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Markool Heating & Cooling, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Colesville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"Was looking for a company to service/maintenance. Called them and shared my concerns. Scheduled and appointment within 3 days. Technician was polite and professional. Could tell he knew about AC unit and his profession. Fair cost/pricing Highly recommend."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
Righttime Plumbing And Drain, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Colesville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"Very happy with what Rema did. He came on time, analyzed the problem, and cleaned the clogged drain for exactly what he said it would cost the night before. He was careful, methodical, and very professional. He was also very neat and cleaned up as he worked and after he was finished. He will be the first person I call for any plumbing problems in the future."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Emerald Landscaping Corporation
3.4(
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Serving Colesville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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Emergency services offered

"I had a wonderful experience with Emerald Landscaping. Margie was an outstanding liaison and the crew did a fabulous job with my front yard. The price was reasonable and I highly recommend them!"
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Response time1 day
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Cutting-Edge Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Colesville, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Small jobs welcome

"I could not have asked for a better experience! The work was done efficiently and well. All interactions were professional and they did an amazing job. 10/10 recommend!"
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

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. 

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

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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