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S&N Construction

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S&N Construction

4.50(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

S & N Construction is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 6years of experience serving Lynn Center, IL and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Very nice young man. I was disappointed that they did not put plastic down under the mulch but other than that they did a great job!!"

Betty M on June 2020

S & N Construction is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 6years of experience serving Lynn Center, IL and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Very nice young man. I was disappointed that they did not put plastic down under the mulch but other than that they did a great job!!"

Betty M on June 2020

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Sprocket Excavating, LLC

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Sprocket Excavating, LLC

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Free onsite estimate

Sprocket Excavating 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.

Sprocket Excavating 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.

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MidAmerica Basement Systems

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MidAmerica Basement Systems

4.55(
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Customers say: Quality work
36 years of experience

MidAmerica Basement Systems is your premier locally owned and operated company that specializes in foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, concrete leveling, and radon mitigation.

"Salesman that we were to replace dry wall. Later learned we were to have it removed. Attempts to reach supervisors and owners resulted in zero until time to do installation. Gave $1300+ down. Note: this went to the salesman, not to MABS. Then salesman stated $12,000 more if MABS removed the dry wall. Paid salesman and his friend to remove it but didn't do all of it! Sent certified letters to Cedar Rapids address after we got no verbal responses to phone calls. Later learned they receive no mail there, only in Davenport. Were to have GFI outlet placed at far end of basement. 3 electricians said not possible. Also discharge was to be underground to rear of yard which we thought meant to back! House sits on clay. Was to discharge under ground out 10 feet from house. Canceled installation and have found that other basement waterproofing companies do not require 2.5 feet of dry wall removed: only baseboard. Cost was same as MABS. Now we must pay to have drywall installed after the waterproofing is completed."

Barbara S on September 2020

MidAmerica Basement Systems is your premier locally owned and operated company that specializes in foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, concrete leveling, and radon mitigation.

"Salesman that we were to replace dry wall. Later learned we were to have it removed. Attempts to reach supervisors and owners resulted in zero until time to do installation. Gave $1300+ down. Note: this went to the salesman, not to MABS. Then salesman stated $12,000 more if MABS removed the dry wall. Paid salesman and his friend to remove it but didn't do all of it! Sent certified letters to Cedar Rapids address after we got no verbal responses to phone calls. Later learned they receive no mail there, only in Davenport. Were to have GFI outlet placed at far end of basement. 3 electricians said not possible. Also discharge was to be underground to rear of yard which we thought meant to back! House sits on clay. Was to discharge under ground out 10 feet from house. Canceled installation and have found that other basement waterproofing companies do not require 2.5 feet of dry wall removed: only baseboard. Cost was same as MABS. Now we must pay to have drywall installed after the waterproofing is completed."

Barbara S on September 2020

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Countryman Landscape & Hardscape

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Countryman Landscape & Hardscape

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

Countryman Hardscape & Landscape has provided over 40 years of professional and personalized landscape, hardscape, and commercial snow removal services to the Quad City area. We specialize in patios, retaining walls, and landscape lighting – with attention to detail that exceeds expectations. We guarantee the integrity of our work, and we live by our slogan ‘Built to Last, the First time!' We also create unique designs such as water features and fireplaces that are integrated into your landscape and hardscape projects.

Countryman Hardscape & Landscape has provided over 40 years of professional and personalized landscape, hardscape, and commercial snow removal services to the Quad City area. We specialize in patios, retaining walls, and landscape lighting – with attention to detail that exceeds expectations. We guarantee the integrity of our work, and we live by our slogan ‘Built to Last, the First time!' We also create unique designs such as water features and fireplaces that are integrated into your landscape and hardscape projects.

Meyer Innovations Inc

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Meyer Innovations Inc

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have been in business for over 35 years servicing the quad cities and surrounding areas. We have built a reputation for using the highest quality products and best labor in the area to leave all of our customers satisfied. We have received awards and accolades from local to national levels including our A+ BBB rating. We feel that our excellence in the home improvement industry is unsurpassed. We are a family owned and family operated business with some of the best professionals in the area working under our name. We offer free estimates.

We have been in business for over 35 years servicing the quad cities and surrounding areas. We have built a reputation for using the highest quality products and best labor in the area to leave all of our customers satisfied. We have received awards and accolades from local to national levels including our A+ BBB rating. We feel that our excellence in the home improvement industry is unsurpassed. We are a family owned and family operated business with some of the best professionals in the area working under our name. We offer free estimates.

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Ramsey Enterprise LLC

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Ramsey Enterprise LLC

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

Residential and commercial customers full tree removal and haul away of logs, brush, and debris. We also offer to grind the stumps down below ground level which is an additional charge. Forestry Clearing We notch and drop large trees in a forest/clearing area with full removal of brush and logs. depending on customers request.

"These men were amazing and efficient!! 10/10 Hard working and professional! I will use them again in the future and recommend them to anyone!"

Sandra M on April 2023

Residential and commercial customers full tree removal and haul away of logs, brush, and debris. We also offer to grind the stumps down below ground level which is an additional charge. Forestry Clearing We notch and drop large trees in a forest/clearing area with full removal of brush and logs. depending on customers request.

"These men were amazing and efficient!! 10/10 Hard working and professional! I will use them again in the future and recommend them to anyone!"

Sandra M on April 2023

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Leffler Construction

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Leffler Construction

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Customers say: Terrific value
20 years of experience

Leffler Construction is a General Contractor company. We are licensed as General Contractor and do not carry a plumbing or electrical license. We are fully insured and bonded in Illinois. We specialize in Home Improvement Needs.

Leffler Construction is a General Contractor company. We are licensed as General Contractor and do not carry a plumbing or electrical license. We are fully insured and bonded in Illinois. We specialize in Home Improvement Needs.

Collision Repair Center

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Collision Repair Center

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

Collision Repair Center Inc., is more then just another "body shop". We repair all facets of an automobile, and on occasion, a motor home or semi-tractor for residents in the bi-state area.

Collision Repair Center Inc., is more then just another "body shop". We repair all facets of an automobile, and on occasion, a motor home or semi-tractor for residents in the bi-state area.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

It is a common belief that excavation is easier or less costly when done in the summer or when the ground is not frozen. Seasons have little effect on when excavation can occur; however, inclement weather can prolong the duration of the job and potentially increase costs. For this reason, those in rainy climates may opt for seasons with milder weather.

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.

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