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Aleman plumbing, inc.

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Aleman plumbing, inc.

4.85(
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Customers say: Quality work
66 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

We specialize in working on older homes and those problems that require unique solutions. We offer full residential plumbing services to customers looking for "long-term" and "efficient" solutions. We also offer commercial and industrial plumbing repair and new solutions.

"Promptly acquired parts and the two man team showed up and had things fixed, correctly. All done in a matter of a few hours."

Mike W on November 2025

We specialize in working on older homes and those problems that require unique solutions. We offer full residential plumbing services to customers looking for "long-term" and "efficient" solutions. We also offer commercial and industrial plumbing repair and new solutions.

"Promptly acquired parts and the two man team showed up and had things fixed, correctly. All done in a matter of a few hours."

Mike W on November 2025


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American made machinery

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American made machinery

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23 years of experience

My name is Odin thunstrom and I'm moving to Monterey CA. I have a catipiller 420D backhoe loader if anyone could help me get this machine to Monterey I would do the equivalent excavating work in trade please contact me

My name is Odin thunstrom and I'm moving to Monterey CA. I have a catipiller 420D backhoe loader if anyone could help me get this machine to Monterey I would do the equivalent excavating work in trade please contact me



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Aleman Plumbing INC

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Aleman Plumbing INC

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2 years of experience

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. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today! Any time

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. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today! Any time


Epico Systems

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Epico Systems

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Epico Systems is locally owned and based in Watsonville, CA. We have been in business in Santa Cruz county since 2004 with a Class A business license. We are preferred contractors with AT&T, City of Santa Cruz, Cabrillo College, and the City of Watsonville, as well as completing work for various local business and property owners. We have crews experienced in utility installation, tree trimming, concrete forming and finishing (including sidewalks, walkways, and pads), asphalt road repairs and asphalt driveway placement, retaining walls, concrete walls (trash enclosures, propane tank enclosures), landscaping, fencing, and septic/ sewer lines. Our equipment includes mini excavators, skid steers, compressor trucks, dump trucks, and boom truck for placing large objects,. All of our vehicles medium duty trucks and smaller which allows us to street park and fit into driveways as needed without taking up too much road space and blocking parking access to surrounding properties. We have the expertise and equipment to complete each step of the project from start to finish and everything in between without the need of multiple different subcontractors.

Epico Systems is locally owned and based in Watsonville, CA. We have been in business in Santa Cruz county since 2004 with a Class A business license. We are preferred contractors with AT&T, City of Santa Cruz, Cabrillo College, and the City of Watsonville, as well as completing work for various local business and property owners. We have crews experienced in utility installation, tree trimming, concrete forming and finishing (including sidewalks, walkways, and pads), asphalt road repairs and asphalt driveway placement, retaining walls, concrete walls (trash enclosures, propane tank enclosures), landscaping, fencing, and septic/ sewer lines. Our equipment includes mini excavators, skid steers, compressor trucks, dump trucks, and boom truck for placing large objects,. All of our vehicles medium duty trucks and smaller which allows us to street park and fit into driveways as needed without taking up too much road space and blocking parking access to surrounding properties. We have the expertise and equipment to complete each step of the project from start to finish and everything in between without the need of multiple different subcontractors.


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Verde Enterprises

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Verde Enterprises

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25 years of experience

Verde Enterprises Inc. was established in 2000 and is a general contractor offering construction services in terms of concrete, framing, excavation, land clearing and more. We handle various industrial, commercial, and residential projects in the Watsonville, Santa Cruz and Monterey area. Give us a call today!

Verde Enterprises Inc. was established in 2000 and is a general contractor offering construction services in terms of concrete, framing, excavation, land clearing and more. We handle various industrial, commercial, and residential projects in the Watsonville, Santa Cruz and Monterey area. Give us a call today!





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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It is a common belief that excavation is easier or less costly when done in the summer or when the ground is not frozen. Seasons have little effect on when excavation can occur; however, inclement weather can prolong the duration of the job and potentially increase costs. For this reason, those in rainy climates may opt for seasons with milder weather.

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

It takes two to three hours to trench 100 feet with a mechanical trencher or 10 to 12 hours if digging with a shovel. The total time to dig a trench depends on the depth, width, soil type, terrain, trencher type, and your level of experience. Digging in clay or rocky soil takes longer than soft ground.  

The completion timeline for an in-ground swimming pool project typically ranges between 8 to 12 weeks, depending on weather conditions, the complexity of the design, and any unexpected ground conditions encountered during excavation.

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