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Avatar for Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.

Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.

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Carlos J Romero Grading and Paving Contractors, Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Carlos and his team did an amazing job. Very punctual, and clean. Carlos explained everything that needed to be done, and why. Carlos was very reasonably priced and fair. I highly recommend Carlos and will be using him again for an upcoming project."

Eddie C on August 2021

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Carlos and his team did an amazing job. Very punctual, and clean. Carlos explained everything that needed to be done, and why. Carlos was very reasonably priced and fair. I highly recommend Carlos and will be using him again for an upcoming project."

Eddie C on August 2021


"So far so good. Snaking of kitchen sink with very old pipes. Hopefully snake did not poke pipes. Only time will tell. Keeping fingers crossed. They did a good job explaining and triple checked for leaks before they left. Of course they tried to upsell and gave us a metal trap they did not quote us upfront for. We would have chosen it over plastic, but price difference would need to be cleared upfront. That's the only negative. Otherwise, thus far we are very happy with the result. Thank you for coming on such short notice and on time! Super appreciated. 4.5-5 stars."

Susanne P on December 2024

Amesos Plumbing, Inc. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"So far so good. Snaking of kitchen sink with very old pipes. Hopefully snake did not poke pipes. Only time will tell. Keeping fingers crossed. They did a good job explaining and triple checked for leaks before they left. Of course they tried to upsell and gave us a metal trap they did not quote us upfront for. We would have chosen it over plastic, but price difference would need to be cleared upfront. That's the only negative. Otherwise, thus far we are very happy with the result. Thank you for coming on such short notice and on time! Super appreciated. 4.5-5 stars."

Susanne P on December 2024


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H K & S Plumbing Co.

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H K & S Plumbing Co.

4.72(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
76 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Thank you for choosing H K & S Plumbing Co.! We are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service to all of our existing, and future, clients. We strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, service oriented company. No job is too big or too small. Call today!

"We had broken underground pipes that flooded ours and attached neighbors houses. We have a shared meter, with neighbors having their own shutoff, we did not. After 3 quotes, we felt most confident in Harry. He installed a shutoff valve for us, and now neighbors and us are not dependent on each other’s water. He then isolated and replaced the damaged pipes. He was able to do this without further damage to the house. He came in less than verbal quote and never tried to upsell, which was an issue with one of the other companies. We are very happy with Harry’s work, would highly recommend him."

Karen V on October 2025

Thank you for choosing H K & S Plumbing Co.! We are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service to all of our existing, and future, clients. We strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, service oriented company. No job is too big or too small. Call today!

"We had broken underground pipes that flooded ours and attached neighbors houses. We have a shared meter, with neighbors having their own shutoff, we did not. After 3 quotes, we felt most confident in Harry. He installed a shutoff valve for us, and now neighbors and us are not dependent on each other’s water. He then isolated and replaced the damaged pipes. He was able to do this without further damage to the house. He came in less than verbal quote and never tried to upsell, which was an issue with one of the other companies. We are very happy with Harry’s work, would highly recommend him."

Karen V on October 2025


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Campbell Services LLC

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Campbell Services LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 local quotes requested

Demolition, Excavation, Limited Access Campbell Services is a Demolition, Excavation and Limited Access Company, operating throughout the San Francisco Bay Area with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in clearing the way for whatever project you have planned next.

"The service wonderful. Craig and and his crew was so committed in doing their job right, they kept my feedback, they were very respectful of what I wanted, and they did the job really really well. I would not hesitate to recommend them. They were very careful and very attentive. The work was superb, I was very pleased."

Peter S on December 2021

Demolition, Excavation, Limited Access Campbell Services is a Demolition, Excavation and Limited Access Company, operating throughout the San Francisco Bay Area with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in clearing the way for whatever project you have planned next.

"The service wonderful. Craig and and his crew was so committed in doing their job right, they kept my feedback, they were very respectful of what I wanted, and they did the job really really well. I would not hesitate to recommend them. They were very careful and very attentive. The work was superb, I was very pleased."

