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Avatar for The Green Elites Landscaping, LLC
The Green Elites Landscaping, LLC
4.8(
73
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Sandston, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Green Elites installed stone around my inground pool. The work was impeccable. They were thorough, timely and did the job as they promised they would. They showed up each day and cleaned up each day. They also installed a flower bed border. The quality of work and price could not be beat! Med was very attentive and responsive. They are my contractor for life! I highly recommend them."
Ms X yard clean up
Ms X yard clean up
Ms X yard clean up
Ms X yard clean up
Ms X yard clean up

+26

Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for ROC Construction LLC
ROC Construction LLC
4.5(
63
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Sandston, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason and team removed existing and broken aggregate concrete driveway and laid down asphalt. They came on time and finished when they said they would. They had serious construction equipment that didn't never touched my house or a sprinkler head right next to the driveway. Excellent job."
Response time10 hrs
99 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for JM Concrete LLC
JM Concrete LLC
5.0(
13
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Sandston, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired JM Concrete to remove an old broken sidewalk and pour a new one for the entrance to our home. They did a wonderful job. They are easy to get in touch with and good at returning phone calls. They gave us an excellent price on the job. They were professional, courteous, and worked hard. We are very pleased with the finished product. I would definitely recommend this company."
Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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O Johnson Enterprises llc
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Sandston, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Oscar, did and exceptional job with the work we contracted him. Our work included demolitioning an existing structure, moving a storage unit, and clearing trees and shrubery. Execellant work! Reasonable and comptetive rates. If you are in newd of any outside work we highly recommend. Lavern G."
Demolition
Demolition
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing

+2

45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
Shook Construction, LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Sandston, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Shook Construction, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!\n

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

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