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105 Worst consultation and experience I have ever had as a home owner. I was referred to Pristine by a commercial company and told that they stand behind their customer service. They came out and there rep refused to offer me a check valve for my sewage drainage. I explained that my old one had...
Pristine PlumbingThe entire process took about 3 1/2 months. The Spivey crew was a dream to work with daily. Greg was on site for major excavation and Tim, the project manager, was always available and kept us up to date with what was happening and what to expect. The entire crew had been together for years....
Spivey RemodelingThis is the second time I've used Precision Landscaping for a hardscape project. For the most recent project, I had already excavated a 25 ft path linking two sidewalks. I didn't have time (or the skills) to finish the rest of the project and I would have needed to rent all kinds of tools and...
Precision Landscaping LLCBen is always on time and shows up when he says he's going to for our jobs. He's such a likable business man and will get you done within a budget that works for you. Highly recommend Ben for any major job associated with excavating, drain lines, hardscapes & pavers, stone & gravel, or...
The owner, Mr. MacDougalle came to our home three times to meet with us. Each visit, spending time as needed looking, inspecting, talking, allaying our concerns. We decided to go with him...and he was fabulous. He is reliable, quick, clean, efficient and when he says he'll take care of it...
I’ve worked with them in the past, and they always do the job right. Rode Excavating is very professional and prompt. I’d have no qualms recommending them to others.
We have several downspouts that connect to underground pipes that were clogged and backing up. Steve, the owner, and Brian ran their camera through each of the 5 underground pipes. They found the obstruction and dug down to reveal problems with the pipes, and discovered a bad underground...
Augusta Underground IncI came across his service at the recent Lawn and Patio Show at the Fair Grounds. I stopped by his booth there and enquired if he could treat my lawn for wild onions and I signed for his treatment. His technician came out and told me that the infestation of the wild onion is the worst he has...
We specialize in working on older homes and those problems that require unique solutions. We offer full service residential plumbing services to customers looking for "long-term" and "efficient" solutions. We work on the following plumbing items - toilets, sinks, water heaters, tankless water heaters, sump pumps, water softeners, faucets, garbage disposals, drains, gas lines, clogged drains, water lines, main lines, and all other non-listed residential plumbing needs.
"They didn’t do anything that I asked of them and they suckered me into some membership. Very disappointed"
Adam H on February 2025
We specialize in working on older homes and those problems that require unique solutions. We offer full service residential plumbing services to customers looking for "long-term" and "efficient" solutions. We work on the following plumbing items - toilets, sinks, water heaters, tankless water heaters, sump pumps, water softeners, faucets, garbage disposals, drains, gas lines, clogged drains, water lines, main lines, and all other non-listed residential plumbing needs.
"They didn’t do anything that I asked of them and they suckered me into some membership. Very disappointed"
Adam H on February 2025
At C&J Well Co. Service, Pumps, & Drilling, we provide Central Indiana with state-of-the-art well and geothermal drilling and a full-service maintenance team. In addition to drilling, we perform service calls and maintenance checkups and replace pressure tanks and pumps in existing systems. C&J is a family-owned and operated business with a dedicated staff and many satisfied customers. We offer competitive prices without compromising the integrity of our services. Because our wells are drilled using the latest drilling technology, you are ensured to get the most out of your money. C&J Well Company is a member of the BBB, Indiana Ground Water Association, and the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis. In a quarter of a century, there have been many notable accomplishments, such as opening C and J Water for softeners and treatment, and integrating other local well drilling companies. C&J proudly continues the legacies of Water Wells by Wilhite, Dean Well Drilling, Harness Well Company, and Scobee Well Drilling. Josh and Christy are grateful for their hard-working technicians and strong support staff that led the company through the years.
