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Gabriel & Gail Better Business
3.6(
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Serving Richlands, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Initially, he seemed like he was very very knowledgeable, very friendly and gave us thoughts that he knew what he was doing. They arrived on time. They're very good. The crew was pretty quick and efficient. One problem I had was they didn't come with enough materials. They had to reschedule for a completion of some. There were some minor issues that we ran into. They were supposed to paint the chimney cap and never actually did that. It's not a big deal but the other thing was the warranty and we kind of had a fight with them for the warranty to actually be processed. The warranty was the big thing and it was a lifetime warranty and I guess there were personal things that came up. It was just basically what I've learned late, but it took us probably eight months to get the warranty to be processed. That was my biggest concern, but the warranty company ensures me that everything is good even though the paperwork has the wrong number on there and I am assuming that's because they had the wrong number initially which is why they didn't have enough material.

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Charcoal GAF High Definition Shingle
Vent Ridge Installation
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Rock solid construction III llc
5.0(
2
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Serving Richlands, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Guy stayed until the job was completed, he dug out and leveled the ground for a garage. Laid in 25 ton of gravel and poured the concrete. I must say when the concrete was poured he was here until he was satisfied with the job."
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Drit work/land clearing
Drit work/land clearing
Drit work/land clearing
Drit work/land clearing

+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
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Christopher Plumbing
3.7(
3
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Serving Richlands, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

"Christopher is excellent and has very fair prices - he goes out of his way to keep the final price in the homeowners budget. He is always there when you need him, whether it's at night or on the weekend. He's also a master plumber that does excellent work and is very friendly and easy to get along with. Christopher is able to come up with a solution to very complicated problems. We would highly recommend Christopher to anyone."
Recommended by66%of homeowners
C&C land clearing and excavation
New to Angi

Serving Richlands, VA and surrounding areas

With over 10 years of experience, C&C Land Clearing and Excavation is your go-to contractor for excavation, trenching, and drainage solutions in the Tri Cities and western North Carolina area . We understand the importance of building a solid foundation and offer expert land clearing and dirt work to set your project up for success. We are known for our responsiveness, fair pricing, and high-quality results. Your site will be handled with care and precision.

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Ameri-Con Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Richlands, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

\n“Professional excavation services with a focus on quality, safety, and reliability. We specialize in site preparation, grading, trenching, land clearing, drainage solutions, and foundation excavation. We take pride in delivering efficient work, clear communication, and dependable service to get your project done right the first time.”

Black Diamond Excavation Crew LLC
New to Angi

Serving Richlands, VA and surrounding areas

Black Diamond Excavation Crew LLC is a trusted, locally operated excavation company proudly serving Pike County, Kentucky, and surrounding areas, including Floyd, Martin, Mingo, and Logan counties. With over 100 years of combined heavy equipment operating experience, our team delivers dependable, high-quality results on every project.\n\nWe specialize in a wide range of services including site preparation, demolition, land clearing, trenching, grading, drainage solutions, ditching, gravel driveway installation, house pad preparation, and complete jobsite cleanup. Whether you’re starting new construction, improving your property, or removing unwanted structures, we have the equipment and expertise to handle the job efficiently and safely.\n\nAt Black Diamond Excavation Crew LLC, we take pride in honest communication, reliable scheduling, and treating every property with respect. No job is too big or too small — we’re committed to getting it done right the first time.\n\nContact @ 304-928-3478

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

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.

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.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

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