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LT Excavating
LT Excavating
We are a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity above all else. We pride ourselves on our quality of work and ability to execute meticulous work at a fast pace! With over 8 years of industry experience we know what it takes to do the job right the first time! We look forward to building a lasting relationship with each one of our clients.
"Luke and Trent are exemplary and knowledgeable professionals. Their quote was very reasonable. They showed up at the exact time and day the promised. These men are courteous and very professional. They had a few obstacles to maneuver around, as they were digging out the hole for the egress window. They did it with great skill and precision. My wife and I are grateful we found this company to do our work. 5 STARS +++"
Jim B on June 2024
We are a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity above all else. We pride ourselves on our quality of work and ability to execute meticulous work at a fast pace! With over 8 years of industry experience we know what it takes to do the job right the first time! We look forward to building a lasting relationship with each one of our clients.
"Luke and Trent are exemplary and knowledgeable professionals. Their quote was very reasonable. They showed up at the exact time and day the promised. These men are courteous and very professional. They had a few obstacles to maneuver around, as they were digging out the hole for the egress window. They did it with great skill and precision. My wife and I are grateful we found this company to do our work. 5 STARS +++"
Jim B on June 2024
McGovern & Sons, LLC
McGovern & Sons, LLC
McGovern & Sons, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things, that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"Kory went out of his way to do some work for me. He went above and beyond."
Brett B on October 2018
McGovern & Sons, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things, that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"Kory went out of his way to do some work for me. He went above and beyond."
Brett B on October 2018
Applegate Excavating & Sewer Service
Applegate Excavating & Sewer Service
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of excavation and sewer services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Good work"
Jerry P on January 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of excavation and sewer services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Good work"
Jerry P on January 2023

Sprocket Excavating, LLC
Sprocket Excavating, LLC
Sprocket 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.
Sprocket 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.
Total Plumbing & Heating LTD
Total Plumbing & Heating LTD
20 employees. Occasionally uses subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Service charges apply. Extra charge for after hours service.
20 employees. Occasionally uses subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Service charges apply. Extra charge for after hours service.
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Services
Additional phone - (800) 438-7686, (217) 367-9427, (217) 358-8730. Additional DBAs - Roto-Rooter Group Inc, Roto-Rooter.
"After a sewage overflow they tore up the bottom two feet of the walls and the flooring. They also repaired a section of old clay piping in the yard."
Sue L on October 2024
Additional phone - (800) 438-7686, (217) 367-9427, (217) 358-8730. Additional DBAs - Roto-Rooter Group Inc, Roto-Rooter.
"After a sewage overflow they tore up the bottom two feet of the walls and the flooring. They also repaired a section of old clay piping in the yard."
Sue L on October 2024

