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GAP Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Falling Waters, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent I hired Tim Hardison owner of GAP Excavating do some land clearing. Tim showed up on a Friday morning as agreed upon with his excavator he worked all day Friday and Saturday and removed the stumps from 16 large trees that I had cut down Tim will do whatever it takes to make sure the job is done right on time on budget and to your satisfaction he has the equipment to get the job done right"
Gravel Walking Path
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Gravel Walking Path
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Gravel Walking Path

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Refined Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Falling Waters, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The company did an excellent job with meeting our needs. The conversations and concerns with our yard layout and neighbors needs were addressed. The job was completed on time. Thanks"
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Smithstonian Contracting
4.6(
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Serving Falling Waters, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

"All of the jobs were done above expectations! The craftsmanship and attention to detail were second to none. The professional attitude that was taken with each one led to the next one being requested. One can not go wrong with the services of Smithsonian, led by their Master Mason, Steve Smith!"
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Stewart Boys
5.0(
3
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Serving Falling Waters, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great again, hired them back two weeks after they came do yardwork and land clearing they put up my fence, row my entire property, a chain-link and salt a chain-link gate at the front of the property so people couldn’t use my driveway as a U-turn put an electric gate opener on there and they came out perfect I will be using them in the future and from now on they are my go to company"
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
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Twin Mountain Custom Ag & Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Falling Waters, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a footer dug for a garage. Service was great and owner was very kind. Will definitely be hiring again for any future services."
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Roadmax Paving, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Falling Waters, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an amazing job! A sinkhole formed after a utility did some work near my driveway (along with other damage they caused on a separate occasion). Also, the driveway was less than 3 years old and was sinking near the garage due to poor installation by the builders of the house. RoadMax came out to give me a free estimate and explained everything very clearly. They even honored the quote even after 8 months of waiting for the utility to agree to pay for the damage. Their willingness to contact the utility company on my behalf really helped resolve the issue. The new driveway is perfect and looks great! The workers were very professional and did a great job. RoadMax will be my go-to paving company going forward. Highly recommend! I just wish I had some better before pictures to demonstrate the transformation."
Asphalt Sealcoat
Asphalt Millings
Response time5 hrs
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A-Zone Environmental Services, LLC -
5.0(
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Serving Falling Waters, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"they are honest professionals!! They are certified in a lot of different areas so they can get the job done quickly and smoothly! They are on time and responsive; they are also great for an emergency!! I can't say enough good things about them!"
Stormwater Basin
Sediment Basin Construction
Demolition Project
Response time9 hrs
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Fine Line Moving & Cleaning Services
3.1(
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Serving Falling Waters, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They showed up on time and provided the best service I have ever seen in my life. I will for sure hire them again."
Response time2 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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