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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Unionville - Updated Nov 2026

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TWF Construction
4.3(
63
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Unionville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Troy and his team were excellent! We hired them to complete a ~900 sq ft basement finish and we could not be more happy with the results. They were very reasonable in their pricing and completed the job in a very timely manner. We had no surprises in cost along the way and the end result was even better than we pictured. Definitely would recommend them for any projects small or large you need done well."
Deck Installation
Deck Installation
Deck Installation
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+4

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RND Construction
4.4(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Unionville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nick did a phenomenal job! He responded to my call & came to our house for a in person walk thru of the job. While on our property He noticed safety concerns with our septic drain field we were unaware of. His bid on the job was emailed in a timely manner & when the weather allowed He & his crew came out & knocked out the job, as well as, bringing our septic system to safety standards. I highly recommend him for your Excavation jobs. Truly Professional & Knowledgeable."
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+53

Response time9 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
AM Construction LLC
3.6(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Unionville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We hired this land clearing company to clean and prepare our property, and they exceeded expectations from start to finish. Very professional, on time, and clearly knowledgeable. The work was done efficiently, safely, and exactly as promised. The site was left clean and ready for the next phase of construction. I highly recommend them to anyone needing reliable land clearing services."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
Blue Ridge Landscaping of Virginia, Inc.
4.4(
28
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Unionville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Steve Kelly was very easy to communicate with. The job is beautifully done quite to my satisfaction. The workers were skilled, polite and respectful. I liked it so much I gave them a second project and thinking about a third job. I would readily recommend them to my friends."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

Skunk digging looks like a series of small, cone-shaped holes on a lawn or around the perimeter of a home, porch, deck, or shed. The holes that skunks dig when searching for grubs tend to be no more than four inches in diameter and may be up to four inches deep.

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.

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