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Greenwell Plumbing Heating & Air

1840 Scott Rd
4.50(
100
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Approved Pro

Greenwell Plumbing Heating & Air

1840 Scott Rd
4.50(
100
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
217 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

We're your neighborhood plumbing, heating, and air company. We've been providing "Simply Dependable" services in Southern Indiana since 1972. We can take care of all your plumbing and HVAC needs, 24 hours a day, when you need us we will be there!!! We are proud of our service tech's and do monthly training and product awareness with our service team. Tech's are clean, drug-tested, and uniformed, we use shoe covers and floor runners when working on your home. We clean up after every job.

"They got the old sump pump removed and installed the new one. They even disposed of the old stuff which I greatly appreciated. They were wonderful and would call on Greenwell Plumbing again."

Sharon J on May 2025

We're your neighborhood plumbing, heating, and air company. We've been providing "Simply Dependable" services in Southern Indiana since 1972. We can take care of all your plumbing and HVAC needs, 24 hours a day, when you need us we will be there!!! We are proud of our service tech's and do monthly training and product awareness with our service team. Tech's are clean, drug-tested, and uniformed, we use shoe covers and floor runners when working on your home. We clean up after every job.

"They got the old sump pump removed and installed the new one. They even disposed of the old stuff which I greatly appreciated. They were wonderful and would call on Greenwell Plumbing again."

Sharon J on May 2025


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Keefe Land Management

11761 Mount Eden Rd
4.86(
7
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Keefe Land Management

11761 Mount Eden Rd
4.86(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Keefe Land Management, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are family owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"End product was satisfactory but had a few misunderstandings along the way"

Chris M on November 2024

Keefe Land Management, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are family owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"End product was satisfactory but had a few misunderstandings along the way"

Chris M on November 2024


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Louisville Mechanical Services

11121 Plantside Dr
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

Louisville Mechanical Services

11121 Plantside Dr
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 local quotes requested

Louisville Mechanical Services is a premier HVAC contractor the state of Kentucky. We specialize commercial boiler, chillers, pumps, custom sheetmetal, industrial piping, pumps, plumbing, building automation, HVAC installs and all the above full service. We take pride in our work and we look forward to doing business with you. Give us a call today to schedule a free quote.

"Best price compare to other companies. Easy to work with. Showed up on time and completed the project in one day! Highly recommend this company. Nice to find honesty in a company."

Amy C on December 2023

Louisville Mechanical Services is a premier HVAC contractor the state of Kentucky. We specialize commercial boiler, chillers, pumps, custom sheetmetal, industrial piping, pumps, plumbing, building automation, HVAC installs and all the above full service. We take pride in our work and we look forward to doing business with you. Give us a call today to schedule a free quote.

"Best price compare to other companies. Easy to work with. Showed up on time and completed the project in one day! Highly recommend this company. Nice to find honesty in a company."

Amy C on December 2023


"I hired Dirt-N-Turf for a landscaping project involving tree clearing, land contouring, and the completion of rock retaining wall, and I couldn’t be more impressed with their work. From start to finish, their team demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a commitment to perfection that sets them apart. The tree clearing was handled with precision and care, ensuring the safety of our property and buildings while efficiently removing unwanted trees. Their equipment appropriate to the job made quick work of the job without compromising on quality. The land contouring was equally impressive, transforming uneven terrain into a beautifully shaped landscape that perfectly suited our vision. They took the time to understand our needs and provided expert recommendations to improve the project’s outcome. The rock retaining walls they completed are fantastic. The craftsmanship is evident in every detail, with carefully selected stones arranged to create both functional and visually strik"

Jeff M on May 2025

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"I hired Dirt-N-Turf for a landscaping project involving tree clearing, land contouring, and the completion of rock retaining wall, and I couldn’t be more impressed with their work. From start to finish, their team demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a commitment to perfection that sets them apart. The tree clearing was handled with precision and care, ensuring the safety of our property and buildings while efficiently removing unwanted trees. Their equipment appropriate to the job made quick work of the job without compromising on quality. The land contouring was equally impressive, transforming uneven terrain into a beautifully shaped landscape that perfectly suited our vision. They took the time to understand our needs and provided expert recommendations to improve the project’s outcome. The rock retaining walls they completed are fantastic. The craftsmanship is evident in every detail, with carefully selected stones arranged to create both functional and visually strik"

