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Avatar for Preban Farm Drainage & Excavating, LLC
Preban Farm Drainage & Excavating, LLC
4.1(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Preban & his crew installed a drainage system in my yard. His written estimate was complete, fairly priced. They showed up when they said they would & worked a long couple of days. I definitely recommend Preban Enterprises."
Response time5 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Gooseland Tree and Excavating
3.5(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

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! \nWe have been in business since 1998. We specialize in Excavation work residential and commercial as well as Lawn Maintenance & Tree Removal.

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Avatar for Lincoln Sewer & Drainage
Lincoln Sewer & Drainage
4.8(
640
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

"Excellent, as always. They have done SO much work for us over the years - 13 years since I have been here at our condo. We have two catch basins that need to be rodded and cleaned as preventive maintenance regularly. They have also done some work for us when we've had tree roots grow into our sewer lines. They were far less expensive than other quotes and did the work just as well. They are terrific. Angel, who always services our condo building is the best!"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Crawlspace / Basement Waterproofing Solution
Crawlspace / Basement Waterproofing Solution
4.4(
256
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We couldn't be happier.  They came in and did the work around our schedule over 2 different Saturday (7 hours each day) just as planned.  They were punctual.  They were clearly most interested in doing the job right.  They explained how a back storage area needed drain tiletoo and installed it at no additional cost.  They wouldn't even let us unload the storage shelves full of heavy paint cans- insisting on doing the job start to finish with a smile and obvious pride in a job well done.  They cleaned the area when they were done and the sections of floor that they had to dig up are smooth with fresh concrete now. "
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Sammson Concrete Inc
Sammson Concrete Inc
4.5(
239
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

" It was a big project that went smoothly from beginning to end.  Steve and his crew did excellent work - especially in the excavation process which carefully preserved shrubs located right next to the drive.  The work crew was very professional:  on time, considerate and left the work site neat at the end of each day.  The finished driveway is beautiful - I have received several complements from neighbors and also from other service providers who have come to my home.  Totally worth the money!
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for DinoSewer
DinoSewer
4.8(
62
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The firm first asked to come a couple hours later than originally planned, then arrived about 40 minutes earlier than their rescheduled time and had to wait until I returned about 30 minutes before their rescheduled time. They checked our two catch basins. One did not need much work but the other had a blockage, from crumbling mortar, that they cleared. They then rodded and sent a camera down a sewer line, to determine where there was a significant blockage, so that they could propose corrective action. They provided us a proposal for correcive action the next day. Our Board has agreed to pursue a couple of the proposals, but needs two more bids before proceeding."
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Land Clearing Services FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, new home construction will always require building permits, no matter where you live. In most cases, you’ll need a general construction permit, along with plumbing and electrical permits for the utility lines in your home. Depending on where you live, you’ll likely find that you also need permits for things like connection to a sewage system or installing exterior components, like decks, driveways, patios, and curb cutouts. Leave navigating the permits required for new home construction to a professional to ensure your home is built legally and safely.

A land survey provides precise property boundaries, reveals legal encroachments, and identifies rights-of-way, minimizing disputes. Understanding the exact dimensions and features of the property aids in informed decision-making and safeguards the buyer's investment.

If you can’t find any records online, you’ll need to contact your county clerk’s office to do further research. They should have property records on file, or can at least point you in the right direction of who to contact. You can also speak with your neighbors about when their houses were built because they were likely built around the same time.

A few different types of land surveys can help determine certain features and boundaries of your property. These include:

  • Boundary surveys describe the actual borders of a property. These are generally required when trying to get construction permits issued. 

  • Location surveys provide much of the same information as a boundary survey but also include in-depth information about any improvements made to your property. 

  • Mortgage location surveys are usually required by lenders and title companies before financing or offering an insurance policy. 

  • Site-planning surveys are done before applying for building permits and can be issued before any major home improvements. 

  • Topographic surveys provide a formal map of land elevations. It can also describe the location and size of natural features and any land improvements.

If a buyer pays for a survey, the surveyor they hired will only provide results to them. It’s up to the buyer whether they share the survey results with the seller or not, even if they ultimately walk away from the deal. It’s considered good faith to share the results with the seller, though, especially if you back out of the deal, as the seller can then provide that survey to future interested parties.

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