Business Details
36 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Excavation and Demolition Partner in Charlottesville
DIGS has been a trusted provider of excavation, demolition, and land clearing services in Charlottesville, Virginia since 1990. As a family-owned business with over 40 employees, we combine three decades of industry experience with AGC-certified safety training to deliver exceptional results. Our team approaches every project with meticulous attention to detail, offering comprehensive site solutions for residential and commercial clients.We maintain rigorous quality standards through our standard 1-year warranty and continuous investment in equipment and personnel development. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as a leading site work company in the region, with a proven track record of successful projects ranging from foundation excavation to complete property demolition.
Services
Excavation
Demolition
Land Clearing
Hauling
Pond Construction
Animal Burial
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in excavation and demolition services
- AGC-certified safety training for all professional staff
- Standard 1-year warranty on all completed projects
- 24/7 emergency service for urgent site work needs
- Locally owned with deep understanding of Charlottesville area requirements
Associations and certifications
- Associated General Contractors (AGC)
What people say
Great company and people
Excellent high-quality job
Dedicated and thorough team
Exceptional communication
Professional estimator and crew
Services
Excavation
Our excavation services handle residential and commercial projects including foundation digging, utility trenching, and drainage system installation. With modern equipment and experienced operators, we ensure precise earthwork for construction projects of all sizes while maintaining safety standards.
Demolition
We provide safe demolition of residential and commercial buildings using proper techniques for home, garage, and industrial structure removal. Our AGC-certified team follows strict safety protocols for concrete removal, pool demolition, and debris management while handling necessary paperwork.
Land Clearing
Our land clearing services prepare properties for development through tree and stump removal, brush clearing, and erosion control. We create optimal conditions for new construction while maintaining environmental compliance and soil stability during the clearing process.
Hauling
We offer comprehensive hauling services for construction materials, debris removal, and equipment transportation. Our fleet handles large volume transport needs with efficient logistics planning to support ongoing construction and site development projects.
Pond Construction
Our team builds functional and aesthetic ponds with proper excavation, lining, and water management systems. We handle both decorative water features and functional stormwater management ponds with drainage solutions tailored to property requirements.
People
Gretchen Wood
President Controller
Gretchen Wood leads financial operations with over 30 years of experience in construction industry management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and business growth since our founding in 1990.
Mac Vanderploeg
Top Dog
Mac Vanderploeg oversees daily operations with a hands-on approach, leveraging extensive construction experience to maintain quality standards across all excavation, demolition, and land clearing projects.
Brook Wood
Estimator Project Manager
Brook Wood specializes in project planning and cost estimation, combining technical expertise with client communication to develop practical solutions for complex site work requirements.
Jason Harris
Supervisor Heavy Equipment Operator
Jason Harris supervises equipment operations with 15+ years of experience managing excavation and demolition projects, ensuring safe and efficient execution of technical site work tasks.
James Clifford
Supervisor Heavy Equipment Operator
James Clifford oversees heavy machinery operations with expertise in complex demolition projects, maintaining safety protocols while delivering quality results for residential and commercial clients.
Questions
What excavation services do you offer?
We provide residential and commercial excavation for foundations, utilities, drainage systems, roads, and driveways with experienced operators and modern equipment.
Are your demolition services safe?
Yes, our team undergoes AGC safety certification and follows strict protocols for structural assessment and debris management to ensure safe demolitions.
Do you handle land clearing projects?
We offer complete land clearing including tree removal, brush clearing, rock removal, and erosion control for residential and commercial development.
What additional services are available?
We provide hauling, pond construction/maintenance, animal burial, and snow removal services with the same quality standards as our core offerings.
How long have you served Charlottesville?
We've been providing excavation and demolition services in Charlottesville since 1990 with a growing team of 40+ experienced professionals.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency response for urgent excavation, demolition, and site work requirements with immediate availability.