Jeff M on May 2025


BMS Construction LLC

4214 Hewitt Ave
4.83(
3
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Approved Pro

BMS Construction LLC

4214 Hewitt Ave
4.83(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 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


"Two employees that he brought. A wrapped on time. At 10 o'clock by 11: 30, they were by 11 o'clock. They were having to call him to bring him a chainsaw because their equipment didn't have bars on the chainsaw so they couldn't cut. I had a tree down in my yard and it needed it to be cut up. It was a partial tree. They didn't even have the equipment to cut it up. And then, like, I said . Guy was there when the employee called him at 11: 30, and asked for a chainsaw, and he didn't show up with anything until 4: 30. In the afternoon, these guys were out there trying to chop up these trees using a pickaxe. They didn't even have a telephone to call him with. He left them without a phone. They had to use my phone and my daughter's phone to even contact him. And then he rushed me to pay him because he told me not to worry about it until you know everything was done. And he rushed me to pay him. I was out at the grocery store, and I told him I'd be home. He, they told me, you were here. And that's what I'm not. I'll be right there. And then, when I get there, he's standing on my porch waiting on me. I thought you were in the house, and I already told him I wasn't at home. Well, then I go out and I look after they leave because he didn't even give me time to look. They had taken a wreck and a half of my firewood that they weren't supposed to touch. They had chopped up my, uh Rosa Sharon bush, that they weren't supposed to touch. They were supposed to take a pile of brush out of the backyard. They didn't take it, and they were supposed to trim two small trees out over the top of my shed, and those didn't get touched. And when I told him that he argued with me and said, well, they said they did it with a machete. As it was obvious. If you come and look, those trees are still there so I didn't like his attitude. I didn't like the way he treated his employees. They had no way to contact him if and when they had gotten done early, which they couldn't because they didn't have the equipment they needed to do the job with. But he sure wanted my money real quick. "

Sue F on October 2025

Franklin

"Two employees that he brought. A wrapped on time. At 10 o'clock by 11: 30, they were by 11 o'clock. They were having to call him to bring him a chainsaw because their equipment didn't have bars on the chainsaw so they couldn't cut. I had a tree down in my yard and it needed it to be cut up. It was a partial tree. They didn't even have the equipment to cut it up. And then, like, I said . Guy was there when the employee called him at 11: 30, and asked for a chainsaw, and he didn't show up with anything until 4: 30. In the afternoon, these guys were out there trying to chop up these trees using a pickaxe. They didn't even have a telephone to call him with. He left them without a phone. They had to use my phone and my daughter's phone to even contact him. And then he rushed me to pay him because he told me not to worry about it until you know everything was done. And he rushed me to pay him. I was out at the grocery store, and I told him I'd be home. He, they told me, you were here. And that's what I'm not. I'll be right there. And then, when I get there, he's standing on my porch waiting on me. I thought you were in the house, and I already told him I wasn't at home. Well, then I go out and I look after they leave because he didn't even give me time to look. They had taken a wreck and a half of my firewood that they weren't supposed to touch. They had chopped up my, uh Rosa Sharon bush, that they weren't supposed to touch. They were supposed to take a pile of brush out of the backyard. They didn't take it, and they were supposed to trim two small trees out over the top of my shed, and those didn't get touched. And when I told him that he argued with me and said, well, they said they did it with a machete. As it was obvious. If you come and look, those trees are still there so I didn't like his attitude. I didn't like the way he treated his employees. They had no way to contact him if and when they had gotten done early, which they couldn't because they didn't have the equipment they needed to do the job with. But he sure wanted my money real quick. "

