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Southernwoods Woodworking

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Southernwoods Woodworking

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2010 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

SOUTHERNWOODS WOODWORKING is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 16 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our 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!

SOUTHERNWOODS WOODWORKING is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 16 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our 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!

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'58 Foundations & Waterproofing

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'58 Foundations & Waterproofing

4.60(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

For more than 60 years, ’58 Foundations has provided the highest-quality basement waterproofing, crawlspace encapsulation, radon mitigation, mold removal and foundation repair solutions for homes and commercial properties. We lead with a promise of Trusted Five-Star Service, which means the customer experience is at the center of everything we do. Since 1958, we have been steadfast in keeping this promise and in upholding the values on which '58 Foundations was built: trust, teamwork, integrity, respect and communication. This comes across in all that we do: from the initial call to job completion, our customers are met with a knowledgeable, caring, and professional staff prepared to offer a five-star experience that is unmatched in the home repair industry.

"Excellent: spotless, top-notch quality work."

DANNA F on June 2018

For more than 60 years, ’58 Foundations has provided the highest-quality basement waterproofing, crawlspace encapsulation, radon mitigation, mold removal and foundation repair solutions for homes and commercial properties. We lead with a promise of Trusted Five-Star Service, which means the customer experience is at the center of everything we do. Since 1958, we have been steadfast in keeping this promise and in upholding the values on which '58 Foundations was built: trust, teamwork, integrity, respect and communication. This comes across in all that we do: from the initial call to job completion, our customers are met with a knowledgeable, caring, and professional staff prepared to offer a five-star experience that is unmatched in the home repair industry.

"Excellent: spotless, top-notch quality work."

DANNA F on June 2018

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Williams Brothers Tree & Lawn Service

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Williams Brothers Tree & Lawn Service

4.78(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Williams Brothers is a family owned & operated tree, lawn, and landscape company serving the greater Augusta County area. We are an Accredited Tree Care Company (Tree Care Industry Association-TCIA) and employ certified arborists. We also employ trained staff holding certifications in arboriculture, horticulture, pesticide and landscape design.

"The Williams Brothers Tree & Lawn Service team were great! My mother had a large dead tree in her back yard that she was worried it could hit the house if it came down in a storm. The crew drove the truck into the fenced dog area, missed the drainspouts, trimmed the tree up, listened to my mother's concerns, etc. They were so professional and friendly. She said the main guy in the bucket who did the tree topping was a 'master' at how he went about it. Very impressed. The other guys that came to help also cleared away any trace of mess, raked, and when they left they shut the farm gate on the dog's fence as well as took the time to replace the log-barricades we use to keep the dogs from crawling under the gate. Super guys, extremely fair price. Was really nice to find a company like them in the area."

Jenny J on June 2020

Williams Brothers is a family owned & operated tree, lawn, and landscape company serving the greater Augusta County area. We are an Accredited Tree Care Company (Tree Care Industry Association-TCIA) and employ certified arborists. We also employ trained staff holding certifications in arboriculture, horticulture, pesticide and landscape design.

"The Williams Brothers Tree & Lawn Service team were great! My mother had a large dead tree in her back yard that she was worried it could hit the house if it came down in a storm. The crew drove the truck into the fenced dog area, missed the drainspouts, trimmed the tree up, listened to my mother's concerns, etc. They were so professional and friendly. She said the main guy in the bucket who did the tree topping was a 'master' at how he went about it. Very impressed. The other guys that came to help also cleared away any trace of mess, raked, and when they left they shut the farm gate on the dog's fence as well as took the time to replace the log-barricades we use to keep the dogs from crawling under the gate. Super guys, extremely fair price. Was really nice to find a company like them in the area."

Jenny J on June 2020

Seal-Tite Basement Waterproofing Co

4.41(
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Seal-Tite Basement Waterproofing Co

4.41(
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Customers say: Super punctual
1972 years of experience

We are a full service basement, crawl space and foundation repair contractor. Rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau we have repaired over 40,000 homes and structures in Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee, and North Carolina over the past 40 years. We are fully insured and licensed. Angie's List members receive a free consultation and inspection. We have worked in all types of locations, including residential and commercial locations, government agencies, colleges, hospitals, churches, and condo associations. We provide a lifetime transferable warranty, carry a Class A Contractor's License and we're fully insured.

"Should be called "Steal-tite". Company came out to give estimate in MAY 2019. Said they couldn't do the job until December, but we weren't having any leaks by June, so we went ahead and signed contract, sent in $800 deposit. Well, we ended up buying another house and decided not to have the work done. This was about October. Tried to call Seal-tite several times, always get the "answering service" and they never call back. Finally found the card of the engineer who quoted our estimate, Curt Giantonio. He said too bad so sad for our deposit, and that we had no recourse to get the money back. I realize the contract said the deposit was non-refundable. But the company could have been courteous, understood the situation, and refund my deposit even though legally they don't have to. Instead they've chosen to keep my money for zero services rendered. I could understand them keeping a portion to cover the travel costs of the engineer who came on site to give the estimate, but there's no way that is anywhere near $800. Greedy company that obviously doesn't care about people."

