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Avatar for Pioneer Basement

Pioneer Basement

4.69(
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Pioneer Basement

4.69(
188
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1984 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Additional service area - Cohasset, Fitchburg, Worcester, portions of Chelsea-Saugus, Chelmsford Counties. South Shore & Cape Cod and All of Rhode Island. Family owned and operated since 1984. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional phone - (800) 439-0788. Additional DBA - Pioneer Basement Waterproofing Inc.

"Went well. pumps replaced"

Esther H on August 2022

Additional service area - Cohasset, Fitchburg, Worcester, portions of Chelsea-Saugus, Chelmsford Counties. South Shore & Cape Cod and All of Rhode Island. Family owned and operated since 1984. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional phone - (800) 439-0788. Additional DBA - Pioneer Basement Waterproofing Inc.

"Went well. pumps replaced"

Esther H on August 2022


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LMH CONSTRUCTION GROUP LLC

4.82(
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LMH CONSTRUCTION GROUP LLC

4.82(
11
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Customers say: Quality work
2011 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Let me start off by saying that these guys are great. They did my bathroom, kept everything clean, and anytime I had question or concern, they were quick to respond. I now will rehire them to do my basement and remodel my kitchen?"

Barbara S on October 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Let me start off by saying that these guys are great. They did my bathroom, kept everything clean, and anytime I had question or concern, they were quick to respond. I now will rehire them to do my basement and remodel my kitchen?"

Barbara S on October 2025


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Coastal Paving

5.00(
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Coastal Paving

5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2020 years of experience

With 35 years of experience, we take great pride in our 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.

"This company is awesome! I called them on Thursday, sent a deposit on Friday. They started the job on Tuesday and were done on Thursday. They had to rip up a circular driveway and put in a new one and a walkway. The did a fantastic job. I have 2 neighbors that are going to call them to do work for them! I called another paving company and they never returned my call. Coastal is as good as it gets!"

Steven S on August 2022

With 35 years of experience, we take great pride in our 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.

"This company is awesome! I called them on Thursday, sent a deposit on Friday. They started the job on Tuesday and were done on Thursday. They had to rip up a circular driveway and put in a new one and a walkway. The did a fantastic job. I have 2 neighbors that are going to call them to do work for them! I called another paving company and they never returned my call. Coastal is as good as it gets!"

Steven S on August 2022


Clifford Excavation

4.86(
7
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Clifford Excavation

4.86(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2015 years of experience

Clifford Excavation, LLC, is a family owned and operated business operating in the Cape Cod area. Done right the first time is our company slogan that creates trust for the customer and ensures them that the task at hand will be done right the first time. If you need any paver work, grading, or building site preparation, make us your first choice! **We only provide installations for septic systems only, we do not provide pump outs or cleanings whatsoever **

"Within one week after initial contact our lot was cleared which included removal of 30 large stumps, graded & loaned entire property & installed 185ft stone driveway. Gary & Collin are professional, Knowledgeable & extremely easy to work with. I would highly recommend Clifford Excavation. Mary & Skip Eaton DENNIS MA"

mary e on February 2023

Clifford Excavation, LLC, is a family owned and operated business operating in the Cape Cod area. Done right the first time is our company slogan that creates trust for the customer and ensures them that the task at hand will be done right the first time. If you need any paver work, grading, or building site preparation, make us your first choice! **We only provide installations for septic systems only, we do not provide pump outs or cleanings whatsoever **

"Within one week after initial contact our lot was cleared which included removal of 30 large stumps, graded & loaned entire property & installed 185ft stone driveway. Gary & Collin are professional, Knowledgeable & extremely easy to work with. I would highly recommend Clifford Excavation. Mary & Skip Eaton DENNIS MA"

mary e on February 2023


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Schofield Environmental

4.17(
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Schofield Environmental

4.17(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1999 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Alpha Environmental, we are very well versed in all available septic solutions for your project. We design and install the best septic systems to the highest standards. Whether we are repairing your current septic system or installing a new one, one thing is certain; nobody brings a higher level of professionalism into your home. We value quality and guarantee a pleasurable customer service experience. We look forward to serving you. Give us a call for a free estimate today!

"Dave is design/build - heck of a lot better than hiring multiple contractors! "

Harold M on April 2025

At Alpha Environmental, we are very well versed in all available septic solutions for your project. We design and install the best septic systems to the highest standards. Whether we are repairing your current septic system or installing a new one, one thing is certain; nobody brings a higher level of professionalism into your home. We value quality and guarantee a pleasurable customer service experience. We look forward to serving you. Give us a call for a free estimate today!

"Dave is design/build - heck of a lot better than hiring multiple contractors! "

Harold M on April 2025


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TLH Excavation, Septic & Sewer Services

5.00(
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TLH Excavation, Septic & Sewer Services

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2021 years of experience

TLH Excavation, Septic & Sewer Services 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. We're small enough to care. When you call us, we answer!

