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Old Dominion Environmental, Inc.

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Old Dominion Environmental, Inc.

4.92(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

Old Dominion Environmental, Inc., offers a full array of environmental services to both commercial and residential clientele in Northern Virginia and beyond. We specialize in underground heating oil tank removal, oil tank abandonment, heating oil tank testing and 24-hour emergency spill clean up services throughout most of Virginia. Our management has over ffity years of experience in the environmental consulting and contracting business. We work closely with our clients in order to provide the least intrusive and most efficient means of service to ensure your project goes smoothly. We provide honest, intelligent, and thorough assessments and solutions. We are experts in the utilization of the Virginia Petroleum Storage Tank Fund making the sure our clients receive the maximum financial assistance available.

"The Old Dominion team was highly professional and very easy to work with. They communicated the removal process and kept me informed as the removal progressed all the way through final reporting and closure. They had excellent working relationships with other entities in involved in the removal which kept things moving smoothly. I would highly recommend Old Dominion Environmental"

Michael G on November 2025

Old Dominion Environmental, Inc., offers a full array of environmental services to both commercial and residential clientele in Northern Virginia and beyond. We specialize in underground heating oil tank removal, oil tank abandonment, heating oil tank testing and 24-hour emergency spill clean up services throughout most of Virginia. Our management has over ffity years of experience in the environmental consulting and contracting business. We work closely with our clients in order to provide the least intrusive and most efficient means of service to ensure your project goes smoothly. We provide honest, intelligent, and thorough assessments and solutions. We are experts in the utilization of the Virginia Petroleum Storage Tank Fund making the sure our clients receive the maximum financial assistance available.

"The Old Dominion team was highly professional and very easy to work with. They communicated the removal process and kept me informed as the removal progressed all the way through final reporting and closure. They had excellent working relationships with other entities in involved in the removal which kept things moving smoothly. I would highly recommend Old Dominion Environmental"

Michael G on November 2025

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Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions

4.99(
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Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions

4.99(
70
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 local quotes requested

If you're looking for honesty and quality workmanship, you've come to the right place. Our specialty is drainage and landscaping, but whether a property needs storm drains, french drains, sump pumps, grading, leveling, excavation, patios, creative guttering for water removal or landscaping, we do all of the above with guaranteed results! Get in touch today for a consultation, and help us help you come up with the perfect drainage solution for your home or business!

"We are very satisfied with the work Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions LLC have done to our property and house. Over the past four years they have done three major projects for use. The first was replacing our rotting retaining wall and putting in a french drain system for the north side of the house which solved the water problem we had that had rotted the old retaining wall. They also replaced our old privacy fence with a new one. The last project that Adrian has done for us this summer was to fix our roof. Half the wood on the roof had to be replaced and when that was done new shingles were put on the whole house. It has been a pleasure working with Adrian and his crew. We have already been talking with Adrian about an upcoming project for next summer."

Ray D on November 2025

If you're looking for honesty and quality workmanship, you've come to the right place. Our specialty is drainage and landscaping, but whether a property needs storm drains, french drains, sump pumps, grading, leveling, excavation, patios, creative guttering for water removal or landscaping, we do all of the above with guaranteed results! Get in touch today for a consultation, and help us help you come up with the perfect drainage solution for your home or business!

"We are very satisfied with the work Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions LLC have done to our property and house. Over the past four years they have done three major projects for use. The first was replacing our rotting retaining wall and putting in a french drain system for the north side of the house which solved the water problem we had that had rotted the old retaining wall. They also replaced our old privacy fence with a new one. The last project that Adrian has done for us this summer was to fix our roof. Half the wood on the roof had to be replaced and when that was done new shingles were put on the whole house. It has been a pleasure working with Adrian and his crew. We have already been talking with Adrian about an upcoming project for next summer."

Ray D on November 2025

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MY PLUMBING HEROES

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MY PLUMBING HEROES

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

MY PLUMBING HEROES is a dedicated team of skilled professionals committed to providing top-notch plumbing services to customers in need. With years of experience and a passion for excellence, we tackle every job with precision and care, ensuring satisfaction every time. From leaky faucets to full-scale plumbing installations, we're here to be your trusted plumbing allies. Contact us today and let MY PLUMBING HEROES rescue you from any plumbing woes!

"Jonathon is by far the best! I will never use another plumbing company as long as Jonathon is in business. His work is fantastic and he is reasonably priced. Do not call anyone else....Period. He has done a few jobs at my house and I could not be more happy with his professionalism, willingness to teach and quality of work."

John B on February 2025

MY PLUMBING HEROES is a dedicated team of skilled professionals committed to providing top-notch plumbing services to customers in need. With years of experience and a passion for excellence, we tackle every job with precision and care, ensuring satisfaction every time. From leaky faucets to full-scale plumbing installations, we're here to be your trusted plumbing allies. Contact us today and let MY PLUMBING HEROES rescue you from any plumbing woes!

"Jonathon is by far the best! I will never use another plumbing company as long as Jonathon is in business. His work is fantastic and he is reasonably priced. Do not call anyone else....Period. He has done a few jobs at my house and I could not be more happy with his professionalism, willingness to teach and quality of work."

John B on February 2025

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LS Tree & Landclearing

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LS Tree & Landclearing

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This company is a family owned and operated. We do it all from storm work, tree removal, lot clearing , stump removal, grading, drainage solutions, bush hogging , fence clearing, and fencing

This company is a family owned and operated. We do it all from storm work, tree removal, lot clearing , stump removal, grading, drainage solutions, bush hogging , fence clearing, and fencing

J&A Contracting, LLC

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J&A Contracting, LLC

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Emergency services offered

Interior and Exterior Home Improvements I have over 20 years of experience, guarantee my work and will always provide an honest quote for the work that you are requesting to be done. I am the owner-operator of my family owned business.

Interior and Exterior Home Improvements I have over 20 years of experience, guarantee my work and will always provide an honest quote for the work that you are requesting to be done. I am the owner-operator of my family owned business.

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J&K Grounds Maintenance LLC

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J&K Grounds Maintenance LLC

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

We are a Veteran Owned VA licensed landscape services contractor in VA who specialize in Seeding and Hydroseed, Erosion control, final and finish grading, minor excavation, turf management, gravel driveway/roadway installation/repair/maintenance, culvert repair/replacement/installation, and sod.

"The crew was very professional and pleasant. The job was completed quickly and I am very happy with the finished driveway."

Mary V on August 2022

We are a Veteran Owned VA licensed landscape services contractor in VA who specialize in Seeding and Hydroseed, Erosion control, final and finish grading, minor excavation, turf management, gravel driveway/roadway installation/repair/maintenance, culvert repair/replacement/installation, and sod.

"The crew was very professional and pleasant. The job was completed quickly and I am very happy with the finished driveway."

Mary V on August 2022

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M.E. Douglas Services

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M.E. Douglas Services

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

We offer quality and affordable land clearing and property maintenance from tree,stump and brush and junk removal Not licensed to remove fuel oil or other liquids. 502-974-1100 Doug

"He was a great guy. He did a good job and top rating. He was very accommodating. He did not charge me extra and he went above and beyond. I'm happy to find a good company."

ALAN W on March 2022

We offer quality and affordable land clearing and property maintenance from tree,stump and brush and junk removal Not licensed to remove fuel oil or other liquids. 502-974-1100 Doug

"He was a great guy. He did a good job and top rating. He was very accommodating. He did not charge me extra and he went above and beyond. I'm happy to find a good company."

ALAN W on March 2022

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

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.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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