"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/addison/international-paving-inc-reviews-6529904.htm"},"position":2},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Pavestone Brick Paving Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Paul W."},"reviewBody":"Mario was very competitive on pricing, and explained the bid very thorughly. Ive never had the pleasure of working with such a professional contractor. Throughout the entire process I received phone calls explaining where the permit was in process, dates of install, and finish times. The crew was the most clean and meticulous Ive ever seen with both their hardscaping and landscaping. Our patio is truly exceptional in design and craftsmanship being installed with a herringbone pattern and outlined in a soldier row. Mario helped us mix 3 different brick colors to get the chicago brick paver design we wanted. Mario and his crew also set 4 piers that extend below the frost line that I will be installing a pergola onto. The city inspector that came to my jobsite actually said that hes never seen such meticulous work. The backyard was uneven and would flood due to the natural swail being filled with dirt and mulch. Mario and his crew excavated a 5 footy 2 foot deep swail lined with memberane and river rock. pavestone also regraded the entire yard with several truckfuls of soil. The sod was fresh and laid to perfection. Mario also gave me turf care and watering instructions. The yard looks like a golf course and even with a 4 inch rain in 24 hrs. the yard was drained perfectly. Although Pavestone is recognized as a top tier paver design and install company, they should also be listed as tops in landscape design and install. I am happy to serve as a reference and will always call Mario with my landscape and hardscape needs. Both my wife and I have remodeled several homes inside and out and have NEVER worked with such an honest and high level artisan. Great job Pavestone we absolutely love our backyard!
"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/des-plaines/pavestone-brick-paving-inc-reviews-4649360.htm"},"position":3},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"DeVega Concrete LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Robert E."},"reviewBody":"Fidel was quick to respond and provide an estimate. He showed up on time, quickly reviewed the property needs, and provided a written estimate within 24 hours. The work was provided within a short time-frame and delivered on-time and on-bduget. Fidel was also willing to provide extra services at no additional charge. (examples: movement and stacking of some pavers that were in the area of the yard being excavated, removal of additional yard waste as room was available in the truck) Overall, the company provided more than I expected at a reasonable price and was extremely responsive. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/broadview/devega-concrete-llc-reviews-430773.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Rob West Plumbing","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"BRETT C."},"reviewBody":"The job went very, very well. No major issues arose during excavation or installation. Rob's team was always prompt, professional, and knew what they were doing. I am confident that if there were any issues that came up, Rob's team would have easily found a solution. I am very happy with the job and am looking forward to not worrying about sewer back-up when we have our annual 100-year rains. Of the four contractors bidding on the job, Rob gave me the best price and listened to all of my ideas, questions and concerns. If you are thinking about installing flood controls or are having any plumbing issues, I highly recommend Rob West Plumbing."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/chicago/rob-west-plumbing-reviews-5538744.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"USA1 EXCAVATING","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Valerie H."},"reviewBody":"Mike, the owner came and talked to us and explained in detail what he was going to do. He was very helpful in making us understand the process. Once all permits were returned he and his help immediately got to work to get our system back functioning. With out U.S.A 1 Excavating I don't know where we would be now. Thank you USA 1 for a great job."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/mendota/usa1-excavating-reviews-5514526.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Thiesse Plumbing","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"John V."},"reviewBody":"The sewer line replacement was expertly done. A detail demonstrating the attention given to the work was the care with which excavated soil was moved to a garden area. It was distributed and leveled as though done by a gardener--a nice touch. The site of the work,which involved concrete removal, was left immaculate. The sewer rodding and video work was performed by Keith, a knowledgeable, hard working and courteous young man who toiled through a rainstorm without any evidence of rushing or cutting corners. The rodding work dislodged several major obstructions ignored by another local firm who never bothered to rod through the main sewer cleanout in our basement! The results of the video were reviewed with me. I like the quality of their work and the respect they show their customers."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/forest-park/thiesse-plumbing-reviews-74740.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Fortis Ground Works","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Celeste K."},"reviewBody":"This was the worst experience I've had with a contractor. Work was started but not completed, because their framing of the sidewalk and patio did not meet Village specs. The old patio was removed but additional excavation was needed. Instead, it was framed in such a way that the height of the finished pouring would not have met Village requirements. In fact, the finished height would have covered the bottom piece of siding and a downspout. The framing did not pass inspection and the foreman crumpled the rejection slip and said he would get an inspector that would pass it. It was at that point that we decided not to have Fortis complete the project."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/bartlett/fortis-ground-works-reviews-6212696.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"3D Brick Paving Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Cynthia G."},"reviewBody":"From the start, everything went great. Pete gave us an estimate, including a separate estimate to replace an existing sidewalk from the front of house around back and a patio. We got another estimate locally from another recommended contractor also. Pete's estimate was thorough and arrived promptly as promised. It was competitive with the other, yet a bit less for the porch work. From our original meeting I had confidence in Pete and impressed by his knowledge, flexibility, and confidence in his crew. We decided to only tackle the front project this year. The job started on time and every thing progressed quickly from excavation to prep to installation. The crew was excellent and very talented. The stones for the porch were well planned and laid out, as were the steps which were our biggest concern. The walkways were designed well and exceeded expectation. We have received so many compliments from neighbors and strangers! We will undoubtedly use 3D again!"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/des-plaines/3d-brick-paving-inc-reviews-92135.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"LONDON STONEWORKS LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"BRUCE R."},"reviewBody":"Roger and his crew showed up exactly at 8am (as promised), explained to me exactly what they were going to do and go to work. After excavating the area to be filled with gravel (the first, base layer), they discovered there was already a base layer there from a previous pad. It had just been buried under years of dirt. This sped the work considerably and they were done by 2pm. Roger said that because he had to use less material then expected (because of the existing base layer) and because of the time savings he would adjust his original estimate accordingly. Roger and his crew are terrific: gentlemen all around with a work ethic you don't see very often anymore. I'd definitely use them again."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/chicago/london-stoneworks-llc-reviews-108194.htm"},"position":10}]}
Excavation reviews from real Angi homeowners in Oak Park, IL
Last update on October 15, 2025
John F.
