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LL Trucking and Excavation

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LL Trucking and Excavation

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We have the experience, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at LL Trucking and Excavation strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"LL Trucking were excellent to work with for our recent dirt moving project! Will definitely use them again in the future!"

Sara A on November 2023

We have the experience, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at LL Trucking and Excavation strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"LL Trucking were excellent to work with for our recent dirt moving project! Will definitely use them again in the future!"

Sara A on November 2023


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Westerfield Excavating

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Westerfield Excavating

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Westerfield Excavating is a family owned local business located in the heart of Southern Indiana. We have over 12 years of experience in all things excavation. Our services include general excavation, concrete, land clearing, site development, hauling materials, brush cutting, and more! Our mission at Westerfield Excavating is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our customers. We pride ourselves on our communication with customers from start to finish, affordability, and efficiency. We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that is sure to please. Call us today to quote your upcoming project!

"Harvey Westerfeld graded and added 5 loads of dirt in my yard to level and and added grass and straw in my yard. he did a excellent job. just what i needed. nice guy and help he used. will use him again and recomend them to other people. good job. thank you. thomas n baumgart."

thomas b on July 2024

Westerfield Excavating is a family owned local business located in the heart of Southern Indiana. We have over 12 years of experience in all things excavation. Our services include general excavation, concrete, land clearing, site development, hauling materials, brush cutting, and more! Our mission at Westerfield Excavating is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our customers. We pride ourselves on our communication with customers from start to finish, affordability, and efficiency. We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that is sure to please. Call us today to quote your upcoming project!

"Harvey Westerfeld graded and added 5 loads of dirt in my yard to level and and added grass and straw in my yard. he did a excellent job. just what i needed. nice guy and help he used. will use him again and recomend them to other people. good job. thank you. thomas n baumgart."

thomas b on July 2024


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JS Pro Services LLC

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JS Pro Services LLC

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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JS Pro Services LLC is a locally owned and operated company providing professional excavation, grading, land clearing, and rock driveway services across southwestern Indiana. We believe in honest work, clear communication, and results that last. While we’re a growing company, our focus is on steady improvement, dependable service, and real craftsmanship — not overpromising. Every project is handled with care and built to professional standards. We also offer financing options to help clients move forward with confidence. A $500 minimum applies to all projects to cover equipment setup and mobilization. Smaller jobs are welcome if they meet this minimum. Contact us today for a free estimate and experience the difference with JS Pro Services.

"Great. Attentive to detail. Have hired multiple times and will hire again."

Roman T on December 2024

JS Pro Services LLC is a locally owned and operated company providing professional excavation, grading, land clearing, and rock driveway services across southwestern Indiana. We believe in honest work, clear communication, and results that last. While we’re a growing company, our focus is on steady improvement, dependable service, and real craftsmanship — not overpromising. Every project is handled with care and built to professional standards. We also offer financing options to help clients move forward with confidence. A $500 minimum applies to all projects to cover equipment setup and mobilization. Smaller jobs are welcome if they meet this minimum. Contact us today for a free estimate and experience the difference with JS Pro Services.

"Great. Attentive to detail. Have hired multiple times and will hire again."

Roman T on December 2024


Gries Property Management

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Gries Property Management

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Gries Property Management is 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!

"These guys hustle. Knowledgeable and careful. Polite and trustworthy in and around my home. I will hire them again."

Sherrianne S on June 2019

Gries Property Management is 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!

"These guys hustle. Knowledgeable and careful. Polite and trustworthy in and around my home. I will hire them again."

Sherrianne S on June 2019


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B&H Contracting LLC

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B&H Contracting LLC

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2 years of experience
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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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John W Bush Excavating, LLC

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John W Bush Excavating, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
66 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! We are Family owned and operated business with over 60 years in the the excavation industry Licensed in both Demolaiton and Excavation

"I paid someone else to grade our yard after having a pool installed, they just tore up my yard. John sent a man over that takes pride in his work. It's perfect now. Thanks a million."

VICTOR J on May 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! We are Family owned and operated business with over 60 years in the the excavation industry Licensed in both Demolaiton and Excavation

"I paid someone else to grade our yard after having a pool installed, they just tore up my yard. John sent a man over that takes pride in his work. It's perfect now. Thanks a million."

VICTOR J on May 2024


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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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Blue Sky Builders LLC

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Blue Sky Builders LLC

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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Your Trusted Local Builder ? Serving Loogootee, IN and Surrounding Areas We specialize in: ? Metal Roofing for Homes ? New Pole Barn Construction ? Decks & Garages ?? All Types of New Construction & Repairs ?? Old Barn Renovation & Reroofing ? Bringing back that classic look you love! ? Free Quotes ? Reliable, Quality Workmanship ? Fair, Competitive Pricing ? Call today to schedule your project!!

Your Trusted Local Builder ? Serving Loogootee, IN and Surrounding Areas We specialize in: ? Metal Roofing for Homes ? New Pole Barn Construction ? Decks & Garages ?? All Types of New Construction & Repairs ?? Old Barn Renovation & Reroofing ? Bringing back that classic look you love! ? Free Quotes ? Reliable, Quality Workmanship ? Fair, Competitive Pricing ? Call today to schedule your project!!


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Altstadt Hoffman Plumbing

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Altstadt Hoffman Plumbing

4.90(
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Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Altstadt Hoffman Plumbing is the name you can trust for fast, reliable, expert service for your home or business in Evansville, Newburgh, Bloomington, Owensboro, Henderson, and the surrounding areas. Our highly trained, licensed plumbers have the knowledge and experience to handle all your plumbing and drain cleaning needs. Altstadt Hoffman Plumbing has been the area's trusted plumbing leader for over 50 years. We are licensed, bonded, and insured in Indiana and Kentucky. We offer quality service and specialize in industrial, commercial, and residential plumbing, drain cleaning, remodeling, new construction, and 24-hour emergency repairs. Whatever the job, you can count on us to do it right and efficiently.

"we have used them for years at both of our homes and they have always been easy to schedule with and send out friendly and knowledgeable people to do the work."

david h on January 2024

Altstadt Hoffman Plumbing is the name you can trust for fast, reliable, expert service for your home or business in Evansville, Newburgh, Bloomington, Owensboro, Henderson, and the surrounding areas. Our highly trained, licensed plumbers have the knowledge and experience to handle all your plumbing and drain cleaning needs. Altstadt Hoffman Plumbing has been the area's trusted plumbing leader for over 50 years. We are licensed, bonded, and insured in Indiana and Kentucky. We offer quality service and specialize in industrial, commercial, and residential plumbing, drain cleaning, remodeling, new construction, and 24-hour emergency repairs. Whatever the job, you can count on us to do it right and efficiently.

"we have used them for years at both of our homes and they have always been easy to schedule with and send out friendly and knowledgeable people to do the work."

david h on January 2024


Rent-A-Plumber,INC.

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Rent-A-Plumber,INC.

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Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned business serving the greater Evansville, IN area. Owner operated with over 16 years of experience. We don't use subcontractors. We are fully insured and licensed in the state of Indiana PC 10903002. No travel charge to your house within a 30 mile radius, no 1 hour minimum we charge by the quarter hour. $5 off per hour for Angie's List members.

We are a family owned business serving the greater Evansville, IN area. Owner operated with over 16 years of experience. We don't use subcontractors. We are fully insured and licensed in the state of Indiana PC 10903002. No travel charge to your house within a 30 mile radius, no 1 hour minimum we charge by the quarter hour. $5 off per hour for Angie's List members.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

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