Jared S on February 2020

We are a full service basement, crawl space and foundation repair contractor. Rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau we have repaired over 40,000 homes and structures in Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee, and North Carolina over the past 40 years. We are fully insured and licensed. Angie's List members receive a free consultation and inspection. We have worked in all types of locations, including residential and commercial locations, government agencies, colleges, hospitals, churches, and condo associations. We provide a lifetime transferable warranty, carry a Class A Contractor's License and we're fully insured.

"Should be called "Steal-tite". Company came out to give estimate in MAY 2019. Said they couldn't do the job until December, but we weren't having any leaks by June, so we went ahead and signed contract, sent in $800 deposit. Well, we ended up buying another house and decided not to have the work done. This was about October. Tried to call Seal-tite several times, always get the "answering service" and they never call back. Finally found the card of the engineer who quoted our estimate, Curt Giantonio. He said too bad so sad for our deposit, and that we had no recourse to get the money back. I realize the contract said the deposit was non-refundable. But the company could have been courteous, understood the situation, and refund my deposit even though legally they don't have to. Instead they've chosen to keep my money for zero services rendered. I could understand them keeping a portion to cover the travel costs of the engineer who came on site to give the estimate, but there's no way that is anywhere near $800. Greedy company that obviously doesn't care about people."

Jared S on February 2020

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Black Dog Landscapes

5.00(
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Black Dog Landscapes

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Black Dog Landscapes is a fully insured and licensed landscape construction firm located in Lynchburg, Va. We are a project based company specializing in the construction and installation of gravel, concrete, or paver driveways, walkways, and patios. We also focus on installation of segmental block, timber, and boulder retaining walls and staircases. Some of our landscaping services include leaf removal, mulching, snow services, and plantings.

"I can’t recommend this business enough! They were professional, on time and reasonably priced. I would certainly call them first if I need any moving or hauling done."

Mrs. S on April 2020

Black Dog Landscapes is a fully insured and licensed landscape construction firm located in Lynchburg, Va. We are a project based company specializing in the construction and installation of gravel, concrete, or paver driveways, walkways, and patios. We also focus on installation of segmental block, timber, and boulder retaining walls and staircases. Some of our landscaping services include leaf removal, mulching, snow services, and plantings.

"I can’t recommend this business enough! They were professional, on time and reasonably priced. I would certainly call them first if I need any moving or hauling done."

Mrs. S on April 2020

CUT-RATE SEPTIC TANK SVC

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CUT-RATE SEPTIC TANK SVC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

This is a family owned and operated business in this area since 1968. We have good equipment and most of all people that can operate that equipment and get you back in service fast.

"Arrived on time. Advised on other issues needing attention. Will be using them again in the near future."

Cheryl B on January 2018

This is a family owned and operated business in this area since 1968. We have good equipment and most of all people that can operate that equipment and get you back in service fast.

"Arrived on time. Advised on other issues needing attention. Will be using them again in the near future."

Cheryl B on January 2018

Martin Services of Roanoke, Inc.

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Martin Services of Roanoke, Inc.

4.85(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

For fastest response, please call (540) 520-7681. Full service general contractor, residential and commercial. No job too small.

"Job evaluated in September, 2020, but work not done until January, 2021, and then only after several phone calls from him telling us why he couldn't come sooner."

Jan L on February 2021

For fastest response, please call (540) 520-7681. Full service general contractor, residential and commercial. No job too small.

"Job evaluated in September, 2020, but work not done until January, 2021, and then only after several phone calls from him telling us why he couldn't come sooner."

Jan L on February 2021

SCOTT'S MULCH & MORE

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SCOTT'S MULCH & MORE

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
2002 years of experience

We sell landscape materials for your yard or business. Many different types of mulch, landscape stone, driveway stone and top soil. We also sell Versa-lok retaining walls and pavers for your outdoor patio or kitchen.

We sell landscape materials for your yard or business. Many different types of mulch, landscape stone, driveway stone and top soil. We also sell Versa-lok retaining walls and pavers for your outdoor patio or kitchen.

TAYLOR'S SEPTIC SVC

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TAYLOR'S SEPTIC SVC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have been in business since 1996 and we are family owned. We accept checks, cash, money orders and all major credit cards. Payment is expected at the time of service.

"Did the job as requested. Very helpful in explaining to us do's and don'ts of maintaining the septic system."

Robert and Brenda B on March 2018

We have been in business since 1996 and we are family owned. We accept checks, cash, money orders and all major credit cards. Payment is expected at the time of service.

"Did the job as requested. Very helpful in explaining to us do's and don'ts of maintaining the septic system."

Robert and Brenda B on March 2018

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

This depends on your location. Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep. People in colder climates will have deeper sewer lines than people in warmer climates due to the dangers of the frost line and freezing pipes. Permits are required for all aspects of septic system installation, so the city should have the building plans for your system, which will tell you how deep your lines are.

Most municipalities require excavation permits for any significant digging, especially if the excavation affects utilities or public property. However, permits for excavation depend on your local government and the scope of the project. Hire an experienced contractor for your excavation job so that they can be the ones to deal with permitting, not you. 

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

Trenching is not the same as boring. Boring uses a drill to make a tunnel for underground utilities, but trenching involves digging with an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. Boring is more precise and expensive, and it’s best for installing utilities underneath buildings, roads, and bodies of water. Trenching is simpler but can cause more disruption to landscaping and ecosystems.

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