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BFMD, LLC

4.90(
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BFMD, LLC

4.90(
20
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

BFMD, LLC is licensed and dependable plumbing and pipeline service provider in Manchester, MD. Specializing in sewer service, underground pipe repair, and video pipeline inspections, there is no project too big for our team. We even handle municipal plumbing and builder services, including public right-of-way connections, new water meter installation, and fire hydrant repair. At BFMD, we combine our years of experience with underground utilities with state-of-the-art video technology to help quickly and efficiently find and eliminate pipeline problems like clogs and corrosion. If you have an older home or property in the Carroll County area, trust BFMD for annual pipeline inspections, sewer cleaning, and underground pipe repairs that keep your property in top condition. Call today for a free water or sewer line estimate!

"Perfectly. Very competent and friendly servicemen."

Gregory S on August 2025

BFMD, LLC is licensed and dependable plumbing and pipeline service provider in Manchester, MD. Specializing in sewer service, underground pipe repair, and video pipeline inspections, there is no project too big for our team. We even handle municipal plumbing and builder services, including public right-of-way connections, new water meter installation, and fire hydrant repair. At BFMD, we combine our years of experience with underground utilities with state-of-the-art video technology to help quickly and efficiently find and eliminate pipeline problems like clogs and corrosion. If you have an older home or property in the Carroll County area, trust BFMD for annual pipeline inspections, sewer cleaning, and underground pipe repairs that keep your property in top condition. Call today for a free water or sewer line estimate!

"Perfectly. Very competent and friendly servicemen."

Gregory S on August 2025


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Len The Plumber, LLC.

4.25(
1,260
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Len The Plumber, LLC.

4.25(
1,260
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
458 local quotes requested
29 years of experience

Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC is a leading plumbing and drain company serving Central Maryland. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Cecil County, Harford County, and Howard County. Our knowledgeable plumbers have years of experience dealing with a wide variety of plumbing issues including plumbing repairs, drain cleaning, water heaters, well systems, heating systems, sewer, water, and gas lines. We’re open 7 days a week with no extra charge on evenings or weekends!

"Don't waste your time because that's all this company will do is WASTE YOUR TIME. I had an appt for 10/20 between 8-12pm. Never got a call, nor a visit. Called to find out why an d was told that they sent a text informing of running late which I never got. Received callback from Nicole informing of non received text stating she would set up visit so that I would be 1st stop. I requested today 10/22 and was assured she personally would call me around 8:30am and tech would be here by 9am. It's now 9:37am and I've again yet to hear from Nicole nor a tech. DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME BECAUSE LEN THE PLUMBER SURE WILL WASTE YOUR TIME. UNPROFESSIONAL AND NOT RECOMMENDED!!!!!"

J. W on October 2025

Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC is a leading plumbing and drain company serving Central Maryland. Our certified professional plumbers are available same day to assist residential customers in Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Cecil County, Harford County, and Howard County. Our knowledgeable plumbers have years of experience dealing with a wide variety of plumbing issues including plumbing repairs, drain cleaning, water heaters, well systems, heating systems, sewer, water, and gas lines. We’re open 7 days a week with no extra charge on evenings or weekends!

"Don't waste your time because that's all this company will do is WASTE YOUR TIME. I had an appt for 10/20 between 8-12pm. Never got a call, nor a visit. Called to find out why an d was told that they sent a text informing of running late which I never got. Received callback from Nicole informing of non received text stating she would set up visit so that I would be 1st stop. I requested today 10/22 and was assured she personally would call me around 8:30am and tech would be here by 9am. It's now 9:37am and I've again yet to hear from Nicole nor a tech. DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME BECAUSE LEN THE PLUMBER SURE WILL WASTE YOUR TIME. UNPROFESSIONAL AND NOT RECOMMENDED!!!!!"

J. W on October 2025


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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.24(
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.24(
639
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Customers say: Quick response
346 local quotes requested
90 years of experience

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They wanted $542 just to install a basic kitchen faucet! Ridiculous!"

Stephen T on November 2024

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They wanted $542 just to install a basic kitchen faucet! Ridiculous!"

