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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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Credit card accepted

"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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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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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

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

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.

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

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