Sue F on October 2025


Property Enhancement Services LLC

2919 Crone Road
5.00(
4
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Property Enhancement Services LLC

2919 Crone Road
5.00(
4
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Property Enhancement Services LLC is your trusted partner in the Kentuckiana area for revitalizing your outdoor spaces. Our experienced team specializes in transforming properties with our top-notch excavation, demolition, hauling, grading, junk removal, tree & landscape maintenance solutions, and more to ensure your outdoor spaces reach its full potential. - Excavation: Site preparation, precision grading, backfilling, drainage solutions, drains and culvert pipes installation - Demolition: Safe, efficient removal of structures and debris, junk removal, and property clean outs - Material: gravel installs new or existing roads/driveways & parking pads, mulch delivery and installation, topsoil for backfilling or grading. - Trees & Landscape: tree & shrub trimming and removal, bush hogging, lot clearing, and more

"They go above and beyond to make sure their customers are satisfied! Highly recommend! Service is unmatched and price was very competitive! Wouldn’t hesitate to use again!"

Jessica B on December 2024

Property Enhancement Services LLC is your trusted partner in the Kentuckiana area for revitalizing your outdoor spaces. Our experienced team specializes in transforming properties with our top-notch excavation, demolition, hauling, grading, junk removal, tree & landscape maintenance solutions, and more to ensure your outdoor spaces reach its full potential. - Excavation: Site preparation, precision grading, backfilling, drainage solutions, drains and culvert pipes installation - Demolition: Safe, efficient removal of structures and debris, junk removal, and property clean outs - Material: gravel installs new or existing roads/driveways & parking pads, mulch delivery and installation, topsoil for backfilling or grading. - Trees & Landscape: tree & shrub trimming and removal, bush hogging, lot clearing, and more

"They go above and beyond to make sure their customers are satisfied! Highly recommend! Service is unmatched and price was very competitive! Wouldn’t hesitate to use again!"

Jessica B on December 2024


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NSD Service

684 Lost Fork Rd
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NSD Service

684 Lost Fork Rd
No reviews yet
5 years of experience

NSD Service is a local Christian company proudly servicing the kentuckiana area. We specialize in : junk removal , demo , skid steer projects , grading , hauling , site clearing , driveways , mulch , dirt , and many other services. Give us a call for a free estimate and make your ideas come true. We are an owner operated company and will beat those high estimates.

NSD Service is a local Christian company proudly servicing the kentuckiana area. We specialize in : junk removal , demo , skid steer projects , grading , hauling , site clearing , driveways , mulch , dirt , and many other services. Give us a call for a free estimate and make your ideas come true. We are an owner operated company and will beat those high estimates.


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Maverick Construction

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Maverick Construction

No reviews yet
Free onsite estimate

The definition of Maverick is one who thinks outside the box, unorthodox. Maverick construction guarantees just that. We understand every project comes with its own set of unique challenges. Maverick will find a solution, everytime. Being veteran operated, it is in our core to ensure the completion all tasks no matter the obstacles. We are licensed, and insured. We offer all contracting services from start to finish. All work is warrantied labor, and material. Ownership comes from a long lineage of construction and military background. We deliver nothing but professionalism and quality.

The definition of Maverick is one who thinks outside the box, unorthodox. Maverick construction guarantees just that. We understand every project comes with its own set of unique challenges. Maverick will find a solution, everytime. Being veteran operated, it is in our core to ensure the completion all tasks no matter the obstacles. We are licensed, and insured. We offer all contracting services from start to finish. All work is warrantied labor, and material. Ownership comes from a long lineage of construction and military background. We deliver nothing but professionalism and quality.


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

Using a drill to bore holes in the stump's center speeds up the process, whatever method you use. If you don’t have a drill, you can still chainsaw or chisel the stump to make it hollow; it will just take more elbow grease and time. Steer clear of burning the stump to hollow it if you can’t drill some holes in it first. Otherwise, getting it to light, stay lit, and burn right through will be a challenge.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

The average cost of excavation is around $3,200. Most jobs fall somewhere between $500 and $15,000, depending on the amount of soil to remove, whether or not there are landscaping features or structures in the vicinity that could complicate the excavation, and the quality and contents of the soil. Larger jobs will naturally cost more, as will those in tight spaces that demand manual excavation as opposed to using heavy machinery. Hard soil and tree roots can also extend the job and drive up your labor costs.

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