommended to me ."

John H on February 2024


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Serve You Group

New on AngiNew on Angi
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Serve You Group

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
4 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!


Cisco's Construction

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Cisco's Construction

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Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 15 years experience in the business, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete each project to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a project unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service. Call today!

With 15 years experience in the business, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete each project to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a project unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service. Call today!


"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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

It takes two to three hours to trench 100 feet with a mechanical trencher or 10 to 12 hours if digging with a shovel. The total time to dig a trench depends on the depth, width, soil type, terrain, trencher type, and your level of experience. Digging in clay or rocky soil takes longer than soft ground.  

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

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