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"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"

Andrew D on October 2023

Basement waterproofing and foundation repair company. Family operated since 1957 with over 500,000 dry basements. Free consultations. Lifetime warranties available. Award winning company.

"Good work in general; our basement no longer sees water for over 3 years now, which is the most important thing. But there were some real issues: The biggest issue is that USW did not adhere to local electrical codes, and did not arrange for a final inspection of the project. So we didn't find out that it wasn't to code until years later, and now it's a big hassle and minor cost to fix and get the permits. Ask your local gov yourself what you need to do for permits and inspections; don't rely on USW! USW said they would seal any foundation cracks found along the way; they didn't do this until I bugged the warranty dept about it (but they did do it eventually). USW sent someone out for the "annual checkup"... over 2 years after the install. It's a good thing they (eventually) did, because they discovered the backup battery wasn't charging. Now I know to check this stuff better myself. Prices also vary wildly and are kind of negotiable (I'd give more detail but I'm out of space)"

Andrew D on October 2023


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Preban Farm Drainage & Excavating, LLC

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Preban Farm Drainage & Excavating, LLC

4.83(
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Customers say: Quick response
2018 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a full on drainage and excavating contractor. We do everything from grading, excavating, and various types of drainage work from agricultural, commercial, and residential. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very professional and fair price. Overall very satisfied"

Christopher A on September 2023

We are a full on drainage and excavating contractor. We do everything from grading, excavating, and various types of drainage work from agricultural, commercial, and residential. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very professional and fair price. Overall very satisfied"

Christopher A on September 2023


All American Utility

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All American Utility

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2018 years of experience

All American Utility 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

"He does pretty good work. He is a good guy and a perfectionist."

Bill L on March 2021

All American Utility 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

"He does pretty good work. He is a good guy and a perfectionist."

Bill L on March 2021


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Superior Corrosion Solutions LLC

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Superior Corrosion Solutions LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2022 years of experience

Superior Corrosion Solutions 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. 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.

"Cody did a great job and was on time, on schedule. Hes a proffesional"

Joe V on August 2024

Superior Corrosion Solutions 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. 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.

"Cody did a great job and was on time, on schedule. Hes a proffesional"

Joe V on August 2024


Gooseland Tree and Excavating

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Gooseland Tree and Excavating

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1998 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! We have been in business since 1998. We specialize in Excavation work residential and commercial as well as Lawn Maintenance & Tree Removal.

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! We have been in business since 1998. We specialize in Excavation work residential and commercial as well as Lawn Maintenance & Tree Removal.


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RJ Graham Plumbing Inc

4.89(
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RJ Graham Plumbing Inc

4.89(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Now Offering no credit check financing!!! Don’t wait get your repairs or projects done now for about the same interest as an average credit card!! Family owned and operated since 2007, we are committed to providing the superior service and value you've come expect, all while giving you the piece of mind you deserve. There is no risk with our 100% money back satisfaction guarantee. We will meet or beat ANY competitors estimate! Estimate must be from a licensed, bonded, and insured plumbing company( using licensed plumbers as required by law). Quality work at unbeatable prices. We cut no corners here which is why our Guarantees are among the best in the business. Call today to schedule your appointment.

"Steve arrived promptly to change out a faucet and to assess a shower head that was too high for us to safely reach. Steve replaced our laundry room faucet efficiently and solidly. Such a relief to have one that works properly. Steve recommended an alternate fix to our high-reach shower head. He will look through the hardware options and see what Graham can provide. At least, we know the direction to pursue."

Marion J on August 2023

Now Offering no credit check financing!!! Don’t wait get your repairs or projects done now for about the same interest as an average credit card!! Family owned and operated since 2007, we are committed to providing the superior service and value you've come expect, all while giving you the piece of mind you deserve. There is no risk with our 100% money back satisfaction guarantee. We will meet or beat ANY competitors estimate! Estimate must be from a licensed, bonded, and insured plumbing company( using licensed plumbers as required by law). Quality work at unbeatable prices. We cut no corners here which is why our Guarantees are among the best in the business. Call today to schedule your appointment.

"Steve arrived promptly to change out a faucet and to assess a shower head that was too high for us to safely reach. Steve replaced our laundry room faucet efficiently and solidly. Such a relief to have one that works properly. Steve recommended an alternate fix to our high-reach shower head. He will look through the hardware options and see what Graham can provide. At least, we know the direction to pursue."

Marion J on August 2023


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Town & Country Services

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Town & Country Services

4.82(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Town & Country Services is a full service plumbing, heating and cooling contractor servicing the residential and commercial markets of the Illinois Valley & Princeton. We are staffed by trained and licensed technicians and courteous dispatching and customer service personnel and professional salespersons. Our phone is manned 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and will be answered by a staff member eager to solve your plumbing, heating or cooling problem or answer your question. We are a licensed Illinois Plumbing Contractor and also licensed in all the Illinois Valley municipalities requiring licensing. A family business since 1919 we are well versed in the needs of the surrounding area. Cost is determined by the job. Plumbing License #: 055-00985. Additional DBA - Tonica True Value Sales & Svc.