"Very prompt response. Appreciated the level of knowledge and courtesy."

Kathie B on July 2024

TLH Excavation, Septic & Sewer Services 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. We're small enough to care. When you call us, we answer!

"Very prompt response. Appreciated the level of knowledge and courtesy."

Kathie B on July 2024


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JTC Contractors

5.00(
3
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JTC Contractors

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2009 years of experience

Generations of building new homes installing utilities and commercial buildings! Either building from start to finish or for all of your excavation needs from foundations, licensed title 5 septic installation, lot clearing, sewer connections and much more. Find out if you can switch your home to town sewer today and let us hook you into the town line and never worry about pumping or septic maintenance or costly failures ever again!! Give us a call 7743536401

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Alex Y on September 2018

Generations of building new homes installing utilities and commercial buildings! Either building from start to finish or for all of your excavation needs from foundations, licensed title 5 septic installation, lot clearing, sewer connections and much more. Find out if you can switch your home to town sewer today and let us hook you into the town line and never worry about pumping or septic maintenance or costly failures ever again!! Give us a call 7743536401

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Alex Y on September 2018


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A + D CONNECTIONS, LLC

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro

A + D CONNECTIONS, LLC

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
2025 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

**With nearly a decade of hands-on experience, A&D Connections has earned a reputation across Massachusetts for reliable, precision-driven excavation work. Proudly veteran-owned and operated, we bring discipline, integrity, and craftsmanship to every project — from septic system swaps and water main connections to full-scale excavation and site prep. Our team is dedicated to doing the job right the first time, with safety and efficiency at the core of everything we do. Whether it’s a residential or light commercial project, we deliver clean, professional results that stand the test of time. At A&D Connections, we’re not just moving earth — we’re building strong foundations for our clients and our community. Reliable. Honest. Mission-ready — that’s the A&D difference.**

**With nearly a decade of hands-on experience, A&D Connections has earned a reputation across Massachusetts for reliable, precision-driven excavation work. Proudly veteran-owned and operated, we bring discipline, integrity, and craftsmanship to every project — from septic system swaps and water main connections to full-scale excavation and site prep. Our team is dedicated to doing the job right the first time, with safety and efficiency at the core of everything we do. Whether it’s a residential or light commercial project, we deliver clean, professional results that stand the test of time. At A&D Connections, we’re not just moving earth — we’re building strong foundations for our clients and our community. Reliable. Honest. Mission-ready — that’s the A&D difference.**


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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
347
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
347
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018


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ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston

4.63(
1,335
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ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston

4.63(
1,335
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Customers say: Super punctual
1984 years of experience

For fast and exceptional service for all of your heating, cooling or plumbing needs, call us now: 508-313-2669 DBAs - ARS of Boston, Heating & Air Conditioning Services. If you are looking for a company that can perform air conditioning or heating service, look no further. At ARS of Boston, our technicians are trained in all forms of service, installation, and design. We always have the same primary goal when we perform a service: customer satisfaction. We want you to be impressed by our work and pleased with the results. With so many awards and accolades and a Better Business Bureau accreditation, it is easy to see that others recognize the ARS of Boston difference. We're listed as a Premier Lennox Dealer and are a 9-time recipient of the Lennox Circle of Excellence Award. Additional phones: Brockton, Easton, & Bridgewater - (508)588-9025, Centerville & Cape - (508)539-8887, Dedham, Westwood, Norwood, & Canton - (781)575-6776, Foxboro, Norfolk, & Milford - (508)543-6612, Plymouth, Marshfield, & Kingston - (781) 582-1186, Quincy, Braintree, & Hingham - (781) 356-0909, Rockland & Hanover - (781)982-9940, Taunton - (508)880-7721, Wellesley - (781)263-0020. Additional email - [email protected]. License # RC 013652, 171, 3782-M, 3759

"I took advantage of a promotion ARS was offering in mid April to come to my condo for a routine tune up of my furnace and AC. From the second the plumber walked through my door, he was trying to sell me something. First, he said the quality of my air was awful, and I needed an air scrubber. Then he recommended I purchase their annual tune-up service/subscription where I get priority service and discounts on the parts he was trying to sell me. We then went out to my Air Conditioning unit. He said he was not allowed to touch it because it was out of code and against environmental standards. He recommended I purchase a new unit. When I asked how much, he said he'd need to get a sales professional out to give me a quote. That was after he had tried to sell me three different things... This week, with the temperatures rising, I turned on my air conditioning. Except there was a problem: It would not turn on. After trying to troubleshoot by changing the batteries in my thermostat and switching off and on the fuses, I finally called an HVAC professional recommended by a friend. The plumber walked in, looked at my furnace, laughed, and turned on the switch. He said most likely it was left off so I would have to call back and be charged for another ARS service call. He also tested my air quality and said it was fine. Lastly, even though my AC unit might be out of code. I am still grandfathered in on maintenance and other services that are needed. Long story short, as a new home buyer (less than 1 year) I will never utilize ARS services again and would not recommend it to any friends or family members. All they are trying to do is sell you their products and services. Clearly, they do not care about delivering a great customer experience or consider doing what is best for the customers. Or I guess former customers...."