Stephen T on November 2024


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DZ's Contracting LLC

4.35(
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DZ's Contracting LLC

4.35(
23
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Customers say: Terrific value
66 local quotes requested
38 years of experience

25% Discount on equipment time during COVID-19. I am a seasoned excavator local to Howard County and have 35 years experience. I serviced a prominent builder, Corner Stone Homes, from 2003 to 2016 and you can can reference Brandon Boy Owner 443-794-7392. We provide many services including clearing sites, installing roads, digging basements, installing driveways, drain tile, bio retention, rain gardens, level spreaders, dry wells, fine grading, seed, and sediment controls. Site clean up, street cleaning, lawn mowing and landscape maintenance. We also snow plow and power wash. 24-7 emergency service. Soul owner David Zile. I was disabled in 2016 from a medical procedure. Through extensive physical therapy its 2019 I am back and strong as ever. Averaged 25 homes per year.

"David was amazing. I had downspouts and sump pump discharge drainage installed by him in my yard. He ran a drain pipe through my backyard to the end of the property. He also graded to slope all the low points in my yard. I no longer worry when it rains. No more soggy grass and sitting water thanks to him. He arrived early and completed the job within a day. I really appreciate the craftsmanship and the respect for my home. He left the yard better than he found it and cleaned up behind his work. I would 100% use his services again."

Nico J on March 2025

25% Discount on equipment time during COVID-19. I am a seasoned excavator local to Howard County and have 35 years experience. I serviced a prominent builder, Corner Stone Homes, from 2003 to 2016 and you can can reference Brandon Boy Owner 443-794-7392. We provide many services including clearing sites, installing roads, digging basements, installing driveways, drain tile, bio retention, rain gardens, level spreaders, dry wells, fine grading, seed, and sediment controls. Site clean up, street cleaning, lawn mowing and landscape maintenance. We also snow plow and power wash. 24-7 emergency service. Soul owner David Zile. I was disabled in 2016 from a medical procedure. Through extensive physical therapy its 2019 I am back and strong as ever. Averaged 25 homes per year.

"David was amazing. I had downspouts and sump pump discharge drainage installed by him in my yard. He ran a drain pipe through my backyard to the end of the property. He also graded to slope all the low points in my yard. I no longer worry when it rains. No more soggy grass and sitting water thanks to him. He arrived early and completed the job within a day. I really appreciate the craftsmanship and the respect for my home. He left the yard better than he found it and cleaned up behind his work. I would 100% use his services again."

Nico J on March 2025


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Herlich Hauling & Transport

4.97(
79
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Herlich Hauling & Transport

4.97(
79
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

HERLICH HAULING & TRANSPORT LLC: Junk Removal and Demolition services, we are based in Reisterstown, MD and service the Baltimore city/county and surrounding areas for residential and commercial debris removal needs. We offer licensed and insured full structure demolition at competitive rates. We service property management companies as well as weekly residential trash removal from Westminster, Finksburg, Baltimore county, Glen Burnie, Howard county and beyond. We are a highly efficient debris removal service, always looking for new long term customers and taking on the larger jobs without the high corporate overhead. Give our office a call and speak with one of our friendly and professional staff members. We’d be happy to help you with your Demolition and junk removal needs. Thanks

"Mike was very professional, knowledgeable and accommodating. He worked at a re-negotiated time; even though it was raining pretty hard that day."

Nikki P on April 2024

HERLICH HAULING & TRANSPORT LLC: Junk Removal and Demolition services, we are based in Reisterstown, MD and service the Baltimore city/county and surrounding areas for residential and commercial debris removal needs. We offer licensed and insured full structure demolition at competitive rates. We service property management companies as well as weekly residential trash removal from Westminster, Finksburg, Baltimore county, Glen Burnie, Howard county and beyond. We are a highly efficient debris removal service, always looking for new long term customers and taking on the larger jobs without the high corporate overhead. Give our office a call and speak with one of our friendly and professional staff members. We’d be happy to help you with your Demolition and junk removal needs. Thanks

"Mike was very professional, knowledgeable and accommodating. He worked at a re-negotiated time; even though it was raining pretty hard that day."

Nikki P on April 2024


Sunset Lawn Care

4.00(
7
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Sunset Lawn Care

4.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We, at Sunset Lawn Care, focus on quality lawn care and excavation projects over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"They've done LOTS of work for me and they continue to do lots of work because they are reasonably priced, excellent service, and does what he says he will do. Never had any problems, miscommunications, or misunderstandings, and the work is always completed as expected"

Joe G on July 2019

We, at Sunset Lawn Care, focus on quality lawn care and excavation projects over quantity. We use our years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"They've done LOTS of work for me and they continue to do lots of work because they are reasonably priced, excellent service, and does what he says he will do. Never had any problems, miscommunications, or misunderstandings, and the work is always completed as expected"

Joe G on July 2019


JS Tank Removal

4.95(
86
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Approved Pro

JS Tank Removal

4.95(
86
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
103 local quotes requested

Welcome to JS Tank Removal! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Over good experience "

FARELL M on October 2025

Welcome to JS Tank Removal! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Over good experience "

FARELL M on October 2025


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Superior Earth Works

5.00(
2
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Superior Earth Works

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
10 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

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!