1.0
10/2021
It was a fiasco from the start. First the estimator pressured me into accepting their bid same day, in exchange for a "discount", which should have been my first clue. Then instead of bringing in a light excavator to dig out the trench, they had a couple guys with small garden shovels. Within...
Geoff C.
5.0
05/2015
Frank responded to our request for a bid right away, and was easy to get in touch with throughout the entire process. He let us know when his crew would excavate our existing driveway and lay the asphalt, and all work was performed on schedule, as stated. We would certainly recommend Frank...
Paul W.
5.0
01/2015
Mario was very competitive on pricing, and explained the bid very thorughly. Ive never had the pleasure of working with such a professional contractor. Throughout the entire process I received phone calls explaining where the permit was in process, dates of install, and finish times. The crew...
Robert E.
5.0
04/2013
Fidel was quick to respond and provide an estimate. He showed up on time, quickly reviewed the property needs, and provided a written estimate within 24 hours. The work was provided within a short time-frame and delivered on-time and on-bduget. Fidel was also willing to provide extra...
Brett C.
5.0
03/2012
The job went very, very well. No major issues arose during excavation or installation. Rob's team was always prompt, professional, and knew what they were doing. I am confident that if there were any issues that came up, Rob's team would have easily found a solution. I am very happy with...
The sewer line replacement was expertly done. A detail demonstrating the attention given to the work was the care with which excavated soil was moved to a garden area. It was distributed and leveled as though done by a gardener--a nice touch. The site of the work,which involved concrete...
Celeste K.
2.0
10/2008
This was the worst experience I've had with a contractor. Work was started but not completed, because their framing of the sidewalk and patio did not meet Village specs. The old patio was removed but additional excavation was needed. Instead, it was framed in such a way that the height of the...
Cynthia G.
5.0
09/2007
From the start, everything went great. Pete gave us an estimate, including a separate estimate to replace an existing sidewalk from the front of house around back and a patio. We got another estimate locally from another recommended contractor also. Pete's estimate was thorough and arrived...
Bruce R.
5.0
10/2006
Roger and his crew showed up exactly at 8am (as promised), explained to me exactly what they were going to do and go to work. After excavating the area to be filled with gravel (the first, base layer), they discovered there was already a base layer there from a previous pad. It had just been...
Award winning service is just a phone call away! J&S Plumbing is available by phone 24/7/365. You will always speak to a live person to provide excellent service for your plumbing needs. Just dial P L U M B E R (758-6237) from any Chicagoland area code: 312, 630, 708, 773 or 847. NO extra charge for nights, weekends, or holidays. J&S Plumbing is an licensed, bonded and insured plumbing contractor servicing the Chicago-land area since 1991. We provide a professional staff, licensed plumbers, rapid response time, technical skill & superior workmanship. We service a diverse customer base including hotels, hospitals, restaurants, apartment complexes, industrial facilities & property management firms. We also offer a wide variety of services ranging from residential and commercial emergency service plumbing, to full sewer & water service repair & replacement (including hydro jetting). No job is too big or too small. Take a look at our website http://jsplumbing.net for additional company information.
"Installation went very well, but at the end I noticed the floor anchors are sticking out too much and the caps are not covering them. After I asked the installer if he can trim it, he said he doesn’t have hand saw and cannot use his power saw to do it. He told me I will have to buy my own saw and cut it myself. That defeats the purpose of hiring and paying for a professional to do their job!"
Bogdan Z on July 2025
Award winning service is just a phone call away! J&S Plumbing is available by phone 24/7/365. You will always speak to a live person to provide excellent service for your plumbing needs. Just dial P L U M B E R (758-6237) from any Chicagoland area code: 312, 630, 708, 773 or 847. NO extra charge for nights, weekends, or holidays. J&S Plumbing is an licensed, bonded and insured plumbing contractor servicing the Chicago-land area since 1991. We provide a professional staff, licensed plumbers, rapid response time, technical skill & superior workmanship. We service a diverse customer base including hotels, hospitals, restaurants, apartment complexes, industrial facilities & property management firms. We also offer a wide variety of services ranging from residential and commercial emergency service plumbing, to full sewer & water service repair & replacement (including hydro jetting). No job is too big or too small. Take a look at our website http://jsplumbing.net for additional company information.
