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Jon Gross Building Arts

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Jon Gross Building Arts

4.97(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Award winning degreed landscape designer with over 34 years industry experience specializing in custom landscape design, planning and consultation. Whether seeking help in just a design role or need construction planning and/or consultation, Jon Gross Building Arts will provide exceptional service at every phase of your landscaping project.

"Jon was AMAZING, and our backyard has been transformed from a dog-centric wasteland to a place for entertaining and relaxation. Jon is an artist who has great ideas about how to transform your space into something functional AND beautiful. He is a perfectionist with an eye for the small details. He is also extremely patient; our ideas and goals developed over the course of the project. He was flexible and always contributed great ideas and feedback based on his many years of experience. Working with Jon was the highlight of our summer-- not only because we have enjoyed our new outdoor space but also because we truly enjoyed spending time with him. I can't imagine there is anyone else in town that can match his quality of work and his eye for design. I would not hesitate to hire him again...and will be doing so next year when we tackle the front yard."

Shawna S on October 2022

Award winning degreed landscape designer with over 34 years industry experience specializing in custom landscape design, planning and consultation. Whether seeking help in just a design role or need construction planning and/or consultation, Jon Gross Building Arts will provide exceptional service at every phase of your landscaping project.

"Jon was AMAZING, and our backyard has been transformed from a dog-centric wasteland to a place for entertaining and relaxation. Jon is an artist who has great ideas about how to transform your space into something functional AND beautiful. He is a perfectionist with an eye for the small details. He is also extremely patient; our ideas and goals developed over the course of the project. He was flexible and always contributed great ideas and feedback based on his many years of experience. Working with Jon was the highlight of our summer-- not only because we have enjoyed our new outdoor space but also because we truly enjoyed spending time with him. I can't imagine there is anyone else in town that can match his quality of work and his eye for design. I would not hesitate to hire him again...and will be doing so next year when we tackle the front yard."

Shawna S on October 2022

B&B Demolition

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B&B Demolition

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We tear down houses, garages, barns, sheds, along with any concrete, brick, and stone foundations. We give free estimates and are willing to do almost any residential projects you throw at us. We are a family owned business that give affordable rates so please feel free to give us a call at anytime. Thank you!

We tear down houses, garages, barns, sheds, along with any concrete, brick, and stone foundations. We give free estimates and are willing to do almost any residential projects you throw at us. We are a family owned business that give affordable rates so please feel free to give us a call at anytime. Thank you!

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Ag Water Management

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Ag Water Management

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16 years of experience

Farm Drainage Contractor that installs Farm Drainage Tile. From small main work to laterals. Service both Illinois and Indiana.

Farm Drainage Contractor that installs Farm Drainage Tile. From small main work to laterals. Service both Illinois and Indiana.

Dig It Of Champaign Inc

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Dig It Of Champaign Inc

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For over 20 years, Dig It of Champaign, Inc. has provided residential and commercial excavation and demolition services to clients throughout the Champaign-Urbana area. The quality of our workmanship is well-known, and the driving force behind everything we do. Our contractors seek to match or exceed the level of workmanship displayed on the previous job, each and every time. Our professional services include: Excavations and site development Demolition Driveways Underground utilities Hydroseeding Finish grading Septic systems Whatever your commercial or residential excavation or demolition needs are, we can dig it! Even though we've been in business for over 20 years, each one of our services employs cutting-edge techniques and technologies. Were always finding new ways to improve our business and deliver more accurate, efficient results to you. And for added security and assurance, were insured and bonded. We're so confident in our work, that we guarantee: On schedule completion Cost-effective process from beginning to end Final product exceeds expectations Honesty, integrity, and great value When you need excavation or demolition work done affordably, on-time, and to your exact specifications, look no further than Dig it of Champaign. Call us today or visit our website to learn more!

For over 20 years, Dig It of Champaign, Inc. has provided residential and commercial excavation and demolition services to clients throughout the Champaign-Urbana area. The quality of our workmanship is well-known, and the driving force behind everything we do. Our contractors seek to match or exceed the level of workmanship displayed on the previous job, each and every time. Our professional services include: Excavations and site development Demolition Driveways Underground utilities Hydroseeding Finish grading Septic systems Whatever your commercial or residential excavation or demolition needs are, we can dig it! Even though we've been in business for over 20 years, each one of our services employs cutting-edge techniques and technologies. Were always finding new ways to improve our business and deliver more accurate, efficient results to you. And for added security and assurance, were insured and bonded. We're so confident in our work, that we guarantee: On schedule completion Cost-effective process from beginning to end Final product exceeds expectations Honesty, integrity, and great value When you need excavation or demolition work done affordably, on-time, and to your exact specifications, look no further than Dig it of Champaign. Call us today or visit our website to learn more!

Mid-State Sewer Services

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Mid-State Sewer Services

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

General hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Afterhours service is available.

"Our basement drains were backing up when we ran the washing machine, and Mid-state came out to clean our drains. They initially forgot about our appointment, but came soon after we called to remind them. They were here about an hour and cleared a large clump of roots from our pipes, resolving the issue. The cost was $175, which I thought was reasonable."

Margaret W on December 2019

General hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Afterhours service is available.

"Our basement drains were backing up when we ran the washing machine, and Mid-state came out to clean our drains. They initially forgot about our appointment, but came soon after we called to remind them. They were here about an hour and cleared a large clump of roots from our pipes, resolving the issue. The cost was $175, which I thought was reasonable."

Margaret W on December 2019

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables. 

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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