Peter S on December 2021


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A&J General Contractors

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A&J General Contractors

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Business Description: We don't do small repair jobs, we only do jobs starting at $4000 At A&J General Contractors, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch electrical and home system services, including TV installation, alarm systems, home automation, and more. Serving the Pinole, California area since 2010, our team of highly skilled professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional service and unmatched expertise. We specialize in creating customized solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring that every project is completed with the highest standards of quality and safety. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our rigorous training programs and adherence to the latest industry standards. We use only the best materials and cutting-edge technology to guarantee that our work not only meets but exceeds expectations. Whether you need a simple repair or a comprehensive home system installation, you can count on A&J General Contractors to deliver reliable, efficient, and affordable solutions. Trust A&J General Contractors to bring your vision to life with our unparalleled expertise and unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction.

"A&J General Contractors exceeded my expectations with their exceptional service and quality of work. The project was completed on time, showcasing their commitment to efficiency and punctuality."

Fabiano A on July 2024

Business Description: We don't do small repair jobs, we only do jobs starting at $4000 At A&J General Contractors, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch electrical and home system services, including TV installation, alarm systems, home automation, and more. Serving the Pinole, California area since 2010, our team of highly skilled professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional service and unmatched expertise. We specialize in creating customized solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring that every project is completed with the highest standards of quality and safety. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our rigorous training programs and adherence to the latest industry standards. We use only the best materials and cutting-edge technology to guarantee that our work not only meets but exceeds expectations. Whether you need a simple repair or a comprehensive home system installation, you can count on A&J General Contractors to deliver reliable, efficient, and affordable solutions. Trust A&J General Contractors to bring your vision to life with our unparalleled expertise and unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction.

"A&J General Contractors exceeded my expectations with their exceptional service and quality of work. The project was completed on time, showcasing their commitment to efficiency and punctuality."

Fabiano A on July 2024


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Facilities Plumbing & Drain

4.80(
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Facilities Plumbing & Drain

4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We are veterans in residential and commercial plumbing needs. 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!

"They recommended a good solution for the occasional shallow flooding in the garage (installing a sump pump) They started soon after we submitted the request and they did a good job. Most importantly, the pump kept the garage dry through our seemingly endless rains this winter. There are 2 reasons I rate the job with 4 stars rather than 5. (1) The job did not pass the city’s inspection and a critical connection had to be reconfigured (after which it passed) and (2) there was some weirdness around payment on the last day of the actual work (before the inspection) in which the crew seemed unwilling to leave without a check and then were slowly driving around the neighborhood afterwards. When I brought this up with my contact at the company, he denied that the van was theirs (which it definitely was) and didn’t really explain or defuse the bad feeling this created. But … they did a good job and in this day and age that’s really important and can’t be taken for granted. I recommend this company with the suggestion that paperwork, permitting, terms of payment etc should be clearly settled in advance."

Lynn F on July 2024

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! We are veterans in residential and commercial plumbing needs. 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!

"They recommended a good solution for the occasional shallow flooding in the garage (installing a sump pump) They started soon after we submitted the request and they did a good job. Most importantly, the pump kept the garage dry through our seemingly endless rains this winter. There are 2 reasons I rate the job with 4 stars rather than 5. (1) The job did not pass the city’s inspection and a critical connection had to be reconfigured (after which it passed) and (2) there was some weirdness around payment on the last day of the actual work (before the inspection) in which the crew seemed unwilling to leave without a check and then were slowly driving around the neighborhood afterwards. When I brought this up with my contact at the company, he denied that the van was theirs (which it definitely was) and didn’t really explain or defuse the bad feeling this created. But … they did a good job and in this day and age that’s really important and can’t be taken for granted. I recommend this company with the suggestion that paperwork, permitting, terms of payment etc should be clearly settled in advance."

Lynn F on July 2024


Greentech Industry Inc.

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Greentech Industry Inc.

