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Titan Excavating, LLC
Titan Excavating, LLC
Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.
"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "
John B on September 2025
Titan Excavating is your local company you can trust. We have all the equipment necessary for any job you could ask for. No job too big or too small for us. We do everything from site clearing , driveways, grading , demolition and much more. We service a 100 mile radius and are open to working within the entire state. If you need us call today.
"Titan did a magnificent job on my property during the past week. I needed the following done: Grading work on my 3 acre property and three different types of rocks delivered. I also needed additional black dirt brought in to make it perfect. From start to finish the communication was excellent with Will. He let me know what time they would get to my job and everything that was going on during the work process. This is something that a lot of contractors just fail to do in my past experiences. They provide top notch equipment, with many different attachments for various types of jobs during the entire process. This ensures that the job is done correctly, the first time! Lastly, customer service could not be better. They (Will and Tim) stayed with the job until I was completely satisfied. Always keeping a great attitude no matter how many questions I asked. Even going the extra nine yards finishing the job better than I expected. "
John B on September 2025
Comegys Fence Construction
Comegys Fence Construction
Locally owned & operated since 1998. We specialize only in fencing. We do privacy, chain link and quality treated custom wood. We service all of the Des Moines area. Call or click for your quote today!
"Project went great from demo to clean up and install."
Tim L on June 2024
Locally owned & operated since 1998. We specialize only in fencing. We do privacy, chain link and quality treated custom wood. We service all of the Des Moines area. Call or click for your quote today!
"Project went great from demo to clean up and install."
Tim L on June 2024

Mid States Carpenters Group Corporation
Mid States Carpenters Group Corporation
FOR QUICKEST RESPONSE TIME, EMAIL OR MESSAGE US! -- 4x Super Service Award Winner, specializing in construction services such as Remodeling, Painting, Carpentry, Roofing, Decks/Porches, and Stucco. Our work ethic is simple, we concentrate on quality. We cannot offer cheap prices and quality, and I do not wish to do poor work. We also believe in taking care of everything you need. For example: I don't hire out my gutter work, we do it the right way, we handle everything including the rotted boards that may be underneath your old gutters, for example. We would prefer to paint our own siding, because I like to use good paint that makes our siding last! If you want cabinets or other woodworking, we finish the work so you don't have to set up a painter, and we install it. Those are good examples of how we handle a project. Also, it's simple to one stop shop with us, it's just easier! We wear all the hats that you will need on any project. As well, I'm the owner, and I'll be there to make sure everything is done the way it's supposed to be done, not what is necessarily the quickest or easiest method. Give us a call today for all of your construction needs!
"Great job, went above and beyond. They were able to speak with our insurance to get full roof covered instead of partial after a tree hit a section of our roof."
Todd A on April 2025
FOR QUICKEST RESPONSE TIME, EMAIL OR MESSAGE US! -- 4x Super Service Award Winner, specializing in construction services such as Remodeling, Painting, Carpentry, Roofing, Decks/Porches, and Stucco. Our work ethic is simple, we concentrate on quality. We cannot offer cheap prices and quality, and I do not wish to do poor work. We also believe in taking care of everything you need. For example: I don't hire out my gutter work, we do it the right way, we handle everything including the rotted boards that may be underneath your old gutters, for example. We would prefer to paint our own siding, because I like to use good paint that makes our siding last! If you want cabinets or other woodworking, we finish the work so you don't have to set up a painter, and we install it. Those are good examples of how we handle a project. Also, it's simple to one stop shop with us, it's just easier! We wear all the hats that you will need on any project. As well, I'm the owner, and I'll be there to make sure everything is done the way it's supposed to be done, not what is necessarily the quickest or easiest method. Give us a call today for all of your construction needs!
"Great job, went above and beyond. They were able to speak with our insurance to get full roof covered instead of partial after a tree hit a section of our roof."
Todd A on April 2025
Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC
Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC
We are Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC and we can help you with any home improvement and maintenance needs. With over 10+ years of experience in a variety of fields, we can do about anything you need! Fully insured and State of Iowa registered contractor. Some of our specialties include: • General household repairs and remodeling • Basements framed to completed living area • Attic insulation • Roofing • Interior\exterior painting • Deck design, install, maintenance, and refinishing • Siding • Window Replacement • Full mowing and edging services • Landscaping design, install and maintenance • Leaf clean up • Gutter cleaning and repair • Tree and bush trimming and removal • Concrete flat work new install, replacement, crack filling • Tuckpointing • Residential and commercial snow removal • Snow and ice removal from roofs and gutters • Ice dam prevention • Holiday lighting custom installs and tear down • Odd jobs, big or small
"CAUTION - when relying on Issac We needed our chimney rebuilt. Issac estimated it and finally we received a starting date. After, working an hour he said the job was too big for him. (some damage to our metal pieces). We request that he would paint it after we find another handyman. Once done he came back and quoted over $100 an hour to paint the chimney. He kept push us out on his calendar. We dropped him. He had us paid for the hour that he worked on the Chimney before exiting. Very poor communication if we are scheduled? If he is starting on the day he last told us? Problem answering texts."
Diane K on September 2018
We are Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC and we can help you with any home improvement and maintenance needs. With over 10+ years of experience in a variety of fields, we can do about anything you need! Fully insured and State of Iowa registered contractor. Some of our specialties include: • General household repairs and remodeling • Basements framed to completed living area • Attic insulation • Roofing • Interior\exterior painting • Deck design, install, maintenance, and refinishing • Siding • Window Replacement • Full mowing and edging services • Landscaping design, install and maintenance • Leaf clean up • Gutter cleaning and repair • Tree and bush trimming and removal • Concrete flat work new install, replacement, crack filling • Tuckpointing • Residential and commercial snow removal • Snow and ice removal from roofs and gutters • Ice dam prevention • Holiday lighting custom installs and tear down • Odd jobs, big or small
"CAUTION - when relying on Issac We needed our chimney rebuilt. Issac estimated it and finally we received a starting date. After, working an hour he said the job was too big for him. (some damage to our metal pieces). We request that he would paint it after we find another handyman. Once done he came back and quoted over $100 an hour to paint the chimney. He kept push us out on his calendar. We dropped him. He had us paid for the hour that he worked on the Chimney before exiting. Very poor communication if we are scheduled? If he is starting on the day he last told us? Problem answering texts."
Diane K on September 2018

