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S&N Construction

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S&N Construction

4.50(
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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

S & N Construction is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 6years of experience serving Lynn Center, IL and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Very nice young man. I was disappointed that they did not put plastic down under the mulch but other than that they did a great job!!"

Betty M on June 2020

S & N Construction is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 6years of experience serving Lynn Center, IL and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Very nice young man. I was disappointed that they did not put plastic down under the mulch but other than that they did a great job!!"

Betty M on June 2020

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Ramsey Enterprise LLC

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Ramsey Enterprise LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Residential and commercial customers full tree removal and haul away of logs, brush, and debris. We also offer to grind the stumps down below ground level which is an additional charge. Forestry Clearing We notch and drop large trees in a forest/clearing area with full removal of brush and logs. depending on customers request.

"These men were amazing and efficient!! 10/10 Hard working and professional! I will use them again in the future and recommend them to anyone!"

Sandra M on April 2023

Residential and commercial customers full tree removal and haul away of logs, brush, and debris. We also offer to grind the stumps down below ground level which is an additional charge. Forestry Clearing We notch and drop large trees in a forest/clearing area with full removal of brush and logs. depending on customers request.

"These men were amazing and efficient!! 10/10 Hard working and professional! I will use them again in the future and recommend them to anyone!"

Sandra M on April 2023

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Kaboom Rigging

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Kaboom Rigging

4.50(
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5 years of experience

Hi there. Kaboom Rigging Heavy Operating Services, LLC is a family-owned business of 3 brothers, Beau, Broc, and Rese. We have built a fleet and team of heavy equipment/laborers that provides expert tree removal, site prep, land clearing, and log hauling services. We specialize in residential, commercial, and municipal tree removal and excavating services. We have specialized skills and equipment to do the needlework of safe residential tree removal, the heavy equipment to move the big stuff, clearing acres of tree, and debris, and the teams to hand fall or selective harvest logging property. Our team has quality experience in disaster work for debris and tree removal. We provide emergency services to disaster relief projects. Call us to talk more about your project today! Or message to schedule a free estimate today!

"I had made serval calls last night to get a rather large limb removed from my house that was hanging over my AC units. I only received one call back and I'm sure glad it was Kaboom rigging. They came out removed the two limbs in question without causing further damage to the property. I would highly recommend these young men. Thank you for the prompt service! I would highly recommend Kaboom for all your tree service needs. True professionals and very polite young men."

Sharon W on August 2023

Hi there. Kaboom Rigging Heavy Operating Services, LLC is a family-owned business of 3 brothers, Beau, Broc, and Rese. We have built a fleet and team of heavy equipment/laborers that provides expert tree removal, site prep, land clearing, and log hauling services. We specialize in residential, commercial, and municipal tree removal and excavating services. We have specialized skills and equipment to do the needlework of safe residential tree removal, the heavy equipment to move the big stuff, clearing acres of tree, and debris, and the teams to hand fall or selective harvest logging property. Our team has quality experience in disaster work for debris and tree removal. We provide emergency services to disaster relief projects. Call us to talk more about your project today! Or message to schedule a free estimate today!

"I had made serval calls last night to get a rather large limb removed from my house that was hanging over my AC units. I only received one call back and I'm sure glad it was Kaboom rigging. They came out removed the two limbs in question without causing further damage to the property. I would highly recommend these young men. Thank you for the prompt service! I would highly recommend Kaboom for all your tree service needs. True professionals and very polite young men."

Sharon W on August 2023

bubba's trucking

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bubba's trucking

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We offer quality service at an affordable price! Contact us today about an estimate.

"Couldn't be happier. He was courteous, personable, got back to me when he said he would, explained different aspects of the job, asked my preferences, etc., and really did a wonderful job!! It's beautiful!"

Amy F on June 2020

We offer quality service at an affordable price! Contact us today about an estimate.

"Couldn't be happier. He was courteous, personable, got back to me when he said he would, explained different aspects of the job, asked my preferences, etc., and really did a wonderful job!! It's beautiful!"

Amy F on June 2020

Clem Tractor Services

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Clem Tractor Services

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10 years of experience

I have a small compact tractor capable of getting into small tight spaces for any outdoor digging or dirt moving project you may have. My tractor is small and lighter than bigger construction equipment so it is easier on your lawn.

I have a small compact tractor capable of getting into small tight spaces for any outdoor digging or dirt moving project you may have. My tractor is small and lighter than bigger construction equipment so it is easier on your lawn.

TVC Improvements, Inc.

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TVC Improvements, Inc.

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13 years of experience

We are a small, local, family business. We strive to give our customers top of the line, quality workmanship. All of our work has a one year warranty. We have very competitive pricing. You deal directly with the owner when we come for estimates, which are always free.

We are a small, local, family business. We strive to give our customers top of the line, quality workmanship. All of our work has a one year warranty. We have very competitive pricing. You deal directly with the owner when we come for estimates, which are always free.

Kjd concrete

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Kjd concrete

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Free onsite estimate

Owner operated

"Hired from Yellow Pages, to redo steps and sideway. a) Work was completed in a shoddy and hurried manner b) Left the work area with concrete pieces, cigarette butts, nails, and even a large iron rod strewn all over. Did not bother to clean up, damaged the lawn, with no attempt to fix any of it. c) The steps had large jagged gaps under it (not fully reaching the ground), refused to address it until I threatened to go the BBB with a complaint. d) When he finally did show up, he patched it poorly, leaving the front stairs to my house worse than before the project. e) One side of the steps still has a piece of concrete jutting out, which he hasn't bothered to address. I will most likely get this rebuilt in the future, I would advise others to not pay, until full inspection of work from this provider (I paid him in full faith, which was error in judgement on my part)."

SAJIT K on July 2018

Owner operated

"Hired from Yellow Pages, to redo steps and sideway. a) Work was completed in a shoddy and hurried manner b) Left the work area with concrete pieces, cigarette butts, nails, and even a large iron rod strewn all over. Did not bother to clean up, damaged the lawn, with no attempt to fix any of it. c) The steps had large jagged gaps under it (not fully reaching the ground), refused to address it until I threatened to go the BBB with a complaint. d) When he finally did show up, he patched it poorly, leaving the front stairs to my house worse than before the project. e) One side of the steps still has a piece of concrete jutting out, which he hasn't bothered to address. I will most likely get this rebuilt in the future, I would advise others to not pay, until full inspection of work from this provider (I paid him in full faith, which was error in judgement on my part)."

SAJIT K on July 2018

Collision Repair Center

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Collision Repair Center

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Collision Repair Center Inc., is more then just another "body shop". We repair all facets of an automobile, and on occasion, a motor home or semi-tractor for residents in the bi-state area.

Collision Repair Center Inc., is more then just another "body shop". We repair all facets of an automobile, and on occasion, a motor home or semi-tractor for residents in the bi-state area.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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