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J&H Excavating, LLC

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J&H Excavating, LLC

4.80(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 local quotes requested

We specialize in excavating services. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"He was very trustworthy. He was there when he said that he would be. He did exactly what I asked him to do. He also gave his input and he was a really really good guy. He had a reasonable price as well."

Sheri N on April 2023

We specialize in excavating services. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"He was very trustworthy. He was there when he said that he would be. He did exactly what I asked him to do. He also gave his input and he was a really really good guy. He had a reasonable price as well."

Sheri N on April 2023

Paradise Homes

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Paradise Homes

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Paradise Homes specializes in building, designing, and setting modular and manufactured homes. We also have expanded our business to take on home sets, drywall, plumbing, carpentry, and excavation. Our crews have over 30 years of experience and will accept nothing but quality craftsmanship. We pride ourselves on making sure you're happy with every detail. We can handle any aspect of construction and would love the opportunity to help in any way.

Paradise Homes specializes in building, designing, and setting modular and manufactured homes. We also have expanded our business to take on home sets, drywall, plumbing, carpentry, and excavation. Our crews have over 30 years of experience and will accept nothing but quality craftsmanship. We pride ourselves on making sure you're happy with every detail. We can handle any aspect of construction and would love the opportunity to help in any way.

ODonohoe Excavating and Landscaping

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ODonohoe Excavating and Landscaping

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5 years of experience

Fully Insured Matthew O’Donohoe is a hard working family man. In 2008, Matt started his career in the Oil and Gas industry, he worked his way up from a Green Hat Hand to Operations Manager. After spending 8 years operating and managing the North East Region, Matt’s employer closed their doors. Our family, like many others have been directly impacted by 2020. Matt always dreamed of successfully owning and operating his own business. He’d say “if I could only work this hard for myself.” It’s always been hard to walk away from a steady pay check, retirement plan and health benefits with a family to look out for... but with all that gone, what’s a better time then now to make those dreams come true! Matt is a dedicated family man who works hard for his clients!

Fully Insured Matthew O’Donohoe is a hard working family man. In 2008, Matt started his career in the Oil and Gas industry, he worked his way up from a Green Hat Hand to Operations Manager. After spending 8 years operating and managing the North East Region, Matt’s employer closed their doors. Our family, like many others have been directly impacted by 2020. Matt always dreamed of successfully owning and operating his own business. He’d say “if I could only work this hard for myself.” It’s always been hard to walk away from a steady pay check, retirement plan and health benefits with a family to look out for... but with all that gone, what’s a better time then now to make those dreams come true! Matt is a dedicated family man who works hard for his clients!

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Appalachian Industrial Holdings LLC

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Appalachian Industrial Holdings LLC

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6 years of experience

Excavating & Grading Water Crossings/Small Bridges Road/Driveway Grading & Maintenance Retaining Walls Land Clearing/Brush Hogging Wet & Dry Buried Utilities Septic Systems Drainage Installation/Repair Ponds

Excavating & Grading Water Crossings/Small Bridges Road/Driveway Grading & Maintenance Retaining Walls Land Clearing/Brush Hogging Wet & Dry Buried Utilities Septic Systems Drainage Installation/Repair Ponds

Deadwood Excavating & Logging

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Deadwood Excavating & Logging

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We have 1-5 employees. Most of the time we don't sub-contract, and in most cases we submit a bill at the end of the job. At this time we don't offer financing. Also serving West Virginia (Other) market: ask for details.

We have 1-5 employees. Most of the time we don't sub-contract, and in most cases we submit a bill at the end of the job. At this time we don't offer financing. Also serving West Virginia (Other) market: ask for details.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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.

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