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B&H Contracting LLC

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B&H Contracting LLC

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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We specialize in general construction, interior and exterior remodeling, as well as concrete. We are a team of 2 that get the job done right and in a timely manner. We know materials are expensive which is why we are fair on price to not kill the bank.

"Did very clean and quick work made everything they did look easy "

Austyn H on July 2025

We specialize in general construction, interior and exterior remodeling, as well as concrete. We are a team of 2 that get the job done right and in a timely manner. We know materials are expensive which is why we are fair on price to not kill the bank.

"Did very clean and quick work made everything they did look easy "

Austyn H on July 2025

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Bushwhacker Excavating and Forestry Management

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Bushwhacker Excavating and Forestry Management

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33 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are 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. 30 + years experience!

"Nasty man. Did half the job then quit. Berated his boy the whole day on the job then ran and quit when he screwed up twice. Tore the hell up out of my yard. Run from this horrible person."

Paul B on August 2025

We are 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. 30 + years experience!

"Nasty man. Did half the job then quit. Berated his boy the whole day on the job then ran and quit when he screwed up twice. Tore the hell up out of my yard. Run from this horrible person."

Paul B on August 2025

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McDonagh & Sons Plumbing & Sewer Inc

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McDonagh & Sons Plumbing & Sewer Inc

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Mcdonagh & sons plumbing & sewer takes great pride with 15 years of experience! We are honest, reliable, genuine and trustworthy! We are constantly referred by our customers because of our great service and dedication to meet their needs! We offer free estimates! "anything plumbing, anything sewer, any time". Ertain areas are to subject a service fee *prices may vary. Discounts can not be combined, unless noted. Award winning. Additional dba - mcdonagh & sons plumbing and sewer.

Mcdonagh & sons plumbing & sewer takes great pride with 15 years of experience! We are honest, reliable, genuine and trustworthy! We are constantly referred by our customers because of our great service and dedication to meet their needs! We offer free estimates! "anything plumbing, anything sewer, any time". Ertain areas are to subject a service fee *prices may vary. Discounts can not be combined, unless noted. Award winning. Additional dba - mcdonagh & sons plumbing and sewer.

Jeff Angel Excavation

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Jeff Angel Excavation

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Jeff Angel is the only specialist in Evansville that can offer a money-back guarantee on the SludgeHammer septic system treatment service. This natural, cost-effective system is an advancement in wastewater treatment that combines modern technology with the fundamentals of nature to provide a biological solution to a biological problem. Call Jeff today for more information on treating your septic tank needs and our benefits to Angie's List members!

Jeff Angel is the only specialist in Evansville that can offer a money-back guarantee on the SludgeHammer septic system treatment service. This natural, cost-effective system is an advancement in wastewater treatment that combines modern technology with the fundamentals of nature to provide a biological solution to a biological problem. Call Jeff today for more information on treating your septic tank needs and our benefits to Angie's List members!

Nick cowger Excavating

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Nick cowger Excavating

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41 years of experience

Hauling of top soil fill dirt rock sand ect clearing of land grade work and type of dirt work septic tanks snow removal on driveways and parking lots demolition of any size structures also

Hauling of top soil fill dirt rock sand ect clearing of land grade work and type of dirt work septic tanks snow removal on driveways and parking lots demolition of any size structures also

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.

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.

The average cost of excavation is around $3,200. Most jobs fall somewhere between $500 and $15,000, depending on the amount of soil to remove, whether or not there are landscaping features or structures in the vicinity that could complicate the excavation, and the quality and contents of the soil. Larger jobs will naturally cost more, as will those in tight spaces that demand manual excavation as opposed to using heavy machinery. Hard soil and tree roots can also extend the job and drive up your labor costs.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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