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AKDK Services, LLC

4.98(
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AKDK Services, LLC

4.98(
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Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

AKDK Services 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.

"My overall impression and experience with AKDK Services, LLC is very favorable. I was extremely satisfied with the team’s prompt service, good communications, high-quality and detailed work, fair market pricing, and a professional attitude. Dan Kosinski, AKDA Services Operation Manager responded promptly to my initial inquiry. After detailing our needs, he immediately did a full assessment for the work required and worked with me outlining all the work required for the scope of the project. As with many projects like this one, he alerted me to additional needs when they surfaced. The work was re-scoped and agreed upon. Dan and his team was at all times very professional, prompt, and above all else, did an exceptional job and completed on time and to standard. We will definitely be calling on AKDK Services for any future needs."

Karen P on August 2025

AKDK Services 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.

"My overall impression and experience with AKDK Services, LLC is very favorable. I was extremely satisfied with the team’s prompt service, good communications, high-quality and detailed work, fair market pricing, and a professional attitude. Dan Kosinski, AKDA Services Operation Manager responded promptly to my initial inquiry. After detailing our needs, he immediately did a full assessment for the work required and worked with me outlining all the work required for the scope of the project. As with many projects like this one, he alerted me to additional needs when they surfaced. The work was re-scoped and agreed upon. Dan and his team was at all times very professional, prompt, and above all else, did an exceptional job and completed on time and to standard. We will definitely be calling on AKDK Services for any future needs."

Karen P on August 2025


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TITON SERVICES OF ELGIN LLC

5.00(
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TITON SERVICES OF ELGIN LLC

5.00(
14
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Customers say: Quick response
8 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!

"Very professional work and friendly to work with ! Excellent price! His work was top notch and I would strongly recommend his services."

Travis O on November 2024

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!

"Very professional work and friendly to work with ! Excellent price! His work was top notch and I would strongly recommend his services."

Travis O on November 2024


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Unique Landscaping Service

4.66(
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Unique Landscaping Service

4.66(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

Unique Landscaping Service, is a professional and full service landscape company that offers high quality craftsmanship in all aspects of landscape design, installation, and maintenance. Our landscapers are highly experienced and get the job done quickly and correctly.

"Fabian was fantastic. They helped remover big boulders from my fire pit area. Smoothed the area and planted grass seed"

Doug L on April 2025

Unique Landscaping Service, is a professional and full service landscape company that offers high quality craftsmanship in all aspects of landscape design, installation, and maintenance. Our landscapers are highly experienced and get the job done quickly and correctly.

"Fabian was fantastic. They helped remover big boulders from my fire pit area. Smoothed the area and planted grass seed"

Doug L on April 2025


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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc

4.82(
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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc

4.82(
17
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
22 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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.

"After a quick call and estimate by phone, they were out the next day to do the work. This work was done efficiently and they honored their quote. Very friendly people to work with. I would hire again."

Kevin H on December 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.

"After a quick call and estimate by phone, they were out the next day to do the work. This work was done efficiently and they honored their quote. Very friendly people to work with. I would hire again."

Kevin H on December 2025


All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
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All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

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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Greentrail Landscape & Design, Inc.

4.83(
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Greentrail Landscape & Design, Inc.

4.83(
60
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

At Greentrail Landscape and Design we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. For anyone requesting landscaping design, please contact for additional landscape design charge.

"They were accommodating."

Joe B on December 2025

At Greentrail Landscape and Design we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. For anyone requesting landscaping design, please contact for additional landscape design charge.

"They were accommodating."

Joe B on December 2025


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Greenlight Design Group

5.00(
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Greenlight Design Group

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Greenlight Design Group is a family own and operated business. Here at Greenlight Design Group we specialize in landscape and hardscape design and installation. We take pride in what we do and treat all of your needs as if they were our own. Give us a call for a free estimate.

"Randy was so very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and helpful with our project! We had him do the finishing touches on our dream pool and surrounding space. He installed artificial turf, a decorative stone walkway and created multiple planting beds! Itâ s all more beautiful than I could have imagined! I am so happy with how it all turned out, I give him my highest recommendation!"

David C on May 2023

Greenlight Design Group is a family own and operated business. Here at Greenlight Design Group we specialize in landscape and hardscape design and installation. We take pride in what we do and treat all of your needs as if they were our own. Give us a call for a free estimate.

"Randy was so very knowledgeable, enthusiastic and helpful with our project! We had him do the finishing touches on our dream pool and surrounding space. He installed artificial turf, a decorative stone walkway and created multiple planting beds! Itâ s all more beautiful than I could have imagined! I am so happy with how it all turned out, I give him my highest recommendation!"

David C on May 2023


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Daybreaker, Inc.

4.88(
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Daybreaker, Inc.

4.88(
13
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"The work done was great. It took a long time, however, to get responses to our requests for quotes, change orders, scheduling, etc."

Paul K on May 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"The work done was great. It took a long time, however, to get responses to our requests for quotes, change orders, scheduling, etc."

Paul K on May 2024


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BK Enhancements

5.00(
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BK Enhancements

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience

BK Enhancements provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride in all of our services. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on our company to leave you satisfied and happy. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. Our staff listens to your needs regarding your home improvement project. Call us today you'll be relieved you did. Thank you

"Great with communication. Love the monthly billing. "

Katrina L on November 2025

BK Enhancements provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride in all of our services. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on our company to leave you satisfied and happy. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. Our staff listens to your needs regarding your home improvement project. Call us today you'll be relieved you did. Thank you

"Great with communication. Love the monthly billing. "

Katrina L on November 2025


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C CORONA CONSTRUCTION LTD.

5.00(
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C CORONA CONSTRUCTION LTD.

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At C Corona Construction, we don’t just build—we solve problems, enhance communities, and ensure safe, high-quality construction. Our expertise, dedication, and commitment to safety allow us to Make It Happen. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Corona Construction was fantastic to work with. When they said they would be at my house at 6am for an estimate he was there 5 minutes early. When he said he would be there at 7am to do the work he was 5 minutes early. He gave a proposal on the spot and had very fair pricing. Overall, this was one of the best contractors that I have worked with. I look forward to doing more projects with them in the future. "

ERIC R on September 2025

At C Corona Construction, we don’t just build—we solve problems, enhance communities, and ensure safe, high-quality construction. Our expertise, dedication, and commitment to safety allow us to Make It Happen. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Corona Construction was fantastic to work with. When they said they would be at my house at 6am for an estimate he was there 5 minutes early. When he said he would be there at 7am to do the work he was 5 minutes early. He gave a proposal on the spot and had very fair pricing. Overall, this was one of the best contractors that I have worked with. I look forward to doing more projects with them in the future. "

ERIC R on September 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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.

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