Valenti Services
Valenti Services
Are you tired of being stumped? Call Valenti Services, the Des Moines and surrounding areas tree stump grinding & removal provider. Fully insured and licensed. Our equipment is newer and very effective, quick and leaves a very nice finish. The most competitive pricing and same day services offered in many cases as well as the option to have any grading work done after grinding services are completed. Tired of mowing around that tree stump that has been there for how many years? Wish you didn't have to look at it anymore? We are here to help you turn that eye sore into a space you can enjoy! Check out the link below & schedule an estimate today!
"Great communication and professional. Package price for multiple areas treated was very competitive. Brandon is also very nice and knowledgeable about his trade. Definitely not the poor treatment I’ve received from other similar services. Great job!"
Terence B on April 2018
Are you tired of being stumped? Call Valenti Services, the Des Moines and surrounding areas tree stump grinding & removal provider. Fully insured and licensed. Our equipment is newer and very effective, quick and leaves a very nice finish. The most competitive pricing and same day services offered in many cases as well as the option to have any grading work done after grinding services are completed. Tired of mowing around that tree stump that has been there for how many years? Wish you didn't have to look at it anymore? We are here to help you turn that eye sore into a space you can enjoy! Check out the link below & schedule an estimate today!
"Great communication and professional. Package price for multiple areas treated was very competitive. Brandon is also very nice and knowledgeable about his trade. Definitely not the poor treatment I’ve received from other similar services. Great job!"
Terence B on April 2018
Torgerson Excavating
Torgerson Excavating
Additional email - [email protected]. Additional contact name - Craig Torgerson.
Additional email - [email protected]. Additional contact name - Craig Torgerson.

