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GAP Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Martinsburg, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tim did a great job for us. He utilized his expertise and assisted with planning of the project. He provided a high attention to detail. He proved his valued skills by completing a variety of tasks; trenching for a water line and conduit; removed topsoil and graded a gravel parking lot; prepared the area for a concrete slab; built a long gravel walkway; and excavated a storm water pond. Tim is an honest and trustworthy man. I would highly recommend him for any excavation project."
Gravel Walking Path
Grading for Batting Cage
Gravel Walking Path
Grading for Batting Cage
Gravel Walking Path

+17

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NextGen Paving and Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Martinsburg, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"NextGen Paving and Excavation LLC did an amazing job repairing and sealing my asphalt driveway. Jacob is a hard worker and very particular with his work, and it shows in the finished project. I had him remove and replace a section of damaged asphalt and he sealed my entire driveway. I am very happy with his results."
Sealed Driveway
Sealed Driveway
Driveway Apron
Drive way Seal
Drive way Seal

+6

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Refined Contracting
5.0(
5
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Serving Martinsburg, 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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past work
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past work

+142

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stewart Boys
5.0(
3
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Serving Martinsburg, 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
Handymen Project
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Additional Photos

+16

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A-Zone Environmental Services, LLC -
5.0(
1
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Serving Martinsburg, 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
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Apex Contracting and Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Martinsburg, WV and surrounding areas

I am TJ, owner and founder of Apex Contracting and Excavation. We are a small business operated by close family and friends to provide an exceptional experience for your home project. We have a combined 30 years of doing decks, fences, sheds, grading and small scale land clearing. We strive to have a family oriented mindset with a hassle free process from estimating to job site completion. We would love to earn your business one day.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Martinsburg, WV

Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.

When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.

Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.

If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.

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