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Wilkens TASC LLC

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Wilkens TASC LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

"Great quality service at a reasonable price in a timely manner."

Caleb B on July 2022

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

"Great quality service at a reasonable price in a timely manner."

Caleb B on July 2022


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S&N Construction

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S&N Construction

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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

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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



"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


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Northeast Residential Roof

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Northeast Residential Roof

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are the NORTHEAST RESIDENTIAL ROOF We offer residential clients comprehensive services from initial roof surveys, roof installations, to predictive/preventative roof maintenance programs. We partner with the best companies in the industry to bring state-of-the-art materials to your project. Our dedicated, professional staff is committed to providing high quality service and completing your project to your complete satisfaction! Beautify Your Home Replacing that old worn out roof, siding, or rain gutters not only protects your home and business from the elements. It increases your property value and beautifies both your home or business and your neighborhood. As an experienced roofing and home improvement contractor we can help you pick the right roofing, siding, or storm gutters, to protect and beautify your home or business.

"I was very satisfied with the work. They were very professional, they explained to me what they did and what needed to be done and showed me pictures. After the work was done, they took all the trash and left it spotless. I would definitely work with this company again and recommend them."

Lucia P on March 2019

We are the NORTHEAST RESIDENTIAL ROOF We offer residential clients comprehensive services from initial roof surveys, roof installations, to predictive/preventative roof maintenance programs. We partner with the best companies in the industry to bring state-of-the-art materials to your project. Our dedicated, professional staff is committed to providing high quality service and completing your project to your complete satisfaction! Beautify Your Home Replacing that old worn out roof, siding, or rain gutters not only protects your home and business from the elements. It increases your property value and beautifies both your home or business and your neighborhood. As an experienced roofing and home improvement contractor we can help you pick the right roofing, siding, or storm gutters, to protect and beautify your home or business.

"I was very satisfied with the work. They were very professional, they explained to me what they did and what needed to be done and showed me pictures. After the work was done, they took all the trash and left it spotless. I would definitely work with this company again and recommend them."

Lucia P on March 2019


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.


"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

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

Most municipalities require excavation permits for any significant digging, especially if the excavation affects utilities or public property. However, permits for excavation depend on your local government and the scope of the project. Hire an experienced contractor for your excavation job so that they can be the ones to deal with permitting, not you. 

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

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