"I hired Superior earthworks on a recommendation from a previous customer that had concrete work done. He was recommended for his timely work and work ethic, I had a driveway that needed to be completely resurfaced and Bobby came in with some ideas that added a beachy effect, my driveway now looks like it’s part of the beach! I absolutely love it, thank you so much! "

Nancy C on August 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!

"I hired Superior earthworks on a recommendation from a previous customer that had concrete work done. He was recommended for his timely work and work ethic, I had a driveway that needed to be completely resurfaced and Bobby came in with some ideas that added a beachy effect, my driveway now looks like it’s part of the beach! I absolutely love it, thank you so much! "

Nancy C on August 2025


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Ace Environmental Holdings, LLC

4.93(
143
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Approved Pro

Ace Environmental Holdings, LLC

4.93(
143
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
133 local quotes requested

Here at Ace Environmental Holdings, LLC, we have years of experience in all environmental services. From oil spills to fuel tank removals/installations to soil and groundwater sampling. If your tank is leaking and you have vapors in your house, we are a state-certified contractor and our professionals know just how to help you. Call us today!

"Prompt and courteous service at a fair and reasonable price. Friendly technicians were respectful of the property and were done within a few hours. "

Bryan P on October 2025

Here at Ace Environmental Holdings, LLC, we have years of experience in all environmental services. From oil spills to fuel tank removals/installations to soil and groundwater sampling. If your tank is leaking and you have vapors in your house, we are a state-certified contractor and our professionals know just how to help you. Call us today!

"Prompt and courteous service at a fair and reasonable price. Friendly technicians were respectful of the property and were done within a few hours. "

Bryan P on October 2025


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Ridley's Landscaping LLC

5.00(
9
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Approved Pro

Ridley's Landscaping LLC

5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
161 local quotes requested

Ridley's Landscaping started as a small, family-owned business in 2015. Over the years, our commitment to eco-friendly, high-quality landscaping services has earned us a loyal customer base in Baltimore and surrounding counties. Ridley's Landscaping offers extensive landscaping and lawn care services, from routine trimming, weeding, and maintenance to snow removal and elaborate landscape redesigns. We are passionate about creating flourishing, sustainable outdoor spaces. Our experienced team will bring your creative vision to life, transforming your landscape into a stunning, sustainable haven. Read more below on all the services I offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Donta and his Ridley's Landscaping crew did an amazing job. We had a sewer line problem and had to have our yard dug up. The plumbing company left a mess, damaging our tree, crushing bushes, and leaving big pile of dirt in the yard. We called Ridley's. They came out promptly for an estimate, and once we said yes, they came out promptly and did an amazing job. They did so well that our neighbor was watching them work and hired them on the spot to do some grading in his yard. They were highly professional, worked hard, and simply got the job done as it should be done. We talked to another company that seemed cheaper, but they didn't give me the confidence that Donta gave me, and now that the job is done, I can say that confidence was well placed."

David G on October 2025

Ridley's Landscaping started as a small, family-owned business in 2015. Over the years, our commitment to eco-friendly, high-quality landscaping services has earned us a loyal customer base in Baltimore and surrounding counties. Ridley's Landscaping offers extensive landscaping and lawn care services, from routine trimming, weeding, and maintenance to snow removal and elaborate landscape redesigns. We are passionate about creating flourishing, sustainable outdoor spaces. Our experienced team will bring your creative vision to life, transforming your landscape into a stunning, sustainable haven. Read more below on all the services I offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Donta and his Ridley's Landscaping crew did an amazing job. We had a sewer line problem and had to have our yard dug up. The plumbing company left a mess, damaging our tree, crushing bushes, and leaving big pile of dirt in the yard. We called Ridley's. They came out promptly for an estimate, and once we said yes, they came out promptly and did an amazing job. They did so well that our neighbor was watching them work and hired them on the spot to do some grading in his yard. They were highly professional, worked hard, and simply got the job done as it should be done. We talked to another company that seemed cheaper, but they didn't give me the confidence that Donta gave me, and now that the job is done, I can say that confidence was well placed."

David G on October 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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.

Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It’s possible that you’ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.

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.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

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