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All Service Calls, LLC
4.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
4.9(
22
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Illinois sewer and plumbing is owned & operated by Mr Joe and family. We are a full plumbing and sewer repair service company that is licensed, bonded, and insured. We are fully committed to offering our customers honest, reliable, quality service, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Through dedication to our customers and our commitment to quality, we feel that we can offer you the best service in the industry. Free Estimates - Licensed, Bonded & Insured - Better Business Bureau Member A+ Rating - Owner operated.

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Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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AKDK Services, LLC
5.0(
46
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

AKDK Services 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.

Power washing
floor treatment!
Waxing
Shiny waxed floor
Palos Heights

+19

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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White Star Sewer and Drain Services
4.7(
15
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

At White Star Sewer and Drain Services, we are a small, local plumbing company that believes in honest work and reliable service you can count on. Whether it’s fixing leaks, installing new fixtures, or tackling bigger plumbing jobs, we’re here to get it done right the first time.\n\n$75 travel fee for quotes/consultations, Fee is waived if you move forward with the work .\nAll our jobs come with a one-year guarantee on parts and labor (just keep in mind it’s void if the work is altered or abused). We are NOT responsible for framing, drywall, painting, flooring/tiling, or any plumbing issues outside of the services we provide.\n\nWe take pride in helping our community one home at a time, with fair prices, friendly service, and plumbing you can trust.

Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
ELITE AND ELEVATED CONSTRUCTION LLC
4.3(
12
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"November 13 2025 I hired Elite & Elevated Construction & Excavation to complete excavation, footings, and foundation work for a large project I was working on. I invested about $55,000 in the project, and I couldn?t be happier with the results. The job was completed perfectly and on time, even though the weather conditions were terrible. We had snow, rain, and freezing temperatures, but nothing stopped Mario and his crew. They showed up every day, worked efficiently, and stayed committed to getting the job done right and fast. I truly appreciate their dedication because I needed the work completed quickly, and despite the weather challenges, they delivered exactly what they promised. Professional, reliable, and hardworking team. I would definitely recommend Elite & Elevated Construction & Excavation, and I will absolutely hire them again to install my concrete driveway in the future"
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
Gooseland Tree and Excavating
3.5(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

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!\nWe 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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3.4(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.\n\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Last step junk removal
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hello my name Is isaak, I own last step junk removal we operate in Elgin il, and we specialize in junk removal in residential and commercial buildings, like, furniture BAG OF JUNK, TVS, etc \nFree estimates via message or email\nWe would love the opportunity to work with you,

Tree debris/ leaves
Tree debris/ leaves
Tree debris/ leaves
House clean outs
House clean outs

+4

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Landscaping Services
4.3(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Landscaping Services 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.

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Sod Installation
Sod Installation
Sod Installation
Sod Installation

+10

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Novell Landscape Service, Inc.
3.2(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Novell Landscape Service was founded with one goal in mind- to provide a full range of superior landscaping services, including landscaping, lawn maintenance, at affordable rates. Our company has grown over the years from a two person operation into a full staff of professionals able to meet your every landscaping need. We understand that the outdoor aesthetic of your home is just as important as the interior! Let our team of professionals consult with you to determine your exact needs.

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

Maintain open communication and address issues as they arise, ensuring contract terms cover potential delays.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

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