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Adkins Plumbing & Contracting, LLC
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Serving Athens, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

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Excavating Contractor, General Contractor, Plumbing Contractor & Specialty Contractor ! Retaining walls, French drains, Home Land seats, Driveways & Culvert Drain pipe installation, New Home builds, Deck builds, New roof replacements, Concrete, Water, Sewer, Gas service lines (From Home to Street) , Water heater (Tank &Tankless) Instillations, Camera Inspections, Bathroom Remodels, Home remodels , Water Purification System installations, Repiping ( Water,Sewer,& Gas line) Septic Tank & leech bed Installation and Much much more. Feel free to contact us for all of your contractor needs! 304-533-6321

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Recommended by59%of homeowners
Helton Grading, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Athens, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

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HELTON GRADING INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Adkins Plumbing & Contracting, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Athens, 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!"
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Cam Excavating & Septic Installations
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Serving Athens, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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Credit card accepted

Cam Excavating & Septic Installations is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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D&D Land Services
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Serving Athens, WV and surrounding areas

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We are here to help, below is a list of our services. \n\nWe provide Tree removal, land clearing, stump removal, site preparation, demolition, drainage systems, driveways, junk removal, and more. \n\nPlease give us a call today to get started on your project.

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Bud Hypes Plumbing & Sewer Service
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Serving Athens, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Bud Hypes Plumbing & Sewer Service offers residential and commercial plumbing through WV and Virginia. Our services include plumbing, gas line, back-flow prevention, well pumps, and special services. We have over 40 years experience. We are licensed, bonded and insured. Call us today to schedule an appointment.

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Coal River Specialties
5.0(
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Serving Athens, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

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Welcome to our page we are a license an insured company ! We specialize in Grading, Landscaping, Retaining Walls, Welding,Excavating, Mobile Home Moving and much more! We also offer free estimates to any one inquiring. We have been in busy for over 15 years

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J&S Excavating
New to Angi

Serving Athens, 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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

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