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LL Trucking and Excavation

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LL Trucking and Excavation

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
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

Franklin Landscape and Lawn Service

4.31(
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Franklin Landscape and Lawn Service

4.31(
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Customers say: True professional
20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Franklin

"Very transparent. Took an overgrown Pear tree out, multiple shrubs out, and completed landscaping and sod. Reliable and will continue to use this individual. Was satisfied with his work, I have additional services being completed. Would recommend!!!"

Angela N on November 2025

Franklin

"Very transparent. Took an overgrown Pear tree out, multiple shrubs out, and completed landscaping and sod. Reliable and will continue to use this individual. Was satisfied with his work, I have additional services being completed. Would recommend!!!"

Angela N on November 2025

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Hobbs Excavating

5.00(
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Hobbs Excavating

5.00(
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11 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.

"hired Hobbs excavating for a large residential project, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The crew was professional, efficient, and clearly knew their craft. They showed up on time every day, kept the site organized, and completed the job ahead of schedule. Their attention to detail was impressive — they graded everything perfectly and made sure the drainage was spot-on. Communication throughout the process was clear and honest, which made the whole experience stress-free. If you need excavation, site prep, or grading done right the first time, I highly recommend Hobbs excavation Quality work, fair pricing, and a great team to work with!"

Hayden B on November 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.

"hired Hobbs excavating for a large residential project, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The crew was professional, efficient, and clearly knew their craft. They showed up on time every day, kept the site organized, and completed the job ahead of schedule. Their attention to detail was impressive — they graded everything perfectly and made sure the drainage was spot-on. Communication throughout the process was clear and honest, which made the whole experience stress-free. If you need excavation, site prep, or grading done right the first time, I highly recommend Hobbs excavation Quality work, fair pricing, and a great team to work with!"

Hayden B on November 2025

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Jones Remodeling

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Jones Remodeling

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
5 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!

"He is excellent worker and really does fine work."

dan x on May 2022

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!

"He is excellent worker and really does fine work."

dan x on May 2022

Goodman's Lawn Care and Service, LLC

4.63(
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Goodman's Lawn Care and Service, LLC

4.63(
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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Serving all of Louisville, and the surrounding areas, the professionals at Goodman's Lawn Care and Service, LLC, are the go-to, full service lawn, and landscape company you can trust to get the job done right! Call now for a free estimate!

"Worked with general contractor to complete the work on time"

John F on January 2024

Serving all of Louisville, and the surrounding areas, the professionals at Goodman's Lawn Care and Service, LLC, are the go-to, full service lawn, and landscape company you can trust to get the job done right! Call now for a free estimate!

"Worked with general contractor to complete the work on time"

John F on January 2024

BMS Construction LLC

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BMS Construction LLC

4.83(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

BMS Construction 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.

"BMS did a bathroom remodel for our home. A year later, we had them repair our kitchen ceiling & install new tile flooring in our kitchen. Now we want to use them to build a deck. Very personal service & thorough, quality work!"

Heather W on August 2024

BMS Construction 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.

"BMS did a bathroom remodel for our home. A year later, we had them repair our kitchen ceiling & install new tile flooring in our kitchen. Now we want to use them to build a deck. Very personal service & thorough, quality work!"

Heather W on August 2024

Lyles Construction Inc.

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Lyles Construction Inc.

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41 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Lyles Construction Inc. 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.

Lyles Construction Inc. 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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Champion Waterproofing & Piering LLC

4.77(
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Champion Waterproofing & Piering LLC

4.77(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Residential and Commercial, Locally Owned and Operated. Financing available 12, 24 & 36 Months Same as Cash. Bonded and Insured in Kentucky and Indiana. Champion is locally owned and operated and we have two branches to serve your location. We realize that for most people, your home is your greatest investment; so trust your repairs to a company that knows the area inside and out.

"I got this work done awhile ago - early 2019. I wanted to a decent period of time to lapse and multiple heavy rains to occur before I made my review: I'm very happy to say that my basement is still bone dry after a full year! Champion was neither the least nor most expensive option, they were approximately in the middle of the estimates that I got. Everybody I dealt with was very knowledgeable and professional. I want to say especially that the installation crew did an amazing job cleaning up after a messy, muddy job. Overall, I would highly recommend this company!"

Francis L on January 2020

Residential and Commercial, Locally Owned and Operated. Financing available 12, 24 & 36 Months Same as Cash. Bonded and Insured in Kentucky and Indiana. Champion is locally owned and operated and we have two branches to serve your location. We realize that for most people, your home is your greatest investment; so trust your repairs to a company that knows the area inside and out.

"I got this work done awhile ago - early 2019. I wanted to a decent period of time to lapse and multiple heavy rains to occur before I made my review: I'm very happy to say that my basement is still bone dry after a full year! Champion was neither the least nor most expensive option, they were approximately in the middle of the estimates that I got. Everybody I dealt with was very knowledgeable and professional. I want to say especially that the installation crew did an amazing job cleaning up after a messy, muddy job. Overall, I would highly recommend this company!"

Francis L on January 2020

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Jarboe's Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

4.53(
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Jarboe's Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

4.53(
313
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Customers say: Super punctual
40 years of experience

Jarboe's is the most comprehensive, client-focused home service company in the Louisville area. Our process-driven team of experts is connected through a commitment to excellence, and a passion for serving others. We earn trust by educating on options, working in the best interest of every client, and backing up everything we do – in writing. Our goal is to exceed your expectations to provide a true comfort experience that feels right, because you know it’s right.

"The only problem I am having right now is trying to leave a review, Idid have a wonderful experience with Jarboe's. I have to give a shout out for Chuck Brown wonderful both professional and personal at the same time. He listened to concerns, answered all questions while me watching him work which is unusual with most repair technicians. I will be recommending Jarboe's for any plumbing issues ."

Carolyn N on July 2023

Jarboe's is the most comprehensive, client-focused home service company in the Louisville area. Our process-driven team of experts is connected through a commitment to excellence, and a passion for serving others. We earn trust by educating on options, working in the best interest of every client, and backing up everything we do – in writing. Our goal is to exceed your expectations to provide a true comfort experience that feels right, because you know it’s right.

"The only problem I am having right now is trying to leave a review, Idid have a wonderful experience with Jarboe's. I have to give a shout out for Chuck Brown wonderful both professional and personal at the same time. He listened to concerns, answered all questions while me watching him work which is unusual with most repair technicians. I will be recommending Jarboe's for any plumbing issues ."

Carolyn N on July 2023

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

On average, you’re looking at about 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet. Your actual work time will come down to how many twists and turns there are when digging—such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and whether the ground is frozen.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

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.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

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