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Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Drain Service

4.36(
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Drain Service

4.36(
58
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
75 local quotes requested
90 years of experience

Looking for reliable plumbing and drain cleaning services in Virginia? Look no further than Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Drain Service. With our full-service and emergency solutions, we are here to tackle all your plumbing needs. Contact us today for expert assistance!

"Nicely done."

Stephen M on April 2025

Looking for reliable plumbing and drain cleaning services in Virginia? Look no further than Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Drain Service. With our full-service and emergency solutions, we are here to tackle all your plumbing needs. Contact us today for expert assistance!

"Nicely done."

Stephen M on April 2025



C.R.M. Services L.L.C

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C.R.M. Services L.L.C

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Residential services including but not limited to, Tree trimming, bush hogging, Light demolition, Junk removal, Light excavation, site clearing, stump removal If you need it done we can find a way to do it! Im an owner operator, im young and enjoy doing many different things. I want to do something so that is possible!

Residential services including but not limited to, Tree trimming, bush hogging, Light demolition, Junk removal, Light excavation, site clearing, stump removal If you need it done we can find a way to do it! Im an owner operator, im young and enjoy doing many different things. I want to do something so that is possible!




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Triad Creations

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Triad Creations

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Insured and bonded * serving NC , northern SC and south VA Any construction needs available. Concrete construction Custom furniture Roofing Decks Driveways Shooter berms Land clearing Bathroom remodeling Kitchen remodeling Custom patios Custom welding Custom shooting targets Call or text for a quote! You won't find a better deal. With Triad Creations, Quality is remembered. We are versatile tradesmen that started as a welding company and an electrical contractor and from there went on to obtain a general contractor's license. Our emphasis is on exceeding the customer's project expectation, while maintaining a pleasant and comfortable work environment https://ryanfletchertc.com/ Ryan - 336-212-7968 Jon - 336-209-82058

Insured and bonded * serving NC , northern SC and south VA Any construction needs available. Concrete construction Custom furniture Roofing Decks Driveways Shooter berms Land clearing Bathroom remodeling Kitchen remodeling Custom patios Custom welding Custom shooting targets Call or text for a quote! You won't find a better deal. With Triad Creations, Quality is remembered. We are versatile tradesmen that started as a welding company and an electrical contractor and from there went on to obtain a general contractor's license. Our emphasis is on exceeding the customer's project expectation, while maintaining a pleasant and comfortable work environment https://ryanfletchertc.com/ Ryan - 336-212-7968 Jon - 336-209-82058


JCL Incorporated

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JCL Incorporated

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JCL Incorporated specializes in aerial, underground construction of many different utilities including electrical line, water lines, sprinklers, sewer and drainage, fiber optics, coaxial cables. But we also offer much more. We also install wiring through building, fiber networking, small scale grading, removal of debris, demolition and tree removal. We have been servicing Lynchburg and the surrounding areas for over 35 years with very professional and loyal employees. We will be glad to be of service to help in anyway possible.

JCL Incorporated specializes in aerial, underground construction of many different utilities including electrical line, water lines, sprinklers, sewer and drainage, fiber optics, coaxial cables. But we also offer much more. We also install wiring through building, fiber networking, small scale grading, removal of debris, demolition and tree removal. We have been servicing Lynchburg and the surrounding areas for over 35 years with very professional and loyal employees. We will be glad to be of service to help in anyway possible.


A&L Paving and Sealing

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A&L Paving and Sealing

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A&L Paving and Sealing is located in Wise, VA and serves all of the southwest Virginia area. We have been in business for 17 years and have credible references. Services including business and residential paving, sealing, parking lot striping, snow removal, lawn care, excavating and more. Free estimates are available year-round.

A&L Paving and Sealing is located in Wise, VA and serves all of the southwest Virginia area. We have been in business for 17 years and have credible references. Services including business and residential paving, sealing, parking lot striping, snow removal, lawn care, excavating and more. Free estimates are available year-round.


Mike Atkinson Inc

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Mike Atkinson Inc

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32 years of experience

Here at Mike Atkinson Inc., we take great pride in what we do and it shows in the work that we produce. With over 20 years of experience, we are masters in the demolition and excavation business. Furthermore, we specialize in pond building and road construction for the residents of Salem, Roanoke, Blacksburg and Christiansburg, VA. We are highly recommended by our previous clients who boast that our services are second to none. To preserve this prestigious reputation, we work to advance our knowledge in the industry, staying up to date with the latest in demolition and excavation technology. So, if you’re in need of premier demolition and excavation expert, give us a call today for more information. Our knowledgeable team members are happy to answer any questions that you may have.

Here at Mike Atkinson Inc., we take great pride in what we do and it shows in the work that we produce. With over 20 years of experience, we are masters in the demolition and excavation business. Furthermore, we specialize in pond building and road construction for the residents of Salem, Roanoke, Blacksburg and Christiansburg, VA. We are highly recommended by our previous clients who boast that our services are second to none. To preserve this prestigious reputation, we work to advance our knowledge in the industry, staying up to date with the latest in demolition and excavation technology. So, if you’re in need of premier demolition and excavation expert, give us a call today for more information. Our knowledgeable team members are happy to answer any questions that you may have.


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CountryScapes Landscaping Services, LLC

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CountryScapes Landscaping Services, LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

High quality landscaping business serving the triangle and surrounding counties. We specialize in grading, sod, lawn renovations, hardscapes, and just about any service you need to keep your property looking the best. We are keen to detail and enforce quality on every job, big or small. Let us make your property the best in the area.

"Owner isn’t going to complete project. Supposed to be complete mid July. Now mid September. Quality of work that is complete is excellent. Problem is nothing is 100% complete and now fence is not being considered. Owner has left equipment and tools around the job site and property obstructing property owners view and maintenance of the property"

Kurt S on September 2024

High quality landscaping business serving the triangle and surrounding counties. We specialize in grading, sod, lawn renovations, hardscapes, and just about any service you need to keep your property looking the best. We are keen to detail and enforce quality on every job, big or small. Let us make your property the best in the area.

"Owner isn’t going to complete project. Supposed to be complete mid July. Now mid September. Quality of work that is complete is excellent. Problem is nothing is 100% complete and now fence is not being considered. Owner has left equipment and tools around the job site and property obstructing property owners view and maintenance of the property"

Kurt S on September 2024

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

A perc test takes an average of around two hours, but it can range from one hour up to around six hours. Perc tests that require wider or deeper holes and those that require multiple holes dug throughout your property will take longer because there’s more excavation involved. The actual filling of the hole and monitoring to gauge the rate of percolation should take under an hour per hole.

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.

The average cost of excavation is around $3,200. Most jobs fall somewhere between $500 and $15,000, depending on the amount of soil to remove, whether or not there are landscaping features or structures in the vicinity that could complicate the excavation, and the quality and contents of the soil. Larger jobs will naturally cost more, as will those in tight spaces that demand manual excavation as opposed to using heavy machinery. Hard soil and tree roots can also extend the job and drive up your labor costs.

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