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"The work was not done as we requested and was never finished. "

Jeff W on July 2025

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!

"The work was not done as we requested and was never finished. "

Jeff W on July 2025


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Onset Equipment, LLC

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Onset Equipment, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 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 the start to the 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. onsetequipment.com

"Contract was simply written; did not need a lawyer to interpret the contract. Blake was very professional and very attentive to the details. Blake went the extra mile and the quality of his work exceeded all my expectations. i would definitely use him again if I needed his services and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing his services. It was a real pleasure doing business with him."

Robert P on April 2023

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 the start to the 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. onsetequipment.com

"Contract was simply written; did not need a lawyer to interpret the contract. Blake was very professional and very attentive to the details. Blake went the extra mile and the quality of his work exceeded all my expectations. i would definitely use him again if I needed his services and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing his services. It was a real pleasure doing business with him."

Robert P on April 2023


KT HOME SERVICES LLC

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KT HOME SERVICES LLC

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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Kevin did a fantastic job. He organized utilities. He was thorough about what I wanted prior to the start. My fence looks beautiful….all top notch materials. No scrimping with this guy! I’m single and he was affordable neat and my yard was clean when he left. Jeanene"

Jeanene B on January 2026

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Kevin did a fantastic job. He organized utilities. He was thorough about what I wanted prior to the start. My fence looks beautiful….all top notch materials. No scrimping with this guy! I’m single and he was affordable neat and my yard was clean when he left. Jeanene"

Jeanene B on January 2026


Crum Enterprises

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Crum Enterprises

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

With 20 + 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.

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John D on July 2022

With 20 + 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.

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John D on July 2022


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J & S Dirt Works, LLC

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J & S Dirt Works, LLC

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Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

At J&S Dirtworks, you’re not just hiring a company- you’re hiring a father and son team that takes pride in honest work, fair pricing, and getting the job done right the first time. We believe in a strong work ethic, clear communication, and treating every property like it’s our own. Whether it’s a small job or large project, we show up ready to work and don’t leave until you’re satisfied. What we do: Tree Removal & Cleanup- Safe, efficent removal with attention to your property. Grass Cutting & Maintenance- Reliable mowing to keep your property looking clean and cared for. Dirtwork & Moving Dirt- Grading, leveling, and hauling to shape your space the way you need. Why you should hire us? -Family-owned and operated -Dependable, hardworking, and honest -Fair pricing with no runaround -Local service you can trust When you hire J&S Dirtworks, you’re supporting a family business that values hard work, respect, and results.

At J&S Dirtworks, you’re not just hiring a company- you’re hiring a father and son team that takes pride in honest work, fair pricing, and getting the job done right the first time. We believe in a strong work ethic, clear communication, and treating every property like it’s our own. Whether it’s a small job or large project, we show up ready to work and don’t leave until you’re satisfied. What we do: Tree Removal & Cleanup- Safe, efficent removal with attention to your property. Grass Cutting & Maintenance- Reliable mowing to keep your property looking clean and cared for. Dirtwork & Moving Dirt- Grading, leveling, and hauling to shape your space the way you need. Why you should hire us? -Family-owned and operated -Dependable, hardworking, and honest -Fair pricing with no runaround -Local service you can trust When you hire J&S Dirtworks, you’re supporting a family business that values hard work, respect, and results.


Titan Residential

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Titan Residential

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Titan Residential is a locally owned, full-service residential company dedicated to helping homeowners take care of their property without the runaround. From small repairs to larger home projects, we handle just about anything you need done around the house. We focus on clear communication, fair pricing, and quality workmanship—showing up when we say we will and doing the job right the first time. If you’re looking for a dependable, no-nonsense contractor you can trust with your home, Titan Residential is ready to help.

Titan Residential is a locally owned, full-service residential company dedicated to helping homeowners take care of their property without the runaround. From small repairs to larger home projects, we handle just about anything you need done around the house. We focus on clear communication, fair pricing, and quality workmanship—showing up when we say we will and doing the job right the first time. If you’re looking for a dependable, no-nonsense contractor you can trust with your home, Titan Residential is ready to help.


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ASJ Construction Group

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ASJ Construction Group

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We offer all types of residential construction and remodeling. We also offer concrete work, roofing, and other around-the-house- construction. We're local, and a small, family-owned business where you'll speak directly to the owner. No pushy salesmen, no up-charging, just the work that you need done, done for a reasonable price. We've been in business for over 12 years, and we have many financing options available. Please call (504) 941-7077 for your FREE estimate today!

"David is a very professional contractor. He knows almost everything about foundations. I would definitely hire him again."

Kennon C on August 2021

We offer all types of residential construction and remodeling. We also offer concrete work, roofing, and other around-the-house- construction. We're local, and a small, family-owned business where you'll speak directly to the owner. No pushy salesmen, no up-charging, just the work that you need done, done for a reasonable price. We've been in business for over 12 years, and we have many financing options available. Please call (504) 941-7077 for your FREE estimate today!

"David is a very professional contractor. He knows almost everything about foundations. I would definitely hire him again."

Kennon C on August 2021


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Zydeco Construction LLC

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Zydeco Construction LLC

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9 years of experience

Zydeco Construction is a licensed pool builder that provides custom gunite pool construction and remodeling services to commercial and residential clients in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and surrounding areas. Known for exceptional quality and professional service, we believe in getting jobs done the first time. Our owner and team members of Zydeco Construction have 16+ years experience building custom gunite swimming pools as well as exterior home features. Property owners appreciate our commitment to high-quality construction practices. We manage all of our projects using a customer-focused approach driven by the desire to complete projects on time and within budget.

"Great job, completed in 23 days."

Kevin F on October 2020

Zydeco Construction is a licensed pool builder that provides custom gunite pool construction and remodeling services to commercial and residential clients in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and surrounding areas. Known for exceptional quality and professional service, we believe in getting jobs done the first time. Our owner and team members of Zydeco Construction have 16+ years experience building custom gunite swimming pools as well as exterior home features. Property owners appreciate our commitment to high-quality construction practices. We manage all of our projects using a customer-focused approach driven by the desire to complete projects on time and within budget.

"Great job, completed in 23 days."

Kevin F on October 2020


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Lee's Plumbing and Drain Service

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Lee's Plumbing and Drain Service

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

An honest and humble person that cares about people and their needs. I'm a person who is very knowledgeable about commercial and residential buildings. Established in 2017 I have more than 15 years of experience but after working for other companies for so long I decided it was time to start my own business.

An honest and humble person that cares about people and their needs. I'm a person who is very knowledgeable about commercial and residential buildings. Established in 2017 I have more than 15 years of experience but after working for other companies for so long I decided it was time to start my own business.


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

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. 

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.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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