"Sat at 6AM my well sprung a leak and a gusher was shooting out of the ground. I call CJ at ^AM and the owner Josh answered (wow!). He said his excavation crew couldn't come come until Monday. I had weekend guests and wasn't too keen on going all weekend with no water in the house. Joosh asked me a couple questions. Do have a basement (yes I did) and is there a window in the basement (yes there is). From that he offered to send a crew to hook up a temp water supply to the house to get us trough the weekend. about 10AM on Sat two CJ repair guys showed up and hooked a bypass line from the well head through the basement window and tapped onto the main water supply line in the basement. What a life savor idea and our weekend went WELL ( no pun intended). Then on Monday morning the excavator crew shows up at 10AM and by 1PM the leak in the well pipe in the ground is fixed. I guess the u Bolt holding the pitless adapter to the casing rusted and broke, thus the water was pushing out as the pitless seal was now loose. The CJ crew explained all of this and kept me informed. My experience with Josh and his crews at CJ was top notch all the way! Thanks Josh for answering your phone on Saturday at 6AM repairs"
John B on August 2025
At C&J Well Co. Service, Pumps, & Drilling, we provide Central Indiana with state-of-the-art well and geothermal drilling and a full-service maintenance team. In addition to drilling, we perform service calls and maintenance checkups and replace pressure tanks and pumps in existing systems. C&J is a family-owned and operated business with a dedicated staff and many satisfied customers. We offer competitive prices without compromising the integrity of our services. Because our wells are drilled using the latest drilling technology, you are ensured to get the most out of your money. C&J Well Company is a member of the BBB, Indiana Ground Water Association, and the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis. In a quarter of a century, there have been many notable accomplishments, such as opening C and J Water for softeners and treatment, and integrating other local well drilling companies. C&J proudly continues the legacies of Water Wells by Wilhite, Dean Well Drilling, Harness Well Company, and Scobee Well Drilling. Josh and Christy are grateful for their hard-working technicians and strong support staff that led the company through the years.
"Sat at 6AM my well sprung a leak and a gusher was shooting out of the ground. I call CJ at ^AM and the owner Josh answered (wow!). He said his excavation crew couldn't come come until Monday. I had weekend guests and wasn't too keen on going all weekend with no water in the house. Joosh asked me a couple questions. Do have a basement (yes I did) and is there a window in the basement (yes there is). From that he offered to send a crew to hook up a temp water supply to the house to get us trough the weekend. about 10AM on Sat two CJ repair guys showed up and hooked a bypass line from the well head through the basement window and tapped onto the main water supply line in the basement. What a life savor idea and our weekend went WELL ( no pun intended). Then on Monday morning the excavator crew shows up at 10AM and by 1PM the leak in the well pipe in the ground is fixed. I guess the u Bolt holding the pitless adapter to the casing rusted and broke, thus the water was pushing out as the pitless seal was now loose. The CJ crew explained all of this and kept me informed. My experience with Josh and his crews at CJ was top notch all the way! Thanks Josh for answering your phone on Saturday at 6AM repairs"
John B on August 2025
Mr. Rooter® Plumbing delivers trusted, high-quality plumbing services to Indianapolis and the surrounding areas. With over 200 locations and more than five decades of experience, Mr. Rooter is a reliable name in the industry. If you're searching for a plumber in the Indianapolis area, Mr. Rooter has you covered. We offer live support to schedule emergency plumbing services quickly. From sewer backups and leaking or frozen pipes to clogged drains and water heater repairs, you can rely on us for fast, dependable solutions. Contact Mr. Rooter today for upfront pricing and easy scheduling.
"High 5 to Luke for his support plus his assitance and focus, and pleasant disposition to get the work done. I'm very pleassed and thankful."
Patricia F on October 2018
Mr. Rooter® Plumbing delivers trusted, high-quality plumbing services to Indianapolis and the surrounding areas. With over 200 locations and more than five decades of experience, Mr. Rooter is a reliable name in the industry. If you're searching for a plumber in the Indianapolis area, Mr. Rooter has you covered. We offer live support to schedule emergency plumbing services quickly. From sewer backups and leaking or frozen pipes to clogged drains and water heater repairs, you can rely on us for fast, dependable solutions. Contact Mr. Rooter today for upfront pricing and easy scheduling.
"High 5 to Luke for his support plus his assitance and focus, and pleasant disposition to get the work done. I'm very pleassed and thankful."
Patricia F on October 2018
English Excavating and Plumbing Co. Inc. is dedicated to providing the highest standard of quality and service in the industry. We provide our clients with the best value for their construction dollar. Hard work, ambition, safety, honesty, and the desire to be a superior presence in a demanding business have won our reputation of quality and dependability. Our company was founded on the premise that quality construction principals and attention to detail should be our standard. And it does not stop with the construction of a project. Service afterwards has always been a part of our tradition and commitment.
"Company came out promptly for the estimate and provided very reasonable quote for a sewer drain pipe replacement. Job was completed promptly and on time and to our full satisfaction. Would definitely hire them again for future work."
