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Avatar for Efrains Brick Paving and Landscaping
Efrains Brick Paving and Landscaping
5.0(
21
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Overall Landscaping projects I have hired them for are outstanding. And I've hired them for over 20 Years all our patio and brick paver jobs are still holding up. Couldn't be more pleased with the work and professionalism."
Walkway
Walkway
Patio
Patio
Patio

+3

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
4.9(
22
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was impressed by their quick response to my emergency call. The project was more serious than I or they anticipated, but it was clear they knew what they were doing and performed the work within 24 hours. Pretty big expense, but they worked their butts off, solved the problems, and cleaned up afterwards. Nice people, too!"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+23

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Horticultural Service Specialists, LLC
4.5(
27
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kurt was very reliable and patient while listening to my ideas for planting. He made some suggestions that I really liked. Even after the work was done, he followed up with some watering instructions that were appreciated. I would rehire for any additional work I might need."
Landscape Design
CAD Landscape Design
Perennial Beds
New landscape beds
New lawn & landscaping

+11

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
NC Landscape Construction
4.4(
14
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! \n

Back yard patio
Driveway
Driveway
Driveway
Driveway

+24

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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T&K Builders LLC
4.2(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Highly Recommend T&K Builders We could not be more impressed with our experience with T&K Builders. From the beginning, Terry and his team were attentive, punctual, respectful, and professional. Terry personally walked us through the entire process from start to finish, including the design and material selections for our two-story, approximately 8,000-square-foot barndominium. Because we have a farm, we had some very specific needs. Automotive and RV parking were extremely important to us, along with a large, functional mudroom because we are constantly dealing with mud and farm traffic. Terry listened to what we wanted and helped design the space around how our family would actually use it. He and his team also continually worked with us to manage costs and offered different options when there were opportunities to save money without sacrificing the overall quality of the project. One of the things that impressed us most was the communication and oversight throughout the en"
Mall Dr Shell remodel
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greenlight Design Group
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I chose this company even though the quote was higher than the others because I loved the design.The landscaping compliments and adds to the value of my house. It's early but all of the plants seem to be thriving. I can't wait to see how it looks when the plants mature and blossom. Communication was great throughout. I especially appreciated the thorough directions for care."
Dry Riverbed
Outdoor Illumination
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Lighting

+38

Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

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

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

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 cost to drill a well varies, with a national average of around $5,500 for a 150-foot well. However, prices can fluctuate significantly based on several factors, including your location, the required well depth, geological conditions, local regulations, and the specific drilling methods used. For the most accurate cost assessment, it is best to research and get quotes from local well-drilling professionals in your area.

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