Springfield Gutters Inc
Springfield Gutters Inc
Residential and Commercial gutter installation. Various leaf protection systems. Exclusive Gutter Dome provider, voted #1 leaf protection system. www.gutterdome.com Drainage tile systems installed. Rain Barrel and Rain chain installations. Soffit and Fascia repairs. TV tower removal..
"I am completely disappointed and appalled with this company. I received the worst customer service and professional I have ever experienced with a "professional" company. The gentleman who came to my house to do the free estimate wrote the quote on the back of his business card as the "official quote." He said they could get the work done in the next 2 weeks, which I was impressed with because gutter companies are super busy right now. So I said that sounds great and he would be in touch to schedule an appointment, giving me a chance to quote a couple other companies and have the option to say no if I found a better deal. Two days later some guys show up at my house at 8 AM in an unmarked truck saying they were at my house to do the gutter work. I had not received an official quote OR a written or verbal notification of the appointment. Fortunately for them, I needed my gutters fixed as soon as possible and they had a comparable price, so I let them do the work. Immediately the workers started blaring their music which woke up my stay at home mom neighbor and her daughter, they were extremely unhappy!! The workers also left cigarette butts, screws and other debris all over my driveway, yard, and on the street in front of my house!! The work was done in a timely manner and it seemed like they did good work so that is a plus to this all. THEN I started getting hounded by the manager of the company about a payment. I had still not received ANY formal information what I would be paying for, and I had to ask multiple times for it to be given to me before I gave them a payment. On the quote it said I did not have to pay until January, however my phone was getting blown up for a payment (and they were not accepting of the payment to be mailed in with the quote for my own validity purposes). Then, a few days later, the owner of the company emailed me to get a free estimate on my house?!?!?! AND the guy who had already come to my house to do the estimate called me again to schedule an appointment. I was completely taken back that they had no record of my address or having the work documented in their system. FINALLY, once I had a verbal conversation with both the owner and manager, I realized there was a warrantee on the products put on my house but was never given the information of that, even from the beginning quote (remember the price was written on the back of a business card). So they promised to email that information in case anything were to happen I knew what was covered and how to go about getting things replaced. But, over a week later I still have not received an email with all this information; it is NOT MY JOB TO HAVE TO AS FOR THIS INFORMATION!!!!! All in all, the gutters are great and I am impressed with the quickness of getting them up; BUT everything else about this company is a complete disaster and a mess. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THEM TO ANYONE ELSE, PICK ANOTHER COMPARABLE COMPANY WHO WILL GIVE YOU THE CORRECT PAPERWORK AND INFORMATION FROM THE BEGINNING!"
Stacy A on December 2020
Residential and Commercial gutter installation. Various leaf protection systems. Exclusive Gutter Dome provider, voted #1 leaf protection system. www.gutterdome.com Drainage tile systems installed. Rain Barrel and Rain chain installations. Soffit and Fascia repairs. TV tower removal..
"I am completely disappointed and appalled with this company. I received the worst customer service and professional I have ever experienced with a "professional" company. The gentleman who came to my house to do the free estimate wrote the quote on the back of his business card as the "official quote." He said they could get the work done in the next 2 weeks, which I was impressed with because gutter companies are super busy right now. So I said that sounds great and he would be in touch to schedule an appointment, giving me a chance to quote a couple other companies and have the option to say no if I found a better deal. Two days later some guys show up at my house at 8 AM in an unmarked truck saying they were at my house to do the gutter work. I had not received an official quote OR a written or verbal notification of the appointment. Fortunately for them, I needed my gutters fixed as soon as possible and they had a comparable price, so I let them do the work. Immediately the workers started blaring their music which woke up my stay at home mom neighbor and her daughter, they were extremely unhappy!! The workers also left cigarette butts, screws and other debris all over my driveway, yard, and on the street in front of my house!! The work was done in a timely manner and it seemed like they did good work so that is a plus to this all. THEN I started getting hounded by the manager of the company about a payment. I had still not received ANY formal information what I would be paying for, and I had to ask multiple times for it to be given to me before I gave them a payment. On the quote it said I did not have to pay until January, however my phone was getting blown up for a payment (and they were not accepting of the payment to be mailed in with the quote for my own validity purposes). Then, a few days later, the owner of the company emailed me to get a free estimate on my house?!?!?! AND the guy who had already come to my house to do the estimate called me again to schedule an appointment. I was completely taken back that they had no record of my address or having the work documented in their system. FINALLY, once I had a verbal conversation with both the owner and manager, I realized there was a warrantee on the products put on my house but was never given the information of that, even from the beginning quote (remember the price was written on the back of a business card). So they promised to email that information in case anything were to happen I knew what was covered and how to go about getting things replaced. But, over a week later I still have not received an email with all this information; it is NOT MY JOB TO HAVE TO AS FOR THIS INFORMATION!!!!! All in all, the gutters are great and I am impressed with the quickness of getting them up; BUT everything else about this company is a complete disaster and a mess. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THEM TO ANYONE ELSE, PICK ANOTHER COMPARABLE COMPANY WHO WILL GIVE YOU THE CORRECT PAPERWORK AND INFORMATION FROM THE BEGINNING!"
Stacy A on December 2020

Illini Waterproofing LLC
Illini Waterproofing LLC
Traditional skills combined with superior technique and expertise - that's what separates us from the rest. We are proud to say most of our jobs are referral business from satisfied customers. Whether it's a customized job or for our standard services, you can rely on us! At Illini Waterproofing, LLC, we offer a full range of services to meet your needs. Find out how we can help you today! With significant experience in the industry, our highly-skilled, knowledgeable employees will go above and beyond to complete your job. Family owned & operated. Financing available. Additional phone - (877) 236-2942.
Traditional skills combined with superior technique and expertise - that's what separates us from the rest. We are proud to say most of our jobs are referral business from satisfied customers. Whether it's a customized job or for our standard services, you can rely on us! At Illini Waterproofing, LLC, we offer a full range of services to meet your needs. Find out how we can help you today! With significant experience in the industry, our highly-skilled, knowledgeable employees will go above and beyond to complete your job. Family owned & operated. Financing available. Additional phone - (877) 236-2942.
Stark Concrete Co
Stark Concrete Co
I have 17 years of concrete experience and have been working for myself for 10 years. I am also an accredited business with the Better Business Bureau.
I have 17 years of concrete experience and have been working for myself for 10 years. I am also an accredited business with the Better Business Bureau.
Tom Eddington Plumbing & Trenching
Tom Eddington Plumbing & Trenching
Tom Eddington Plumbing & Trenching is a full service plumbing company that started in business in 1964. As our company was built on trenching for foundations and new water services we slowly expanded our company into a full service plumbing company. We are fully licensed and insured.
Tom Eddington Plumbing & Trenching is a full service plumbing company that started in business in 1964. As our company was built on trenching for foundations and new water services we slowly expanded our company into a full service plumbing company. We are fully licensed and insured.
The Athens, IL homeowners’ guide to excavation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

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.

Excavation costs $1,500 to $6,300 for most residential projects—but it depends on factors like the size of the area. This guide will help you plan a budget.

If you need to dig a trench, you might be tempted to do it yourself instead of hiring a pro. So, how much does it cost to rent a trencher? Let’s break it down.

Planning a yard project? Know when to call 811 to keep you safe while avoiding expensive damage to underground utilities.

When prepping a trench, you may ask, “Will a trencher cut through roots?” Learn how a trencher can effectively complete your excavation project with this guide.

Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s longer than it is wide. Here’s what you need to know about trenching—including doing it safely.
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