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BRG Properties, Inc.

4.88(
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BRG Properties, Inc.

4.88(
30
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We are a veteran-owned company offering junk/ rubbish removal, demolition, hauling, and dumpster rental. Licensed, bonded, and insured, the best service with competitive pricing.Whether it's a small or big project, we have you covered. We service all of Ventura County and the surrounding areas. License #1096336

"I’ve used BRG twice. These guys are fair on pricing, and show up with big trucks and muscles to get the job done. Incredibly professional and kind as well. You can’t go wrong with using them."

Tom F on August 2023

We are a veteran-owned company offering junk/ rubbish removal, demolition, hauling, and dumpster rental. Licensed, bonded, and insured, the best service with competitive pricing.Whether it's a small or big project, we have you covered. We service all of Ventura County and the surrounding areas. License #1096336

"I’ve used BRG twice. These guys are fair on pricing, and show up with big trucks and muscles to get the job done. Incredibly professional and kind as well. You can’t go wrong with using them."

Tom F on August 2023


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Johnson Plumbing - Unlicensed Contractor

4.86(
28
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Johnson Plumbing - Unlicensed Contractor

4.86(
28
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 years of experience

With over 25 years of experience, Johnson Plumbing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"He was on time, and was very diligent. I liked his work. I will highly recommend him to other people in the future. He is the best."

Shegun A on September 2024

With over 25 years of experience, Johnson Plumbing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

"He was on time, and was very diligent. I liked his work. I will highly recommend him to other people in the future. He is the best."

Shegun A on September 2024


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Prosper Construction Development, Inc.

4.88(
38
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Prosper Construction Development, Inc.

4.88(
38
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."

Marco T on April 2025


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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

4.31(
21
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.

4.31(
21
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

MCCORMICK HOME BUILDERS INC We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Leo was very helpful and quick to respond. We’re happy with how our 2 bathrooms turned out. Project was completed within the time promised. Our only complaint is that the workers did not clean up very well. But overall, we’re satisfied and we’ll use them again. "

Yolanda F on October 2025

MCCORMICK HOME BUILDERS INC We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. We are experts in all aspects of roofing projects and our services are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in both installations and replacements. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Leo was very helpful and quick to respond. We’re happy with how our 2 bathrooms turned out. Project was completed within the time promised. Our only complaint is that the workers did not clean up very well. But overall, we’re satisfied and we’ll use them again. "

Yolanda F on October 2025


Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.

4.43(
27
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Home Pro Remodeling & Construction, Inc.

4.43(
27
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your remodeling needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Great company! They delivered as they promised. Professional work from start to finish. You can tell the difference between old and new windows. Our house looks like new with this windows. Thank you for excellent work."

Nishma P on May 2023

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your remodeling needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Great company! They delivered as they promised. Professional work from start to finish. You can tell the difference between old and new windows. Our house looks like new with this windows. Thank you for excellent work."

Nishma P on May 2023


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Mor Construction, Inc.

5.00(
3
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Mor Construction, Inc.

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 years of experience

Mor Construction Inc. Southern California is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"I have only great things to say about Mor--friendly, efficient, honest, and economical. Mor is also very knowledgable about the permitting process. Our project with Mor was demolition of a residential property not worth rehabbing. They guided us through a difficult application process with the city that included numerous delays on the city's part. When the time came for demolition, Mor was fast, efficient, and handled the cleanup promptly and capably. I would recommend Mor without hesitation for a similar project. If mine was an indication of the quality of their other work areas, your project will be in the best of hands!"

Brian K on August 2023

Mor Construction Inc. Southern California is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"I have only great things to say about Mor--friendly, efficient, honest, and economical. Mor is also very knowledgable about the permitting process. Our project with Mor was demolition of a residential property not worth rehabbing. They guided us through a difficult application process with the city that included numerous delays on the city's part. When the time came for demolition, Mor was fast, efficient, and handled the cleanup promptly and capably. I would recommend Mor without hesitation for a similar project. If mine was an indication of the quality of their other work areas, your project will be in the best of hands!"

Brian K on August 2023


KP Earthwork & Paving

4.89(
9
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KP Earthwork & Paving

4.89(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

KP Earthwork & Paving brings the quality and experience you can trust to both projects large or small. Our attention to your specific project needs will help ensure all of your construction goals will be met. Please call us today for an estimate on your next paving or earthwork project!

"Ken is very knowledgeable and professional. My backyard was not draining well in the last rain after a garage extension. He graded the soil and built a paving stone walkway. When I couldn't find anyone to put sods on the soil, he took on the job and did a great job. I am very happy with the work."

cecilia n on July 2022

KP Earthwork & Paving brings the quality and experience you can trust to both projects large or small. Our attention to your specific project needs will help ensure all of your construction goals will be met. Please call us today for an estimate on your next paving or earthwork project!

"Ken is very knowledgeable and professional. My backyard was not draining well in the last rain after a garage extension. He graded the soil and built a paving stone walkway. When I couldn't find anyone to put sods on the soil, he took on the job and did a great job. I am very happy with the work."

cecilia n on July 2022


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805 Discing and Grading, Inc.

5.00(
2
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805 Discing and Grading, Inc.

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

805 Discing and Grading, INC is the Thousand Oaks area's trusted grading and dirt work contractor. With a life time of experience in the trade, our company has the expertise to handle any project big or small. Call today to learn more about our current service offerings!

"Phenomenal job! Highly skilled team and with a passion for grading and landscaping. The team has great attention to detail and they were all extremely respectful of my home during the full excavation, grading, and application of finishing rock. The team went out of their way to ensure I was receiving exactly what I envisioned."

Megan B on January 2023

805 Discing and Grading, INC is the Thousand Oaks area's trusted grading and dirt work contractor. With a life time of experience in the trade, our company has the expertise to handle any project big or small. Call today to learn more about our current service offerings!

"Phenomenal job! Highly skilled team and with a passion for grading and landscaping. The team has great attention to detail and they were all extremely respectful of my home during the full excavation, grading, and application of finishing rock. The team went out of their way to ensure I was receiving exactly what I envisioned."

Megan B on January 2023


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Emerge Demolition Inc.

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Emerge Demolition Inc.

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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! 15 years of experience in the industry.

"Right people for the job Know to work by the specs"

Edgar A on October 2025

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! 15 years of experience in the industry.

"Right people for the job Know to work by the specs"

Edgar A on October 2025


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NYM, Inc.

New on AngiNew on Angi
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NYM, Inc.

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
25 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.

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.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

Skunk digging looks like a series of small, cone-shaped holes on a lawn or around the perimeter of a home, porch, deck, or shed. The holes that skunks dig when searching for grubs tend to be no more than four inches in diameter and may be up to four inches deep.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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