Justin K on June 2025

For fast and exceptional service for all of your heating, cooling or plumbing needs, call us now: 508-313-2669 DBAs - ARS of Boston, Heating & Air Conditioning Services. If you are looking for a company that can perform air conditioning or heating service, look no further. At ARS of Boston, our technicians are trained in all forms of service, installation, and design. We always have the same primary goal when we perform a service: customer satisfaction. We want you to be impressed by our work and pleased with the results. With so many awards and accolades and a Better Business Bureau accreditation, it is easy to see that others recognize the ARS of Boston difference. We're listed as a Premier Lennox Dealer and are a 9-time recipient of the Lennox Circle of Excellence Award. Additional phones: Brockton, Easton, & Bridgewater - (508)588-9025, Centerville & Cape - (508)539-8887, Dedham, Westwood, Norwood, & Canton - (781)575-6776, Foxboro, Norfolk, & Milford - (508)543-6612, Plymouth, Marshfield, & Kingston - (781) 582-1186, Quincy, Braintree, & Hingham - (781) 356-0909, Rockland & Hanover - (781)982-9940, Taunton - (508)880-7721, Wellesley - (781)263-0020. Additional email - [email protected]. License # RC 013652, 171, 3782-M, 3759

"I took advantage of a promotion ARS was offering in mid April to come to my condo for a routine tune up of my furnace and AC. From the second the plumber walked through my door, he was trying to sell me something. First, he said the quality of my air was awful, and I needed an air scrubber. Then he recommended I purchase their annual tune-up service/subscription where I get priority service and discounts on the parts he was trying to sell me. We then went out to my Air Conditioning unit. He said he was not allowed to touch it because it was out of code and against environmental standards. He recommended I purchase a new unit. When I asked how much, he said he'd need to get a sales professional out to give me a quote. That was after he had tried to sell me three different things... This week, with the temperatures rising, I turned on my air conditioning. Except there was a problem: It would not turn on. After trying to troubleshoot by changing the batteries in my thermostat and switching off and on the fuses, I finally called an HVAC professional recommended by a friend. The plumber walked in, looked at my furnace, laughed, and turned on the switch. He said most likely it was left off so I would have to call back and be charged for another ARS service call. He also tested my air quality and said it was fine. Lastly, even though my AC unit might be out of code. I am still grandfathered in on maintenance and other services that are needed. Long story short, as a new home buyer (less than 1 year) I will never utilize ARS services again and would not recommend it to any friends or family members. All they are trying to do is sell you their products and services. Clearly, they do not care about delivering a great customer experience or consider doing what is best for the customers. Or I guess former customers...."

Justin K on June 2025

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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Yes! Toilet paper can be flushed if you use a septic tank. While unique toilet papers designed to be used with septic tanks are available, many people have no problem flushing regular toilet paper with a septic tank, so long as you don’t flush too much toilet paper all at once. Do not flush any type of baby wipes or bathroom wipes, even if they say “flushable.”

The water refills in a well through gravity that draws water from the water table to fill the vertical hole. The pump brings the fresh water through a pressure tank and to the pipes in your house. The well continues to refill indefinitely as long as you don’t use more water than the well is producing.

A dry well can last 30 years if you keep up with maintenance. Maintenance can be tricky with dry wells, but be sure to inspect and deep clean the well at least once per year to keep it from getting clogged up with sediment and debris. To minimize buildup, clear out grass clippings, leaves, twigs, and other debris from the top of the dry well. 

If you DIY annual cleaning and inspections, you should still hire a pro to inspect the dry well at least once every two to three years.

Most homeowners know there’s a septic system problem when they can smell one. However, this isn’t exactly a scientific deduction method. Consider some of the other signs: standing water or constantly damp earth in the drainage area, toilets and sinks that won’t drain or frequently back up, and loud plumbing. You really need to be on top of routine maintenance with septic systems in order to avoid such unpleasant symptoms of a septic issue. 

Most professionals recommend that a deep well pump shouldn’t run more than 10 hours consecutively before cycling off. Overworking the well pump beyond the recommended amount can prematurely wear out your pump and burn out the motor, which means replacing it more often than you otherwise should need to. Your well pump should also come with the manufacturer’s use and maintenance recommendations that are specific to the model.

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