Draintech
Draintech
Draintech, in Ames, IA, is your one-stop shop to solve all of your plumbing and drainage issues since 1990. We have an impressive amount of experience in unclogging drains and ensuring pipes and lines are running efficiently. Let our courteous, dependable, friendly plumbers provide more information or a quote for service. We are there when you need us the most! For septic tanks and systems, drain cleaning, septic pumping and more, give us a call!
"Terrible. Don't use call another company. They don't do it correctly so they can continue to come back. Instead of using the cutter the first time. They continued to come back without the cutter and still charged each time. So what should have been 1 trip for $300 ended up 4 trips for $1000. The 3rd trip they were supposed to bring the cutter but didn't have time, but still charged $75 for stopping!"
Cindy A on March 2021
Draintech, in Ames, IA, is your one-stop shop to solve all of your plumbing and drainage issues since 1990. We have an impressive amount of experience in unclogging drains and ensuring pipes and lines are running efficiently. Let our courteous, dependable, friendly plumbers provide more information or a quote for service. We are there when you need us the most! For septic tanks and systems, drain cleaning, septic pumping and more, give us a call!
"Terrible. Don't use call another company. They don't do it correctly so they can continue to come back. Instead of using the cutter the first time. They continued to come back without the cutter and still charged each time. So what should have been 1 trip for $300 ended up 4 trips for $1000. The 3rd trip they were supposed to bring the cutter but didn't have time, but still charged $75 for stopping!"
Cindy A on March 2021
Polk County Heating & Cooling
Polk County Heating & Cooling
Also DBA Mc Lint Inc. Additional address: PO Box 158 Polk City, Ia 50226-0158.
"Excellent information before the sale. Came at scheduled time and did work in a timely way. Excellent explanation of the system and how it worked. Return to explain the thermostat to me. I was able to reduce the cost significantly by receiving a rebate as part of the Energy Efficiency Rebate Program. It has also reduced my monthly energy bill. So far the new system has worked flawlessly."
Jean H on February 2018
Also DBA Mc Lint Inc. Additional address: PO Box 158 Polk City, Ia 50226-0158.
"Excellent information before the sale. Came at scheduled time and did work in a timely way. Excellent explanation of the system and how it worked. Return to explain the thermostat to me. I was able to reduce the cost significantly by receiving a rebate as part of the Energy Efficiency Rebate Program. It has also reduced my monthly energy bill. So far the new system has worked flawlessly."
Jean H on February 2018

Premier Plumbing, Inc.
Premier Plumbing, Inc.
Premier Plumbing, Inc. is a family owned and operated company serving central Iowa. With a wide variety of services available at top-notch quality, Premier has got you covered no matter the size of the job. We believe in doing the job right the first time. Call today to get help with an immediate problem, to schedule a consultation or just ask us a question—we're here to offer trustworthy service, every time. Licensed, bonded and insured for your protection.
Premier Plumbing, Inc. is a family owned and operated company serving central Iowa. With a wide variety of services available at top-notch quality, Premier has got you covered no matter the size of the job. We believe in doing the job right the first time. Call today to get help with an immediate problem, to schedule a consultation or just ask us a question—we're here to offer trustworthy service, every time. Licensed, bonded and insured for your protection.
Country Landscapes Inc
Country Landscapes Inc
For over 30 years, Country Landscapes has provided the ultimate in custom landscaping with innovative design and quality installation. Our locations in central, eastern, and northern Iowa serve Ames, Ankeny, Des Moines, Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Clear Lake, Mason City, Marshalltown, and the surrounding communities. Our staff is local to you and loves to landscape--let us help you with all your landscaping needs! Additional addresses - 1818 Dan's Drive NW North Liberty, IA 52317, 3210 Hwy 122 Clear Lake, IA 50428. Additional phones - (319) 665-6250, (641) 357-4919, (319) 321-7918. Additional fax - (319) 665-3010.
For over 30 years, Country Landscapes has provided the ultimate in custom landscaping with innovative design and quality installation. Our locations in central, eastern, and northern Iowa serve Ames, Ankeny, Des Moines, Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Clear Lake, Mason City, Marshalltown, and the surrounding communities. Our staff is local to you and loves to landscape--let us help you with all your landscaping needs! Additional addresses - 1818 Dan's Drive NW North Liberty, IA 52317, 3210 Hwy 122 Clear Lake, IA 50428. Additional phones - (319) 665-6250, (641) 357-4919, (319) 321-7918. Additional fax - (319) 665-3010.
The Ames, IA homeowners’ guide to excavation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

If you’re building a new home, you might need to consider the cost of digging out a basement. Use this pricing guide to get an estimate for the project.

Digging a trench is usually the first step in a larger home project. Our trenching cost calculator breaks down the factors that affect the price tag of this job.

Preparing for a big excavation project in your yard? Find out excavator rental prices by type, project size, and more to budget for your project.

Excavation is any digging into the earth’s surface, and trenches are a deep, narrow type of excavation. Learn more about excavation versus trenches.

A residential trencher will dig 1 foot to 6 feet deep, depending on the machine. Learn how deep a trencher will dig and which trencher to use.

Learn what demolition work is, when it's needed, the types, and the cost factors. Plus, discover why hiring a pro for demolition is the safest option.
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