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A New Look Construction, LLC

5.00(
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A New Look Construction, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"Jason was very professional did a fantastic job on my deck.Clean up and haul away was perfect would highly recommend him."

Rick V on August 2025

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"Jason was very professional did a fantastic job on my deck.Clean up and haul away was perfect would highly recommend him."

Rick V on August 2025


American Timbermen, Inc.

4.42(
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American Timbermen, Inc.

4.42(
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Customers say: Quality work
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Thanks for contacting A&R Tree Service. We are professional in our approach and we always make sure we finish what we start. The next time you need help, call A&R for a quote! We're happy to help you!

"In February 2023 their rep came and gave me a quote to trim an apple tree and remove and stump grind another tree in my front yard. My son was being treated for cancer at the time and we were often not home because of treatments needed at the hospital. I paid for the service at the time of quote as I wasn't sure if I would be home when they did the trimming and removal in mid-March. No one showed up. I called in April and was told one of the employees had COVID and that was why no one showed up. I called again in May and was told that there had been too much rain for the equipment to come out and trim and remove the tree and grind the stump. In June I was told that I would be first next week and that they put my name at the top of the work list. They told me this again in July. Now it is after Thanksgiving. My tree has not been trimmed nor has the other one been removed. This company did not want to honor its quote and do the work for the services paid. I still have the work order that says paid in full that is signed and dated for Feb 23, 2023."

Dave D on November 2023

Thanks for contacting A&R Tree Service. We are professional in our approach and we always make sure we finish what we start. The next time you need help, call A&R for a quote! We're happy to help you!

"In February 2023 their rep came and gave me a quote to trim an apple tree and remove and stump grind another tree in my front yard. My son was being treated for cancer at the time and we were often not home because of treatments needed at the hospital. I paid for the service at the time of quote as I wasn't sure if I would be home when they did the trimming and removal in mid-March. No one showed up. I called in April and was told one of the employees had COVID and that was why no one showed up. I called again in May and was told that there had been too much rain for the equipment to come out and trim and remove the tree and grind the stump. In June I was told that I would be first next week and that they put my name at the top of the work list. They told me this again in July. Now it is after Thanksgiving. My tree has not been trimmed nor has the other one been removed. This company did not want to honor its quote and do the work for the services paid. I still have the work order that says paid in full that is signed and dated for Feb 23, 2023."

Dave D on November 2023


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Preban Farm Drainage & Excavating, LLC

4.83(
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Preban Farm Drainage & Excavating, LLC

4.83(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
7 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

5.00(
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All American Utility

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 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

5.00(
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Superior Corrosion Solutions LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 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

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
27 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(
645
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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

4.82(
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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

4.71(
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CementWorks LLC

4.71(
17
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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

4.97(
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Reasonable Tree Experts

4.97(
37
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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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

A perc test takes an average of around two hours, but it can range from one hour up to around six hours. Perc tests that require wider or deeper holes and those that require multiple holes dug throughout your property will take longer because there’s more excavation involved. The actual filling of the hole and monitoring to gauge the rate of percolation should take under an hour per hole.

Using a drill to bore holes in the stump's center speeds up the process, whatever method you use. If you don’t have a drill, you can still chainsaw or chisel the stump to make it hollow; it will just take more elbow grease and time. Steer clear of burning the stump to hollow it if you can’t drill some holes in it first. Otherwise, getting it to light, stay lit, and burn right through will be a challenge.

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