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Last update on December 13, 2025

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P&E Solutions, LLC.

4.46(
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P&E Solutions, LLC.

4.46(
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Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to P&E Solutions, LLC! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"WARNING! Jonathan Chang, owner of P&E Solutions, does not have the skills needed to do any kind of remodeling. He said he would redo it, only if I paid for more material so he could "Try again". He would not return my $1400, and I had to hire new people to redo it."

Laura M on August 2025

Welcome to P&E Solutions, LLC! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"WARNING! Jonathan Chang, owner of P&E Solutions, does not have the skills needed to do any kind of remodeling. He said he would redo it, only if I paid for more material so he could "Try again". He would not return my $1400, and I had to hire new people to redo it."

Laura M on August 2025

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Pipeline Plumbing Oahu, LLC

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Pipeline Plumbing Oahu, LLC

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Pipeline Plumbing Oahu 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.

"Really amazing service, Identify the issue, and solve it within a hour.. He is very cool guy. show very respect and so punctual. Just love the result."

Alice M on April 2024

Pipeline Plumbing Oahu 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.

"Really amazing service, Identify the issue, and solve it within a hour.. He is very cool guy. show very respect and so punctual. Just love the result."

Alice M on April 2024

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Big Wave Construction LLC

5.00(
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Big Wave Construction LLC

5.00(
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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Big Wave Construction has over 20 years of experience in the grading and excavation field from small, residential work, to large, commercial projects. Focusing now primarily on providing the highest quality excavation and grading for hire on residential earthwork projects. Need something on your grounds prepared, dug, trenched, leveled, cleared, hauled, et cetera. Let big wave construction make it happen for you!

"We had approximately 1300 square feet of rock and mulch areas landscaped in our side yard. Gavin did an amazing job and went above and beyond our expectations! He did all of this in just 3 days. We highly recommend him and would definitely use him again. He was on time and fully explained what he was going to do and how it would be done."

Mark S on December 2024

Big Wave Construction has over 20 years of experience in the grading and excavation field from small, residential work, to large, commercial projects. Focusing now primarily on providing the highest quality excavation and grading for hire on residential earthwork projects. Need something on your grounds prepared, dug, trenched, leveled, cleared, hauled, et cetera. Let big wave construction make it happen for you!

"We had approximately 1300 square feet of rock and mulch areas landscaped in our side yard. Gavin did an amazing job and went above and beyond our expectations! He did all of this in just 3 days. We highly recommend him and would definitely use him again. He was on time and fully explained what he was going to do and how it would be done."

Mark S on December 2024

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Sika Masonry

3.78(
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Sika Masonry

3.78(
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17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our company 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 customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"Sika masonry did a good job on my Rock wall. The boss, his son Seloti, and Tim are all hard workers and have met my expectations. They are finishing off the privacy fence now and they know what they are doing. They work at a good pace and do know their jobs. If I need anything else done I will call Sikhs Masonary again."

Robert K on November 2025

Our company 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 customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"Sika masonry did a good job on my Rock wall. The boss, his son Seloti, and Tim are all hard workers and have met my expectations. They are finishing off the privacy fence now and they know what they are doing. They work at a good pace and do know their jobs. If I need anything else done I will call Sikhs Masonary again."

Robert K on November 2025

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Continental Mechanical Services LLC

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Continental Mechanical Services LLC

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10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With decades of experience in commercial and industrial projects and services, our company is proud to extend our top-tier mechanical services to residential clients. We specialize in plumbing solutions and backflow inspections as well as air conditioning installation, maintenance, and repair. Our expertise also encompasses HVAC controls, fire protection systems, commercial refrigeration systems and sheet metal work, ensuring comprehensive solutions for your home's needs. Our dedicated team is committed to delivering professional, efficient, and reliable service to enhance the comfort and safety of your residence.?

With decades of experience in commercial and industrial projects and services, our company is proud to extend our top-tier mechanical services to residential clients. We specialize in plumbing solutions and backflow inspections as well as air conditioning installation, maintenance, and repair. Our expertise also encompasses HVAC controls, fire protection systems, commercial refrigeration systems and sheet metal work, ensuring comprehensive solutions for your home's needs. Our dedicated team is committed to delivering professional, efficient, and reliable service to enhance the comfort and safety of your residence.?

