At Fancy Shovel Excavating, we are a small, innovative excavation and hardscape company dedicated to bringing your vision to life through thoughtful design and craftsmanship. We specialize in creating unique, artful outdoor spaces that seamlessly integrate with your property's natural topography and features. By utilizing specialized equipment, we are able to approach each project with precision, ensuring the highest quality results while navigating complex terrain with ease. Our approach is centered on understanding your specific needs, balancing your budget, and thinking outside the box to deliver functional, long-lasting solutions. With an emphasis on low-maintenance designs, we ensure that every project not only enhances the beauty of your landscape but also stands the test of time with minimal upkeep.
"My husband and I very pleased with Judd’s work. He was very easy to deal with, he listened to my ideas and worked with me and offered solutions on how the yard will look best. Even after the job was done he still gave me ideas on what plants I can add to the yard. We are getting a lot of compliments from the neighbors. We highly recommend him."
Edna m on November 2024
At Fancy Shovel Excavating, we are a small, innovative excavation and hardscape company dedicated to bringing your vision to life through thoughtful design and craftsmanship. We specialize in creating unique, artful outdoor spaces that seamlessly integrate with your property's natural topography and features. By utilizing specialized equipment, we are able to approach each project with precision, ensuring the highest quality results while navigating complex terrain with ease. Our approach is centered on understanding your specific needs, balancing your budget, and thinking outside the box to deliver functional, long-lasting solutions. With an emphasis on low-maintenance designs, we ensure that every project not only enhances the beauty of your landscape but also stands the test of time with minimal upkeep.
"My husband and I very pleased with Judd’s work. He was very easy to deal with, he listened to my ideas and worked with me and offered solutions on how the yard will look best. Even after the job was done he still gave me ideas on what plants I can add to the yard. We are getting a lot of compliments from the neighbors. We highly recommend him."
Edna m on November 2024
Groundworks, formerly, Matvey Foundation Repair is the leading structural and concrete repair firm in Western Washington. We specialize in repairing residential and commercial foundations, concrete slabs, bowing/cracked basement walls, sinking floors, concrete porches, settling/cracked foundations, and other structural issues. We raise and level concrete pavements, driveways, and sidewalks. We also offer basement waterproofing. Our expert design technicians provide professional services for commercial, residential, industrial, government, and municipal applications with award-winning products and superior customer service. CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE!
"Groundworks were contracted to encapsulate the crawl space, with a dehumidifier, intellijacks & sump pump. The inspector showed us pictures & videos of what the work would look like on completion, & explained how each solution would be installed. They tried to charge me more for vent covers until I showed them the contract covering this part. The foreman told me there was a reset button for the sump pump to be installed on an exterior wall, but they did not install it, instead said they would put in a service order. I haven’t heard anything about this issue yet. When they installed the moister barrier, they excluded the cement pads I was told it cost extra to have them covered. When I signed the contract, I was never told there would be extra charges for vent covers or cement pads to be covered. The contract I signed covered a complete encapsulation, but this is not what I got. This is a bait & switch. I would not recommend Groundworks."
Fran F on March 2025
Groundworks, formerly, Matvey Foundation Repair is the leading structural and concrete repair firm in Western Washington. We specialize in repairing residential and commercial foundations, concrete slabs, bowing/cracked basement walls, sinking floors, concrete porches, settling/cracked foundations, and other structural issues. We raise and level concrete pavements, driveways, and sidewalks. We also offer basement waterproofing. Our expert design technicians provide professional services for commercial, residential, industrial, government, and municipal applications with award-winning products and superior customer service. CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE!
"Groundworks were contracted to encapsulate the crawl space, with a dehumidifier, intellijacks & sump pump. The inspector showed us pictures & videos of what the work would look like on completion, & explained how each solution would be installed. They tried to charge me more for vent covers until I showed them the contract covering this part. The foreman told me there was a reset button for the sump pump to be installed on an exterior wall, but they did not install it, instead said they would put in a service order. I haven’t heard anything about this issue yet. When they installed the moister barrier, they excluded the cement pads I was told it cost extra to have them covered. When I signed the contract, I was never told there would be extra charges for vent covers or cement pads to be covered. The contract I signed covered a complete encapsulation, but this is not what I got. This is a bait & switch. I would not recommend Groundworks."
