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RA Building & Design

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RA Building & Design

4.69(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
1978 years of experience

For superior quality craftsmanship and service integrity, contact the experts at RA Building & Design for a no-cost, no-pressure consultation today. Whether it's a bathroom or kitchen remodel, custom deck or patio, construction of a pole building or full room addition, or simply a home repair, RA Building & Design can help. For more than 35 years, homeowners have trusted RA Building & Design to get the job done on time, within budget, and without stress. We pride ourselves on a job well done without any short cuts. And there is no higher compliment than being asked to do a second, third, or fourth project with one of our valued clients. Visit our website at www.rabuildinganddesign.com to see the complete list of services we offer and to read the testimonials of just a sampling of our satisfied customers.

"Sue and Rick were absolutely wonderful to work with. From coming up with new designs, to running us through their processes, to communicating every step of the way-we couldn’t have had a better experience!! We would HIGHLY recommend them for any of your construction needs and will be calling them again soon!"

Steve T on October 2025

For superior quality craftsmanship and service integrity, contact the experts at RA Building & Design for a no-cost, no-pressure consultation today. Whether it's a bathroom or kitchen remodel, custom deck or patio, construction of a pole building or full room addition, or simply a home repair, RA Building & Design can help. For more than 35 years, homeowners have trusted RA Building & Design to get the job done on time, within budget, and without stress. We pride ourselves on a job well done without any short cuts. And there is no higher compliment than being asked to do a second, third, or fourth project with one of our valued clients. Visit our website at www.rabuildinganddesign.com to see the complete list of services we offer and to read the testimonials of just a sampling of our satisfied customers.

"Sue and Rick were absolutely wonderful to work with. From coming up with new designs, to running us through their processes, to communicating every step of the way-we couldn’t have had a better experience!! We would HIGHLY recommend them for any of your construction needs and will be calling them again soon!"

Steve T on October 2025

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
2016 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

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Louisville Mechanical Services

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Louisville Mechanical Services

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1990 years of experience

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

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B&W Equipment LLC

5.00(
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B&W Equipment LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
2018 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We provide results, not excuses! We pride our company on customer service, professionalism, great communication, efficiency, and superior quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your project. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to give us a call today!

"On time and on budget, Bill will get you squared away. Thanks!"

Andrew B on November 2024

We provide results, not excuses! We pride our company on customer service, professionalism, great communication, efficiency, and superior quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your project. We look forward to earning your business! Feel free to give us a call today!

"On time and on budget, Bill will get you squared away. Thanks!"

Andrew B on November 2024

Atlas Excavation, LLC

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Atlas Excavation, LLC

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2022 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Atlas Excavation, LLC 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 locally owned and operated. We look forward to earning your business.

Atlas Excavation, LLC 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 locally owned and operated. We look forward to earning your business.

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Geiler Home Services

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Geiler Home Services

4.66(
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Customers say: Super punctual
1885 years of experience
"It went very well! Tim came to the apartment and looked at the issue. He told me that he will place the order for the new and more efficient unit than the old boiler and install asap. Tim's crew came the following Monday to demolish the old boiler and installed the new boiler on the same day. The new boiler was up and running on the same day. It was a smooth startup!"

Angie L on February 2021

"It went very well! Tim came to the apartment and looked at the issue. He told me that he will place the order for the new and more efficient unit than the old boiler and install asap. Tim's crew came the following Monday to demolish the old boiler and installed the new boiler on the same day. The new boiler was up and running on the same day. It was a smooth startup!"

Angie L on February 2021

Zaring Septic & Drain Service, Inc.

4.83(
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Zaring Septic & Drain Service, Inc.

4.83(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over 65 years of experience, Zaring Septic Service has built a reputation by providing reliable customer service along with quality septic system services for residential and commercial properties. We use state-of-the-art equipment to identify, troubleshoot, and repair any septic tank problem. Our trained crew possesses extensive knowledge to treat your septic tank issues effectively.

With over 65 years of experience, Zaring Septic Service has built a reputation by providing reliable customer service along with quality septic system services for residential and commercial properties. We use state-of-the-art equipment to identify, troubleshoot, and repair any septic tank problem. Our trained crew possesses extensive knowledge to treat your septic tank issues effectively.

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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
1986 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

CDM Construction

5.00(
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CDM Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

CDM Construction LLC has been in business in Murray, KY for 30+ Years. We take pride in our work & customer satisfaction is our goal! Just give us a call or visit our website to find out more! www.cdm-construction.net

"Couldn't be more pleased with the job they did. Crew was friendly and explained everything. And job was completed below the estimated cost!"

Jennifer D on June 2023

CDM Construction LLC has been in business in Murray, KY for 30+ Years. We take pride in our work & customer satisfaction is our goal! Just give us a call or visit our website to find out more! www.cdm-construction.net

"Couldn't be more pleased with the job they did. Crew was friendly and explained everything. And job was completed below the estimated cost!"

Jennifer D on June 2023

Frontier Builders

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Frontier Builders

5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
2000 years of experience

We are a FAMILY owned and operated business. We take pride in the Quality of our projects. We treat every customer as we would want to be treated ourselves.

"Kent Weed is a pleasure to work with. I had called several contractors requesting a quote to add a walk in closet onto the side our our house and turn an existing closet into a powder room. He was one of 3 who bothered to call me back. He walked me through his estimate and how they would add onto our bedroom to get us what we wanted. His estimate was reasonable and he stayed in contact with me throughout th project. I intend to use Frontier Builders on our next project of replacing our windows."

Lori B on October 2018

We are a FAMILY owned and operated business. We take pride in the Quality of our projects. We treat every customer as we would want to be treated ourselves.

"Kent Weed is a pleasure to work with. I had called several contractors requesting a quote to add a walk in closet onto the side our our house and turn an existing closet into a powder room. He was one of 3 who bothered to call me back. He walked me through his estimate and how they would add onto our bedroom to get us what we wanted. His estimate was reasonable and he stayed in contact with me throughout th project. I intend to use Frontier Builders on our next project of replacing our windows."

Lori B on October 2018

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even if the project only involves grading or yard leveling. Excavation permits help protect the topography in your area and can avoid issues with poor drainage. In most cases, your excavation company will know whether or not permits are required and will even pull them and close them out for you before and after the job. You can also verify whether permits are necessary by calling your local building department and explaining the proposed project.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

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