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General contracting firm Licensed and bond it. A-Z construction *demo *framing * plumbing *electrical * tiles *flooring * painting *complete remodeling

General contracting firm Licensed and bond it. A-Z construction *demo *framing * plumbing *electrical * tiles *flooring * painting *complete remodeling


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Path Forward Partners

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Path Forward Partners

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7 years of experience

Path Forward Partners, Inc. founded by David Grunat, Greg Noblet, and Craig Pelletier to provide responsive, practical, and health-protective solutions to our clients environmental problems. To each project, we bring technical prowess, creativity, responsiveness, and scientific credibility which enable us to find solutions that are tailored to overcome the specific problems at hand. Since forming, our core principal team has expanded to include Julie Hayes and Nicholas Loizeaux as well as our valued staff of experienced scientists and engineers. Environmental engineering, Environmental consulting, Air quality monitoring, Environmental consulting firm, Vapor intrusion, Environmental engineer companies, Air dispersion modeling, Environmental risk assessments, Soil vapor extraction, Vapor intrusion, Soil and groundwater remediation, Groundwater remediation, Environmental engineering consultants, Toxicology and environmental health, Groundwater remediation systems

Path Forward Partners, Inc. founded by David Grunat, Greg Noblet, and Craig Pelletier to provide responsive, practical, and health-protective solutions to our clients environmental problems. To each project, we bring technical prowess, creativity, responsiveness, and scientific credibility which enable us to find solutions that are tailored to overcome the specific problems at hand. Since forming, our core principal team has expanded to include Julie Hayes and Nicholas Loizeaux as well as our valued staff of experienced scientists and engineers. Environmental engineering, Environmental consulting, Air quality monitoring, Environmental consulting firm, Vapor intrusion, Environmental engineer companies, Air dispersion modeling, Environmental risk assessments, Soil vapor extraction, Vapor intrusion, Soil and groundwater remediation, Groundwater remediation, Environmental engineering consultants, Toxicology and environmental health, Groundwater remediation systems


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Better Rooter INC.

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Better Rooter INC.

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Better Rooter Inc. has 15 + years of experience in sewer lateral replacements. We offer both trenchless pipe burst replacement and open trench replacement methods. We offer free sewer video inspections with estimate. Located in Richmond Ca, serving all around the bay with reasonable pricing and honest opinion.

"Better Rooter was efficient, reliable, professional, and well priced. The work was fantastic and we are so happy we found them!"

Theresa C on February 2023

Better Rooter Inc. has 15 + years of experience in sewer lateral replacements. We offer both trenchless pipe burst replacement and open trench replacement methods. We offer free sewer video inspections with estimate. Located in Richmond Ca, serving all around the bay with reasonable pricing and honest opinion.

"Better Rooter was efficient, reliable, professional, and well priced. The work was fantastic and we are so happy we found them!"

Theresa C on February 2023


MAVCO Deconstruction DO NOT CALL

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MAVCO Deconstruction DO NOT CALL

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1997, We are a full-service Deconstruction & Demolition Company. We specialize in deconstructing for donation, to keep less from going to the landfills, make materials available for re-use, and get homeowners tax incentives for donating to any one of our partner 501(C)3 non-profit organizations. We also do hauling, trenching, and a number of other construction trades, to improve your home. We are CSLB Licensed (830631), Bonded, and Fully Insured. Please call us to inquire about all that we are capable of doing.

"They did a great job on all tasks!"

Todd B on November 2022

Since 1997, We are a full-service Deconstruction & Demolition Company. We specialize in deconstructing for donation, to keep less from going to the landfills, make materials available for re-use, and get homeowners tax incentives for donating to any one of our partner 501(C)3 non-profit organizations. We also do hauling, trenching, and a number of other construction trades, to improve your home. We are CSLB Licensed (830631), Bonded, and Fully Insured. Please call us to inquire about all that we are capable of doing.

"They did a great job on all tasks!"

Todd B on November 2022

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

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.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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