Town & Country Services is a full service plumbing, heating and cooling contractor servicing the residential and commercial markets of the Illinois Valley & Princeton. We are staffed by trained and licensed technicians and courteous dispatching and customer service personnel and professional salespersons. Our phone is manned 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and will be answered by a staff member eager to solve your plumbing, heating or cooling problem or answer your question. We are a licensed Illinois Plumbing Contractor and also licensed in all the Illinois Valley municipalities requiring licensing. A family business since 1919 we are well versed in the needs of the surrounding area. Cost is determined by the job. Plumbing License #: 055-00985. Additional DBA - Tonica True Value Sales & Svc.


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CementWorks LLC

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CementWorks LLC

4.71(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family-owned business (and former employees of Allied Concrete Repair), building on over 30 years of experience and reliable customer service. Our goal is to provide honest, cost effective foundation repair and water mitigation solutions to our customers by employing a holistic approach to diagnosing and solving concrete and foundation problems - problems which can present themselves at any time during the life of the concrete or foundation. We have a unique place in an otherwise crowded market because our approach brings water mitigation, structural repair, concrete construction and concrete repair knowledge and experience together to meet individual and specific needs. As a professional construction company, you can expect us to adhere to and utilize our industry’s processes and procedures, including compliance with municipal building codes and American Concrete Institute (ACI) standards. At least one of our partners is present, from start to finish, on every job so you may be assured of the quality of the work performed. Because of our lengthy and diverse experience in this field, we are particularly well qualified to not only assess the situation accurately and perform the necessary repairs competently, but refer you to other specialists if and when necessary. We stand behind our work and our warranties are easily transferred.

"Excellent and do quality work. Anyone looking for this type of work should hire them they do a great job."

Terry W on March 2023

We are a family-owned business (and former employees of Allied Concrete Repair), building on over 30 years of experience and reliable customer service. Our goal is to provide honest, cost effective foundation repair and water mitigation solutions to our customers by employing a holistic approach to diagnosing and solving concrete and foundation problems - problems which can present themselves at any time during the life of the concrete or foundation. We have a unique place in an otherwise crowded market because our approach brings water mitigation, structural repair, concrete construction and concrete repair knowledge and experience together to meet individual and specific needs. As a professional construction company, you can expect us to adhere to and utilize our industry’s processes and procedures, including compliance with municipal building codes and American Concrete Institute (ACI) standards. At least one of our partners is present, from start to finish, on every job so you may be assured of the quality of the work performed. Because of our lengthy and diverse experience in this field, we are particularly well qualified to not only assess the situation accurately and perform the necessary repairs competently, but refer you to other specialists if and when necessary. We stand behind our work and our warranties are easily transferred.

"Excellent and do quality work. Anyone looking for this type of work should hire them they do a great job."

Terry W on March 2023


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Reasonable Tree Experts

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Reasonable Tree Experts

4.97(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in LARGE, dangerous tree removal. Payment is required at completion of the job. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call - or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"This crew was respectful, quick, clean and did a great job. I had them cut and stump 2 Crissom King Maples, stump , fill in the hole with black dirt and overseed. Highly recommended. Thanks guys!"

Judy A on October 2025

We specialize in LARGE, dangerous tree removal. Payment is required at completion of the job. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call - or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"This crew was respectful, quick, clean and did a great job. I had them cut and stump 2 Crissom King Maples, stump , fill in the hole with black dirt and overseed. Highly recommended. Thanks guys!"

Judy A on October 2025


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McDonagh & Sons Plumbing & Sewer Inc

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McDonagh & Sons Plumbing & Sewer Inc

4.86(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Mcdonagh & sons plumbing & sewer takes great pride with 15 years of experience! We are honest, reliable, genuine and trustworthy! We are constantly referred by our customers because of our great service and dedication to meet their needs! We offer free estimates! "anything plumbing, anything sewer, any time". Ertain areas are to subject a service fee *prices may vary. Discounts can not be combined, unless noted. Award winning. Additional dba - mcdonagh & sons plumbing and sewer.

Mcdonagh & sons plumbing & sewer takes great pride with 15 years of experience! We are honest, reliable, genuine and trustworthy! We are constantly referred by our customers because of our great service and dedication to meet their needs! We offer free estimates! "anything plumbing, anything sewer, any time". Ertain areas are to subject a service fee *prices may vary. Discounts can not be combined, unless noted. Award winning. Additional dba - mcdonagh & sons plumbing and sewer.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenches are typically 12 inches to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, your city or county may have specific ordinances that clarify the dimensions needed for the project. For instance, a water pipe may need to be 24 inches deep, but a drainage pipe may need to be 36 inches deep.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

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