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John Dooley Excavating
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, 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.

Response time2 hrs
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Good Groundworks
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

We specialize in providing professional excavation services that are reliable, efficient, and tailored to meet your project needs. With a commitment to quality and safety, Good Groundworks is your trusted partner in Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Nukumers Logistics, LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Lexington, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

At Nukumers logistics, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work that customers can believe in. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business and working with you!

Response time6 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Hawkins Creek Construction
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Lexington, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Credit card accepted

At Hawkins Creek Construction, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business!\n\n\n

Tom Murray Landscape Services
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

I've worked in this field over twenty years! I'm a licensed contractor, and a master gardener! I also specialize in drainage, driveways, play areas, irrigation, trees and shrubs. Call today, to make your home the home you've dreamt of! My expertise shines through my work! We're here to serve you, and your ideas are welcome!

Recommended by14%of homeowners
Robert E Shepherd III
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Shephard Tree Service! With over 12 years in the business we take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

Dream Landscaping & Lawn Care, Inc.
New to Angi
Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lexington, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

The rules and regulations regarding groundwater use vary between states. To find out if you can dig a well on your property, you’ll have to consult these regulations, address any compliance requirements, and get the appropriate permits. It’s also important to check that your intended location has the right geology and water table to support a well.

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.

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