"Installation went very well, but at the end I noticed the floor anchors are sticking out too much and the caps are not covering them. After I asked the installer if he can trim it, he said he doesn’t have hand saw and cannot use his power saw to do it. He told me I will have to buy my own saw and cut it myself. That defeats the purpose of hiring and paying for a professional to do their job!"
Flo-Maxx is a leader in the sewer Industry, We are family owned and operated. We have all the latest equipment in the plumbing industry combine that with our reasonable prices you can't lose, give us a try!!
"It went well, liked their services."
Benjamin B on April 2025
Flo-Maxx is a leader in the sewer Industry, We are family owned and operated. We have all the latest equipment in the plumbing industry combine that with our reasonable prices you can't lose, give us a try!!
Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling is the winner of the Super Service Award each year since 2011, when we started our profile on Angies List. If you are looking for professional Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Heating or any type of HVAC services in the greater Chicago-land, area make the call to Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling! We put our customers first with everything we do. That is why we offer a comprehensive satisfaction guarantee on all the work we do, and on all the products we install. If you would like to speak with one of our experts and get scheduled for service, call us at (847) 468-0069.
"All in all good service but price too high"
Marian J on May 2025
Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling is the winner of the Super Service Award each year since 2011, when we started our profile on Angies List. If you are looking for professional Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Heating or any type of HVAC services in the greater Chicago-land, area make the call to Lifeline Plumbing, Heating and Cooling! We put our customers first with everything we do. That is why we offer a comprehensive satisfaction guarantee on all the work we do, and on all the products we install. If you would like to speak with one of our experts and get scheduled for service, call us at (847) 468-0069.
North Shore & Northwest Chicagoland Plumbing Experts. As a licensed, bonded and insured plumbing company, we take pride in our work. We are a dedicated and honest company, aiming to please every customer on every job. Additional DBA - Reliance Plumbing. Award winning.
"Excellent work. My expert Alex is so talented, and he explained everything that needed to be done, and the job was completed with impeccable timing and skill. He is also a great teacher. He showed me where an important cut off valve was located. Reliance Plumbing and especially Alex is now going to be my go-to for all plumbing projects. Thanks much."
Cynthia B on August 2024
North Shore & Northwest Chicagoland Plumbing Experts. As a licensed, bonded and insured plumbing company, we take pride in our work. We are a dedicated and honest company, aiming to please every customer on every job. Additional DBA - Reliance Plumbing. Award winning.
"Excellent work. My expert Alex is so talented, and he explained everything that needed to be done, and the job was completed with impeccable timing and skill. He is also a great teacher. He showed me where an important cut off valve was located. Reliance Plumbing and especially Alex is now going to be my go-to for all plumbing projects. Thanks much."
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"They had to come two extra times to fix the work that was done."
Jamal J on April 2025
When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.
"They had to come two extra times to fix the work that was done."
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.
"GREAT JOB! EXPEDIENT AND PRECISE!"
Nichole S on May 2025
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.
Aqua Doctor is a family owned and operated business, We provide plumbing, sewer and basement waterproofing services. We pride ourselves in quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. We would love the opportunity to earn your business and be your lifetime plumbing and waterproofing specialist.
"Uncle Rob was efficient and personable! Job was straightforward and he walked me through what he was doing and the function of the various parts."
Andrea H on April 2025
Aqua Doctor is a family owned and operated business, We provide plumbing, sewer and basement waterproofing services. We pride ourselves in quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. We would love the opportunity to earn your business and be your lifetime plumbing and waterproofing specialist.
"Uncle Rob was efficient and personable! Job was straightforward and he walked me through what he was doing and the function of the various parts."
With 20 years of experience in industry, Buildmax is your industry expert in DuPage county. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today & we look forward to working with you!
"Hasn’t started yet. But did hire"
Scott T on January 2024
With 20 years of experience in industry, Buildmax is your industry expert in DuPage county. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today & we look forward to working with you!
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."
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!
"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "
Collin C on January 2025
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!
"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "
Collin C on January 2025
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Excavating questions, answered by experts
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.
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.
There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.
The cost to dig a trench ranges from $400 to $1,200 per 100 linear feet, depending on the soil, depth, and width. Plan to spend $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching (it’ll be on the higher end if you have rocky soil). Renting a trencher costs $100 to $250 per hour, depending on the type of trencher.
Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000,depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.
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The Oak Park, IL homeowners’ guide to excavation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
The cost to re-level your mobile home depends on your home’s location, size, and whether it needs extra support. Read more about the cost of leveling your mobile home.
Excavation costs $1,500 to $6,300 for most residential projects—but it depends on factors like the size of the area. This guide will help you plan a budget.
If you’re building a new home, you might need to consider the cost of digging out a basement. Use this pricing guide to get an estimate for the project.
Digging a trench can take two to 12 hours, depending on the tool and soil type. Learn how long it takes to dig a trench and how to speed up the project.