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Olson Plumbing
16520 Fir St
5.00(
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Olson Plumbing
16520 Fir St
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
42 local quotes requested

Olson Plumbing - Quality and affordable plumbing services. Trust our expertise for all your plumbing needs. Contact us today!

"Great! Very knowledgeable and friendly. Guaranteed work."

Erin M on April 2025

Olson Plumbing - Quality and affordable plumbing services. Trust our expertise for all your plumbing needs. Contact us today!

"Great! Very knowledgeable and friendly. Guaranteed work."

Erin M on April 2025


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Right Solution Plumbing
242 Maple Ave
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Right Solution Plumbing
242 Maple Ave
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
104 local quotes requested

I offer 10% off first home or commercial visit, all major credit cards are accepted, senior discounts, I work with contractors and offer a 30 to 45 day billing for businesses upon approval. 24 hour emergency service, and free estimates in most areas.

"They were on time, knowledgeable, professional, friendly and cleaned up after job was done. They will be our professional plumbers when ever we need plumbing service. They came on date scheduled and finished that day. Thank you so much"

Jackie C on December 2023

I offer 10% off first home or commercial visit, all major credit cards are accepted, senior discounts, I work with contractors and offer a 30 to 45 day billing for businesses upon approval. 24 hour emergency service, and free estimates in most areas.

"They were on time, knowledgeable, professional, friendly and cleaned up after job was done. They will be our professional plumbers when ever we need plumbing service. They came on date scheduled and finished that day. Thank you so much"

Jackie C on December 2023


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Prestigious Plumbing - Unlicensed Contractor
83043 Stone Canyon Ave
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Prestigious Plumbing - Unlicensed Contractor
83043 Stone Canyon Ave
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
30 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Prestigious 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.

"- Great work, very happy with it"

Jan T on May 2025

Prestigious 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.

"- Great work, very happy with it"

Jan T on May 2025


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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
23445 Haynes Street
4.25(
18
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
23445 Haynes Street
4.25(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
232 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

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!

"We recently remodeled our bathroom with McCormick, and it was a fantastic experience. Khaled was informative, patient, and genuinely helpful, guiding us through choices for a perfect design. The team’s professionalism showed in their punctuality and quality. Every aspect was done with care, from tile placement to lighting. The transformation is truly impressive; the bathroom now feels open and luxurious. We’re beyond pleased with the result and look forward to more projects with them."

Geoffrey C H on January 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!

"We recently remodeled our bathroom with McCormick, and it was a fantastic experience. Khaled was informative, patient, and genuinely helpful, guiding us through choices for a perfect design. The team’s professionalism showed in their punctuality and quality. Every aspect was done with care, from tile placement to lighting. The transformation is truly impressive; the bathroom now feels open and luxurious. We’re beyond pleased with the result and look forward to more projects with them."

Geoffrey C H on January 2025


RSF Construction Inc.
6910 Monte Verde Drive
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
RSF Construction Inc.
6910 Monte Verde Drive
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
217 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!


3BG equipment rental LLC
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3BG equipment rental LLC
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

3BG is an owner operated business with over two decades of experience in the industry. we specialize in driveway, grading, demo, concrete, underground, irrigation, land clearing, and retaining walls. we run on an hourly basis or bid price upon request.

"Excellent. I needed footings dug for a retaining wall and my back yard graded for a concrete patio. Dave and team knew exactly what to do and quickly formulated a plan. They were on time and completed the job in a timely manner."

Paul C on March 2024

3BG is an owner operated business with over two decades of experience in the industry. we specialize in driveway, grading, demo, concrete, underground, irrigation, land clearing, and retaining walls. we run on an hourly basis or bid price upon request.

"Excellent. I needed footings dug for a retaining wall and my back yard graded for a concrete patio. Dave and team knew exactly what to do and quickly formulated a plan. They were on time and completed the job in a timely manner."

Paul C on March 2024


Landeros Landscaping Inc
PO Box 1515
No reviews
Landeros Landscaping Inc
PO Box 1515
No reviews

Small family operated business. Licensed and Specializing in c27 landscape and c8 concrete. For any home needs to commercial work, the Landeros team brings nothing but quality work to the table. From start to finish.

Small family operated business. Licensed and Specializing in c27 landscape and c8 concrete. For any home needs to commercial work, the Landeros team brings nothing but quality work to the table. From start to finish.


Pacwest Engineering Co Inc
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Pacwest Engineering Co Inc
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Full General Engineering Contractor: Established 2014 specializing in Excavation, Utility installs, Septic Systems, Solar Systems, Grading, Paving and Concrete

Full General Engineering Contractor: Established 2014 specializing in Excavation, Utility installs, Septic Systems, Solar Systems, Grading, Paving and Concrete


DEVCO RT INC.
40625 Calle Fiesta
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DEVCO RT INC.
40625 Calle Fiesta
No reviews
2 years of experience

Site Development, Excavating, Grading, Earthwork, Underground Construction, Erosion Control, Drainage, Water & Sewer Lines As a certified Disabled Veteran Owned Business, we are not just constructing structures, our mission extends to building a better future for our fellow veterans and the local communities we serve. Our commitment to this goal is reflected in our every endeavor, from the quality of work to our unrivaled customer service.

Site Development, Excavating, Grading, Earthwork, Underground Construction, Erosion Control, Drainage, Water & Sewer Lines As a certified Disabled Veteran Owned Business, we are not just constructing structures, our mission extends to building a better future for our fellow veterans and the local communities we serve. Our commitment to this goal is reflected in our every endeavor, from the quality of work to our unrivaled customer service.


Johnson services llc
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Johnson services llc
No reviews
Emergency services offered

Excavation/electric company here to make your next job go smoothly. With everything from laser grading, installations of septic tanks, installation of conduit, installation of plumbing, and land clearing.

Excavation/electric company here to make your next job go smoothly. With everything from laser grading, installations of septic tanks, installation of conduit, installation of plumbing, and land clearing.

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Excavation services FAQs

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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