Fran F on March 2025
Thousands of NW homeowners have trusted TerraFirma Foundation Systems to keep their homes safe, dry and stable since 2005. Nearly half of our business comes from referrals or repeat customers. We can help you too! TerraFirma is the NW expert in home foundations, basement and crawl space waterproofing, concrete leveling, and wall stabilization.
"Great; competitive price, installation went great, friendly and responsive staff in person and office"
Andrew M on February 2020
Thousands of NW homeowners have trusted TerraFirma Foundation Systems to keep their homes safe, dry and stable since 2005. Nearly half of our business comes from referrals or repeat customers. We can help you too! TerraFirma is the NW expert in home foundations, basement and crawl space waterproofing, concrete leveling, and wall stabilization.
"Great; competitive price, installation went great, friendly and responsive staff in person and office"
Andrew M on February 2020
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Alex is incredibly honest, pragmatic and helpful. He assessed our community’s potential need and proceeded to discuss any potential restrictions on drainage with the county. We are restricted due to the infrastructure in the proposed drainage area - his thoroughness lost him work but gained our respect. We will look to him for any and all similar projects in the future."
Gabrielle D on February 2025
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Alex is incredibly honest, pragmatic and helpful. He assessed our community’s potential need and proceeded to discuss any potential restrictions on drainage with the county. We are restricted due to the infrastructure in the proposed drainage area - his thoroughness lost him work but gained our respect. We will look to him for any and all similar projects in the future."
Gabrielle D on February 2025
Hello, we are A&J landscaping/ Hardscape LLC. We specialize in pavers, retaining walls concrete, driveways, etc. We also provide services in landscaping mowing lawns, sod, backyard cleaning, roof cleaning, and seasonal cleaning, etc. This is only a list things we service in. But we offer more services. We are a family owned and operating business that have been in this field for 16 years and hope to continue working.
Hello, we are A&J landscaping/ Hardscape LLC. We specialize in pavers, retaining walls concrete, driveways, etc. We also provide services in landscaping mowing lawns, sod, backyard cleaning, roof cleaning, and seasonal cleaning, etc. This is only a list things we service in. But we offer more services. We are a family owned and operating business that have been in this field for 16 years and hope to continue working.
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"My Cedar hedges and bushes needing trimming since it had been a few years. I called Armando, he came a gave me a free estimate, that day. It was a very reasonable price. They came out a few days later. The work they did was great. They picked up everything, my yard was looking great. The trees and hedges look beautiful! We will use them again for sure!"
Shayna R on July 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"My Cedar hedges and bushes needing trimming since it had been a few years. I called Armando, he came a gave me a free estimate, that day. It was a very reasonable price. They came out a few days later. The work they did was great. They picked up everything, my yard was looking great. The trees and hedges look beautiful! We will use them again for sure!"
Shayna R on July 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Excellent!! Very skilled workers and very polite and on time Extremely pleased with the work done"
Diane h on April 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Excellent!! Very skilled workers and very polite and on time Extremely pleased with the work done"
Diane h on April 2025
We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They were very punctual professional, and did an amazing job. Definitely would recommend."
Kayla R on August 2024
We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They were very punctual professional, and did an amazing job. Definitely would recommend."
Kayla R on August 2024
We specialize in Land clearing excavation logging dirt work septic repairs construction and more!
We specialize in Land clearing excavation logging dirt work septic repairs construction and more!
Installing interlocking pavers takes between four and 10 days, depending on the project's size and complexity. The process involves careful excavation, precise leveling, and building a stable base before placing the pavers. Larger projects or challenging site conditions may require more time to ensure a durable and attractive result that stands the test of time.
It's not recommended to place pavers directly on dirt. For the best results, you'll need to lay a foundation of gravel or sand to create a leveled and compacted base. This ensures proper drainage below the pavers, preventing erosion and shifting over time. An uneven or unstable base can cause the pavers to move or settle improperly, affecting the appearance and longevity of your installation.
Installing interlocking pavers yourself involves rigorous preparation and careful execution. This DIY approach requires excavation, precise leveling, and building a proper base using gravel or sand to ensure stability. The project demands at least two to three full days of intensive manual work and the use of specialized tools. Alternatively, hire a paver installer for professional results.
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