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P&E Solutions, LLC.
4.6(
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Serving O'ahu, HI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I have found P&E Solutions to be very knowledgeable, professional, thorough and executed a fast and thorough treatment. Their service charge is very reasonable for the high quality work provided. All work agreements were fulfilled efficiently and in a timely manner. The worker double checked his work and delivered a follow up inspection as agreed to ensure pest and lawn control treatments were effective. Iâ m very satisfied with their work and will continue to give P&E Solutions my business."
Response time6 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Sika Masonry
3.6(
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Serving O'ahu, HI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Sika Masonry to pour concrete for my driveway. I was very pleased and happy of the outcome. Sika and his crew were very efficient, quick and got the job done as told. I highly recommend Sika and his crew, he is honest and reliable."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate93%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lanea and Levi Excavating
New to Angi

Serving O'ahu, HI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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.

Home extension
Plumbing
Keystone wall
Keystone wall and planter
Graded for sidewalk

+3

Response time4 hrs
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Pipeline Plumbing Oahu L.L.C.
4.7(
35
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Serving O'ahu, HI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stuart had previously assisted me with several plumbing issues two years ago. Compared to other plumbers, I found him knowledgeable, very good at problem-solving, efficient, and thoughtful in explaining options. This year, my cast iron plumbing began to show signs of deterioration, but Stuart, along with his team, have diligently addressed a myriad of issues with patience, skilled work, and perseverance. I think any homeowner approaches major repair and remedial work with a certain amount of anxiety, but Stuart and his company have demonstrated proficiency and skills that I know can be relied upon."
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+21

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

Water lines are buried at various depths, depending on the type of line. For example, most sprinkler lines are buried between four and 12 inches underground. On the other hand, water mains usually sit between one and 3 feet below ground. However, they can go even deeper in cold climates to prevent freezing.

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.

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.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

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