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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
3 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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JS Pro Services LLC

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JS Pro Services LLC

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1 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


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BLK Services

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BLK Services

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

With our 20 years of experience, 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.

"Very responsive and dedicated to work. Gave them two works back to back and they're always ready to accept it. Never turned back."

Mark H on December 2023

With our 20 years of experience, 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.

"Very responsive and dedicated to work. Gave them two works back to back and they're always ready to accept it. Never turned back."

Mark H on December 2023


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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
65 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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B&H Contracting LLC

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B&H Contracting LLC

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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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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Blue Sky Builders LLC

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Blue Sky Builders LLC

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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

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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.

4.78(
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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.


American Eagle Tree Service

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American Eagle Tree Service

4.76(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Your LOCAL- Arbor Master Trained Professionals, Specializing in Large & Hazardous Tree Removals, Serving Vanderburgh, Warrick, Spencer counties and surrounding cities since 2001. American Eagle Tree Service is the area's foremost expert in arbor care, providing Residential and Commercial Tree Service. We utilize the most recent and innovative equipment to serve our customers needs. This dedication to technology and safety sets us apart from our competition. American Eagle Tree Service is fully insured with Liability and Workers Comp. Insurance. Our employees are Safety Certified, and we maintain a "Drug-Free Workplace" policy. We offer 24-Hour Emergency Service for Storm or Wind related damages, we work with multiple insurance companies to help you with the claim process. Our Professional affiliations include, BBB,ISA,TCIA, Tri ST Industrial Safety Council, NFIB. Area residents, business owners and contractors rely on our expert skill to handle all their tree related needs. CALL TODAY AND REQUEST A FREE ESTIMATE.

Your LOCAL- Arbor Master Trained Professionals, Specializing in Large & Hazardous Tree Removals, Serving Vanderburgh, Warrick, Spencer counties and surrounding cities since 2001. American Eagle Tree Service is the area's foremost expert in arbor care, providing Residential and Commercial Tree Service. We utilize the most recent and innovative equipment to serve our customers needs. This dedication to technology and safety sets us apart from our competition. American Eagle Tree Service is fully insured with Liability and Workers Comp. Insurance. Our employees are Safety Certified, and we maintain a "Drug-Free Workplace" policy. We offer 24-Hour Emergency Service for Storm or Wind related damages, we work with multiple insurance companies to help you with the claim process. Our Professional affiliations include, BBB,ISA,TCIA, Tri ST Industrial Safety Council, NFIB. Area residents, business owners and contractors rely on our expert skill to handle all their tree related needs. CALL TODAY AND REQUEST A FREE ESTIMATE.


"Super job! Raked, trimmed and cleaned up my mothers entire property. Got everything looking great. We highly recommend."

Dave Z on September 2023

Browns Landscaping & Excavation specializes in demolition services, landscaping/hardscaping, dirt work needs. We are a small family owned business started by Tyler Brown in 2022. Tyler Brown is an owner-operator.

"Super job! Raked, trimmed and cleaned up my mothers entire property. Got everything looking great. We highly recommend."

Dave Z on September 2023

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The depth of a septic tank’s drain lines is between 18 and 36 inches underground. These pipes are filled with perforations and surrounded by sand, gravel, or a combination of both, as both materials help filter wastewater. While some pipes are buried closer to the surface, this can create problems unless the soil is compact and doesn’t shift much. 

Septic tanks are typically buried between four inches and four feet deep, depending on the property, the soil, and the size of the tank. When the septic tank is buried on the deeper end of this range, it may be harder for you to locate it on your own with a soil probe or just by observing the yard for signs of the tank. However, if you have trouble finding the septic tank, a pro will be happy to help 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.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

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.

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