Carola C on January 2021
English Excavating and Plumbing Co. Inc. is dedicated to providing the highest standard of quality and service in the industry. We provide our clients with the best value for their construction dollar. Hard work, ambition, safety, honesty, and the desire to be a superior presence in a demanding business have won our reputation of quality and dependability. Our company was founded on the premise that quality construction principals and attention to detail should be our standard. And it does not stop with the construction of a project. Service afterwards has always been a part of our tradition and commitment.
"Company came out promptly for the estimate and provided very reasonable quote for a sewer drain pipe replacement. Job was completed promptly and on time and to our full satisfaction. Would definitely hire them again for future work."
Carola C on January 2021
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"They wanted $420 for a one-hour drain clean out. And that was with a $75 "coupon". Ha! I told them to get lost. With one phone call to another plumber and I found same thing for $150. Roto-Rooter must be a group of lawyers who do plumbing in their free time."
Chris M on August 2024
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"They wanted $420 for a one-hour drain clean out. And that was with a $75 "coupon". Ha! I told them to get lost. With one phone call to another plumber and I found same thing for $150. Roto-Rooter must be a group of lawyers who do plumbing in their free time."
Chris M on August 2024
Family owned and operated. Septic and city sewer services for domestic, commerical, and industrial facilities. On occasions we use subs for directional boring electrical purposes only. Charges a flat rate. Septic inspections for real estate transactions. All estimates are free. Family owned business since the 1940's
"They did a great job."
Debbie W on July 2024
Family owned and operated. Septic and city sewer services for domestic, commerical, and industrial facilities. On occasions we use subs for directional boring electrical purposes only. Charges a flat rate. Septic inspections for real estate transactions. All estimates are free. Family owned business since the 1940's
"They did a great job."
Debbie W on July 2024
Excavation - stump removal, land clearing, grading, trenching, footers, foundations, basements, utility work, drainage systems and swales - have been in the business over 30 years
"If you want a professional job completed this is your ticket. I needed surface runoff captured and redirected. Then my gravel driveway regraded then fresh stone put down. This gentleman was very meticulous in everything he did. He shot laser lines to ensure water ran off properly. Once he completed drainage, the detailed work preparing the driveway was detailed. He used 3 types of stone, combining the different sizes was to bind all inorder the compaction would be a solid drive. Then he bordered the driveway by fixing 4x6"x12' timbers and secured with lengths of rebar, to contain all the stone. He DID NOT cut any corners. He DID NOT short on materials. This gentelman was really detailed and took his time working this project. YES I would recommend him again. This was $$$$ well spent. GROUNDHOG, Thanks Again !!!"
Tom E on August 2025
Excavation - stump removal, land clearing, grading, trenching, footers, foundations, basements, utility work, drainage systems and swales - have been in the business over 30 years
"If you want a professional job completed this is your ticket. I needed surface runoff captured and redirected. Then my gravel driveway regraded then fresh stone put down. This gentleman was very meticulous in everything he did. He shot laser lines to ensure water ran off properly. Once he completed drainage, the detailed work preparing the driveway was detailed. He used 3 types of stone, combining the different sizes was to bind all inorder the compaction would be a solid drive. Then he bordered the driveway by fixing 4x6"x12' timbers and secured with lengths of rebar, to contain all the stone. He DID NOT cut any corners. He DID NOT short on materials. This gentelman was really detailed and took his time working this project. YES I would recommend him again. This was $$$$ well spent. GROUNDHOG, Thanks Again !!!"
Tom E on August 2025
Welcome to M & C Excavating and Construction! In business since 2024, we are a full service excavating company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. If you are in need of some excavating or building done or maybe have a future project you'd like us to look, be sure to give us a call today!
"Job was done well and in a timely manner. Cleaned up nicely when Job was completed. "
Danny F on August 2025
Welcome to M & C Excavating and Construction! In business since 2024, we are a full service excavating company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. If you are in need of some excavating or building done or maybe have a future project you'd like us to look, be sure to give us a call today!
"Job was done well and in a timely manner. Cleaned up nicely when Job was completed. "
Danny F on August 2025
Haven Services: Electrical & Plumbing is a local, family-owned business specializing in electrical and plumbing services. As a veteran-owned and woman-owned enterprise, we take pride in our commitment to providing reliable, efficient, and professional services to our community. We are your local electrical and plumbing team!
Haven Services: Electrical & Plumbing is a local, family-owned business specializing in electrical and plumbing services. As a veteran-owned and woman-owned enterprise, we take pride in our commitment to providing reliable, efficient, and professional services to our community. We are your local electrical and plumbing team!
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.
The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities.
When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.
The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type.
When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.
Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.
While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs.
In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.
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