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Southern Plumbing of Virginia

4.71(
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Southern Plumbing of Virginia

4.71(
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Customers say: True professional
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our professional plumbers have over 35 years of experience. With a background like that, you can trust that we have the skills needed to get the job done right the first time. We strive to provide excellent customer service and top-quality workmanship. We're licensed, bonded, insured and ready to take on your job. Call us now at 804-749-0303 to schedule the plumbing services you need.

"Drains cleared"

Alain P on August 2025

Our professional plumbers have over 35 years of experience. With a background like that, you can trust that we have the skills needed to get the job done right the first time. We strive to provide excellent customer service and top-quality workmanship. We're licensed, bonded, insured and ready to take on your job. Call us now at 804-749-0303 to schedule the plumbing services you need.

"Drains cleared"

Alain P on August 2025


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JM Concrete LLC

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JM Concrete LLC

5.00(
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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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Pollard Environmental, LLC

4.56(
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Pollard Environmental, LLC

4.56(
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Customers say: Quality work
15 local quotes requested
27 years of experience

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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Serve You Group

New on AngiNew on Angi
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Serve You Group

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
1298 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

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!


Hollomans Lawn Service LLC

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Hollomans Lawn Service LLC

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6 years of experience

Hollomans lawn service is a small locally owned business that serves the greater Richmond area in lawn and landscape work! We have the greatest attention to detail in every project big or small. Our services include -lawncare -grading -gravel -mulch -forestry mulching -small clearing -pasture management -leaf removal Contact NICK for a FREE QUOTE 804-908-3892

Hollomans lawn service is a small locally owned business that serves the greater Richmond area in lawn and landscape work! We have the greatest attention to detail in every project big or small. Our services include -lawncare -grading -gravel -mulch -forestry mulching -small clearing -pasture management -leaf removal Contact NICK for a FREE QUOTE 804-908-3892




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Howlett Construction, LLC.

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Howlett Construction, LLC.

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2 years of experience

We offer exclusive septic system and drainfield repair services to our clients at a high quality and value. Septic or drainfield services can include: septic pump installations or repairs/replacement, distribution box repair or replacement, header line repair and replacement, surge box replacement or repair, inspection and resolution to a septic alarm sounding, mechanical component replacements and repairs such as septic pump tank floats, septic pump, alarm/alert, septic pump lines repair and replacement, surge box repair and replacement. We are also able to offer skilled excavation services to include hole excavation, trench excavation, foundation excavation, basement excavation, grading (leveling/re-sloping), gravel driveway installation, gravel driveway repair, gravel driveway grading, site pad grading, drainage installation, French drain installation, grading for better property drainage, and erosion control to include rip-rap installation, silt fences, and land and lot clearing.

We offer exclusive septic system and drainfield repair services to our clients at a high quality and value. Septic or drainfield services can include: septic pump installations or repairs/replacement, distribution box repair or replacement, header line repair and replacement, surge box replacement or repair, inspection and resolution to a septic alarm sounding, mechanical component replacements and repairs such as septic pump tank floats, septic pump, alarm/alert, septic pump lines repair and replacement, surge box repair and replacement. We are also able to offer skilled excavation services to include hole excavation, trench excavation, foundation excavation, basement excavation, grading (leveling/re-sloping), gravel driveway installation, gravel driveway repair, gravel driveway grading, site pad grading, drainage installation, French drain installation, grading for better property drainage, and erosion control to include rip-rap installation, silt fences, and land and lot clearing.



CB Commercial

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CB Commercial

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Land clearing Grading Hauling (Gravel, Dirt, Brush, Etc.) Asphalt removal and replacement; repair Hydro seeding

Land clearing Grading Hauling (Gravel, Dirt, Brush, Etc.) Asphalt removal and replacement; repair Hydro seeding

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

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.  

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

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