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Avatar for Adkins Plumbing & Contracting, LLC
Adkins Plumbing & Contracting, LLC
4.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Alderson, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were great. Took my call, they were happy to help, and by the time I could even check the time they were finished and did amazing."
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+47

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Recommended by55%of homeowners
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GATEWOOD STORM SOLUTIONS LLC
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Alderson, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I would recommend this business highly. The owner and his crew get the work done and know exactly what they are doing. It was our pleasure to have them and look forward to their next job for us."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Adkins Plumbing & Contracting, LLC
4.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Alderson, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent Service. Jared and his crew were very professional, walked through the entire install prior to work. The excavation was performed with care to our property, they reseeded the grass afterwards. They permanently marked were each fitting along the run is located, so we know where to check if the line leaks years into the future. Professional, Friendly, high Quality. This will be the go to plumbers for all future jobs!"
Retaining wall and reclaim on property.
Retaining wall & Road Addition
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Patio addition

+57

Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Wandless Excavating and Lawn Care
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Alderson, WV and surrounding areas

"Made the yard look great! Did a lot of clean up in the front beds and the leaves throughout the yard. Will definitely hire again!"
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Bud Hypes Plumbing & Sewer Service
3.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Alderson, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They were very good and cost was lower than what was quoted."
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Coal River Specialties
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Alderson, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They done an excellent job at clearing off my land. I will diff hire them again. Thank you so much guys"
Retaining walls
Retaining walls
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J&S Excavating
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Alderson, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service provided to meet your needs. It is our mission to exhibit excellent workmanship and supreme dedication from start to finish of a project. We understand the needs and expectations of our customers, and take great care to work and communicate with them in a courteous and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

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Doss Excavating
0.5(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Alderson, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 10 years of experience in the excavating industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from grading to land clearing. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Doss Excavating a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time3 hrs
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ALL Construction, Inc.
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Alderson, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They have done great work for a great price."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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