Our Story

About Tidewater Pet Waste

A local family business built on hard work, love for animals, and pride in our community.

How We Got Started

Born in Chesapeake, Built for Hampton Roads

Tidewater Pet Waste Removal was started right here in Chesapeake, Virginia — born out of a simple frustration shared by every dog owner: nobody wants to spend their weekend cleaning up the yard.

Our founder, a lifelong Hampton Roads resident and proud dog dad, spent years doing the chore himself before realizing there had to be a better way. After struggling to find a local, reliable service he could trust, he decided to start one himself — one built on the values of reliability, transparency, and genuine care for the neighborhoods we serve.

We're brand new and proud of it. We're building our reputation one yard at a time, and every customer matters to us personally. When you hire Tidewater, you're not a ticket number — you're a neighbor.

We're not a franchise. We're not a national chain. We're your neighbors, and we're in this for the long haul.

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Cities in Hampton Roads

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Hampton Roads Owned

Our Mission

A Cleaner Hampton Roads, One Yard at a Time

We believe every family deserves a clean, safe outdoor space — whether it's for the kids, the dogs, or just getting outside and breathing fresh air. Our mission is to make professional yard care accessible, affordable, and genuinely reliable for every household in the Hampton Roads area, while protecting the local environment we all call home.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

These aren't just words on a wall — they guide every service call, every customer interaction, and every hire we make.

Reliability

We show up. Same day, every week. No reschedules, no no-shows, no surprises.

Integrity

We're honest about our pricing, our limitations, and when we make a mistake — and we always make it right.

Quality

We don't rush. Every yard gets the same careful, thorough attention — from the first visit to the hundredth.

Community

Hampton Roads is our home. We care about the neighborhoods, the environment, and the people we serve.

Eco-Responsibility

We take our impact on the Chesapeake Bay watershed seriously and dispose of all waste responsibly.

Dog-Friendly

We love animals. We use only pet-safe equipment and products, and your furry family comes first always.

The People Behind the Service

Meet Our Team

Passionate about animals, the community, and doing the job right every single time.

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Steven L.

Founder & Owner

A Hampton Roads local and proud dog owner who started Tidewater to bring reliable, honest pet waste removal to the community. Steven handles every service call personally and is committed to earning your trust.

In the Field

Our Work in Action

Clean, green yard after service

Clean, green yards

Happy dog in a freshly cleaned yard

Happy pups everywhere

Serving Hampton Roads

Where We Operate

Proudly Serving Hampton Roads

We cover the major neighborhoods across three cities. If you're not sure whether we serve your area, just ask!

Chesapeake

Our home base! We cover Great Bridge, Greenbrier, Deep Creek, Hickory, Western Branch, and surrounding neighborhoods.

Virginia Beach

We service Kempsville, Princess Anne, Pembroke, Lynnhaven, Red Mill, and neighborhoods throughout VB.

Norfolk

Serving Ghent, Ocean View, Larchmont, Wards Corner, Suburban Acres, and communities throughout Norfolk.

Join the Tidewater Family

Let Us Take Care of Your Yard

Ready to stop dreading that chore? Get a free, no-pressure quote and start enjoying your outdoor space again.