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Lazaretti Construction Services

900 Cherry Valley Rd
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Lazaretti Construction Services

900 Cherry Valley Rd
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Free onsite estimate

Pipe & Valve Installation and Repair Sewer Installation Repair & Replacement Main Line Installation, Service & Repair Excavating Concrete Sidewalks Concrete Patios Concrete Driveways Concrete Curb & Gutters Concrete Garage Floors Interior & Exterior Drain Tile Concrete Foundations Concrete Basement Floors Concrete Crawl Space Floors Concrete Deck Piers Exposed Aggregate Concrete Dirt Hauling & Grading Garden Walls and Terraces Out-Door Fireplace Outdoor Pizza Oven Outdoor Fireplaces Gravel Delivery

Pipe & Valve Installation and Repair Sewer Installation Repair & Replacement Main Line Installation, Service & Repair Excavating Concrete Sidewalks Concrete Patios Concrete Driveways Concrete Curb & Gutters Concrete Garage Floors Interior & Exterior Drain Tile Concrete Foundations Concrete Basement Floors Concrete Crawl Space Floors Concrete Deck Piers Exposed Aggregate Concrete Dirt Hauling & Grading Garden Walls and Terraces Out-Door Fireplace Outdoor Pizza Oven Outdoor Fireplaces Gravel Delivery

R&R Plumbing Technicians

17801 Bretz Dr
5.00(
5
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R&R Plumbing Technicians

17801 Bretz Dr
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned company established in 2013 . We pride ourselves in multiple options with guaranteed pricing to handle all your plumbing needs from repairs , replacements , drain cleaning , remodeling and new construction

"If you are looking for a reliable, knowledgeable, prompt plumber. This is your company. The owner Rob is very personable and will answer and questions you have. It is very rare you find an owner that will show you different options and help you make an inform decision for your money. I would highly recommend R&R plumbling for any of your plumbling needs."

J T on April 2021

Family owned company established in 2013 . We pride ourselves in multiple options with guaranteed pricing to handle all your plumbing needs from repairs , replacements , drain cleaning , remodeling and new construction

"If you are looking for a reliable, knowledgeable, prompt plumber. This is your company. The owner Rob is very personable and will answer and questions you have. It is very rare you find an owner that will show you different options and help you make an inform decision for your money. I would highly recommend R&R plumbling for any of your plumbling needs."

J T on April 2021

BA Lines inc

6505 N Nashville Ave
5.00(
4
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BA Lines inc

6505 N Nashville Ave
5.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With years of experience, BA Lines Inc. specializes in all facets of home remodeling and repairs. Whether its remodeling an entire home or apartment, complete kitchen & bathroom upgrades, gazebos & pergola construction or drywall and painting, you can count on us to provide quality results at the lowest price.

"They were very responsible. They were on time. It took 2 weeks. They were detailed. I was so glad I found them. They did it quickly and beautifully."

Kamelia D on January 2020

With years of experience, BA Lines Inc. specializes in all facets of home remodeling and repairs. Whether its remodeling an entire home or apartment, complete kitchen & bathroom upgrades, gazebos & pergola construction or drywall and painting, you can count on us to provide quality results at the lowest price.

"They were very responsible. They were on time. It took 2 weeks. They were detailed. I was so glad I found them. They did it quickly and beautifully."

Kamelia D on January 2020

Varsity Group Inc.

1900 E Golf Rd
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Varsity Group Inc.

1900 E Golf Rd
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6 years of experience

Our Number 1 priority is quality. Our goal is to ensure you get durable, long-lasting outcomes to make certain your asphalt properties look great and last long term. We utilize nothing but the Top quality products and equipment to secure these great results. When it comes to asphalt paving contractors, experience does matter, and we put our expertise to work for you. We take the time to assess your property and discuss your needs and goals with you. We want to make sure that you get the right parking lot or driveway options, not just the fastest or most expensive solutions. It’s that attention to detail that can make a huge difference in your overall satisfaction with the result, we make sure to go above and beyond to take great care of you and your property. -New parking lot installation -Parking lot replacements -Asphalt resurfacing -Crack and pothole repairs -Parking lot striping -Handicap space marking -Parking stop installation -Concrete stop installation -Sealcoating -And more MINIMUM SEALCOATING CHARGE: $200 for 1,000sq ft or less

Our Number 1 priority is quality. Our goal is to ensure you get durable, long-lasting outcomes to make certain your asphalt properties look great and last long term. We utilize nothing but the Top quality products and equipment to secure these great results. When it comes to asphalt paving contractors, experience does matter, and we put our expertise to work for you. We take the time to assess your property and discuss your needs and goals with you. We want to make sure that you get the right parking lot or driveway options, not just the fastest or most expensive solutions. It’s that attention to detail that can make a huge difference in your overall satisfaction with the result, we make sure to go above and beyond to take great care of you and your property. -New parking lot installation -Parking lot replacements -Asphalt resurfacing -Crack and pothole repairs -Parking lot striping -Handicap space marking -Parking stop installation -Concrete stop installation -Sealcoating -And more MINIMUM SEALCOATING CHARGE: $200 for 1,000sq ft or less