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2K Construction, LLC

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2K Construction, LLC

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2K Construction, LLC 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. We have 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.

2K Construction, LLC 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. We have 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.

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Lanea and Levi Excavating

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Lanea and Levi Excavating

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3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Lanea and Levi Excavating 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.

Lanea and Levi Excavating 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.

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Steve's Plumbing & AC Service - Oahu

4.75(
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Steve's Plumbing & AC Service - Oahu

4.75(
24
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Customers say: Quick response
39 years of experience

When Hawaiian residents need high-quality and friendly plumbing, sewer and AC services, they know to trust a local. That’s why they turn to Steve’s Plumbing & AC Service. With a presence on Big Island, Oahu, Maui, and Kauai they have helped numerous customers throughout the islands get the solution they need, no matter the size or scope of their project. They assist with minor issues to major projects, even including sewer repair, pipe relining, air conditioning installation and even commercial and new construction. And they do all of this while never swaying from their reputation for outstanding service and total customer satisfaction. When the project demands the best, make the right choice and turn to the pros at Steve’s Plumbing & AC Service.

"Thank you to Santiago, and especially Jeremy & Anthony for fixing my sewer problem. Jeremy & Anthony did an outstanding job!! Thanks to Anthony for going above & beyond for making concrete repairs. Grateful, kupuna!!"

Lynn Y on October 2025

When Hawaiian residents need high-quality and friendly plumbing, sewer and AC services, they know to trust a local. That’s why they turn to Steve’s Plumbing & AC Service. With a presence on Big Island, Oahu, Maui, and Kauai they have helped numerous customers throughout the islands get the solution they need, no matter the size or scope of their project. They assist with minor issues to major projects, even including sewer repair, pipe relining, air conditioning installation and even commercial and new construction. And they do all of this while never swaying from their reputation for outstanding service and total customer satisfaction. When the project demands the best, make the right choice and turn to the pros at Steve’s Plumbing & AC Service.

"Thank you to Santiago, and especially Jeremy & Anthony for fixing my sewer problem. Jeremy & Anthony did an outstanding job!! Thanks to Anthony for going above & beyond for making concrete repairs. Grateful, kupuna!!"

Lynn Y on October 2025

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Little Big Plumbing LLC

4.86(
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Little Big Plumbing LLC

4.86(
21
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are license, bonded, and insured with over 15 years experience in all aspects of plumbing. We take pride in our work and it shows. Please don't hesitate to call. It is the little things that make the big difference. SECOND LINE IS FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY.

We are license, bonded, and insured with over 15 years experience in all aspects of plumbing. We take pride in our work and it shows. Please don't hesitate to call. It is the little things that make the big difference. SECOND LINE IS FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY.

Perlin Development Co

5.00(
10
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Perlin Development Co

5.00(
10
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a Concrete Company, We offer all types of Concrete services and Excavation as well

"We couldn’t have asked for anyone better. Fred was easy to talk to. He brought up aspects pertaining to our concrete patio and driveway installations. His knowledge put us at ease. We knew we were in good hands. Now almost two months later, we still find ourselves admiring the work done. We would call Fred again, hands down, for future concrete projects. Besides the discipline and focus, he and his crew were warm and friendly. It was bittersweet watching them go."

Cassandra B on March 2023

We are a Concrete Company, We offer all types of Concrete services and Excavation as well

"We couldn’t have asked for anyone better. Fred was easy to talk to. He brought up aspects pertaining to our concrete patio and driveway installations. His knowledge put us at ease. We knew we were in good hands. Now almost two months later, we still find ourselves admiring the work done. We would call Fred again, hands down, for future concrete projects. Besides the discipline and focus, he and his crew were warm and friendly. It was bittersweet watching them go."

Cassandra B on March 2023

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

Using a drill to bore holes in the stump's center speeds up the process, whatever method you use. If you don’t have a drill, you can still chainsaw or chisel the stump to make it hollow; it will just take more elbow grease and time. Steer clear of burning the stump to hollow it if you can’t drill some holes in it first. Otherwise, getting it to light, stay lit, and burn right through will be a challenge.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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