Osher Construction

1115 W 79th St
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Osher Construction

1115 W 79th St
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Osher Construction is a professional remodeling company that has been serving the Chicago Land area for over 8 years . Our trained and licensed Contractors and Tradesmen have been in there field over 15 years . We pride on making sure every client is satisfied with our results from beginning to end. We specialize in : Plumbing , Carpentry,Landscaping , HVAC, Electrical, Exterior work Demolition , and small masonry projects . We offer Free in home Estimates . Reasonable Project for reasonable Prices.

Osher Construction is a professional remodeling company that has been serving the Chicago Land area for over 8 years . Our trained and licensed Contractors and Tradesmen have been in there field over 15 years . We pride on making sure every client is satisfied with our results from beginning to end. We specialize in : Plumbing , Carpentry,Landscaping , HVAC, Electrical, Exterior work Demolition , and small masonry projects . We offer Free in home Estimates . Reasonable Project for reasonable Prices.

Excellent Plumbing

785 Oakwood Road
5.00(
7
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Excellent Plumbing

785 Oakwood Road
5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quick response

We are a family-owned plumbing, sewer, and flood control business located in BUFFALO GROVE and serving Chicago and the - North suburbs - Northwest- Northwestern suburbs since 2002. We offer a full range of plumbing and sewer services. These range from remodeling plumbing and plumbing repairs inside and outside the house, to flood control systems, to storm interior and exterior drainage and flooding solutions, to new water service lines. We are licensed as Plumbing and Sewer Contractors in Chicago and Illinois North - Northwest - Northwester suburbs.

"price was very high"

Greg M on December 2021

We are a family-owned plumbing, sewer, and flood control business located in BUFFALO GROVE and serving Chicago and the - North suburbs - Northwest- Northwestern suburbs since 2002. We offer a full range of plumbing and sewer services. These range from remodeling plumbing and plumbing repairs inside and outside the house, to flood control systems, to storm interior and exterior drainage and flooding solutions, to new water service lines. We are licensed as Plumbing and Sewer Contractors in Chicago and Illinois North - Northwest - Northwester suburbs.

"price was very high"

Greg M on December 2021

PSP Plumbing and Sewer, Inc.

925 North Lawndale Avenue
4.65(
23
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PSP Plumbing and Sewer, Inc.

925 North Lawndale Avenue
4.65(
23
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

Established in the year 2000, Fully licensed, bonded, and formed by a team of certified plumbers, our family-owned company has built an enviable reputation among numerous domestic clients. Thanks to our commitment to providing excellent house sewer system and septic tank maintenance solutions and other plumbing services, we have formed numerous contacts and continue to forge new and lasting relationships with our clients. We also give free estimates. Contact our company in Chicago, IL to schedule a service with our plumbers. Available by appointment, we await your calls at 773 312 0588 where you can learn more about the services we provide. Available by appointment, we await your calls at 773 312 0588 where you can learn more, as well as detailed info about PSP Plumbing and Sewer Inc. We look forward to hearing from you. Give us a call today!

"I was contacted very quickly, costs were discussed up front, and appointment was setup for the next business day, the guys communicated the time and showed up within their range, and the work (major clogged drain) was fixed. 100% satisfied."

Jeff B on October 2023

Established in the year 2000, Fully licensed, bonded, and formed by a team of certified plumbers, our family-owned company has built an enviable reputation among numerous domestic clients. Thanks to our commitment to providing excellent house sewer system and septic tank maintenance solutions and other plumbing services, we have formed numerous contacts and continue to forge new and lasting relationships with our clients. We also give free estimates. Contact our company in Chicago, IL to schedule a service with our plumbers. Available by appointment, we await your calls at 773 312 0588 where you can learn more about the services we provide. Available by appointment, we await your calls at 773 312 0588 where you can learn more, as well as detailed info about PSP Plumbing and Sewer Inc. We look forward to hearing from you. Give us a call today!

"I was contacted very quickly, costs were discussed up front, and appointment was setup for the next business day, the guys communicated the time and showed up within their range, and the work (major clogged drain) was fixed. 100% satisfied."

Jeff B on October 2023

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The answer may vary based on where you live. Residential sewer lines are generally buried 5 feet to 6 feet under the ground. However, it's not uncommon to see pipes buried as deep as 8 feet in colder climates in order to ensure that piping is placed below the freeze line. Digging depth could impact your sewer line replacement cost.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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. 

Yes, you can technically make a crawl space liveable, but the only way to do so is by converting it into a basement. While some crawl spaces are big enough to walk through and store large items, they lack appropriate insulation and space to be liveable.

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