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Len The Plumber, LLC.

4.25(
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Len The Plumber, LLC.

4.25(
1,260
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
482 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!

"We’ve used Len the Plumber in the past, and while they’ve been slightly overpriced, they’ve been reliable and effective. But after this week I’ll be taking my plumbing business elsewhere, and I would highly recommend that anyone else do the same. Several times over the past few weeks we’ve had issues with the sink and toilet in one bathroom. A little less than a month ago, a Len the Plumber tech had replaced the toilet in that bathroom (not for the same issue). On Friday I called Len the Plumber to have someone come out and take a look. The woman who answered the phone said she would have the same tech that had installed the toilet come out that afternoon between 2 and 5pm. At 2:41pm someone from Len the Plumber called. She said that unfortunately that tech wasn’t scheduled to work that day and the appointment shouldn’t have been made. She told me he could come out Sunday morning between 8 and 11am. At 8:43 Sunday morning, a woman from Len the Plumber called to say the tech would be out in 30-45 minutes. Eight minutes later she called back to say that no, he doesn’t have a snake, so she’ll have to send someone else later. I told her he wouldn’t need a snake, that it wasn’t clogged right now. She said she’d discuss with the tech and call me back. At 8:58am she called me back and said that it sounded like the P-trap was clogged, and the tech would need a snake. I asked why he didn’t have one with him (since he worked for a company called Len the Plumber) and why he couldn’t just swing by a hardware store and pick one up. She said the techs don’t always have snakes, and sometimes they break and need to be fixed. She said she could send someone else out later in the day. I told her that we wouldn’t be here later, and that we had made plans around the tech coming out this morning (after we had made plans around the tech coming out on Friday). She said she would try to get someone out during the same timeframe, within the next two hours. At 10:36am she called back and said that she could have a different tech come out in 30-60 minutes. I told her no, we had planned to be home based on the 8-11 timeframe that we’d been given, and that wouldn’t work. She said she was sorry, but they had emergencies. I canceled the appointment and will never be using Len the Plumber again. The fact that a plumbing company can schedule a call two days in advance for a technician to come out for a problem with a sink and toilet, and neither the tech nor the dispatcher realizes that the tech doesn’t have a snake with him (and for some reason he can’t just pick one up) speaks volumes about the company’s competency. Add to that the bungling of the initial appointment, and the fact that a Len the Plumber tech told me to my face that he has no way of knowing what model toilet he installed in my house without physically coming out to see it, and this is clearly a poorly-run company with an outdated and/or low-quality field service and dispatch system. There are many competent plumbing companies in the mid-Atlantic area. Len the Plumber is not one of them."

Greg S on September 2022

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!

"We’ve used Len the Plumber in the past, and while they’ve been slightly overpriced, they’ve been reliable and effective. But after this week I’ll be taking my plumbing business elsewhere, and I would highly recommend that anyone else do the same. Several times over the past few weeks we’ve had issues with the sink and toilet in one bathroom. A little less than a month ago, a Len the Plumber tech had replaced the toilet in that bathroom (not for the same issue). On Friday I called Len the Plumber to have someone come out and take a look. The woman who answered the phone said she would have the same tech that had installed the toilet come out that afternoon between 2 and 5pm. At 2:41pm someone from Len the Plumber called. She said that unfortunately that tech wasn’t scheduled to work that day and the appointment shouldn’t have been made. She told me he could come out Sunday morning between 8 and 11am. At 8:43 Sunday morning, a woman from Len the Plumber called to say the tech would be out in 30-45 minutes. Eight minutes later she called back to say that no, he doesn’t have a snake, so she’ll have to send someone else later. I told her he wouldn’t need a snake, that it wasn’t clogged right now. She said she’d discuss with the tech and call me back. At 8:58am she called me back and said that it sounded like the P-trap was clogged, and the tech would need a snake. I asked why he didn’t have one with him (since he worked for a company called Len the Plumber) and why he couldn’t just swing by a hardware store and pick one up. She said the techs don’t always have snakes, and sometimes they break and need to be fixed. She said she could send someone else out later in the day. I told her that we wouldn’t be here later, and that we had made plans around the tech coming out this morning (after we had made plans around the tech coming out on Friday). She said she would try to get someone out during the same timeframe, within the next two hours. At 10:36am she called back and said that she could have a different tech come out in 30-60 minutes. I told her no, we had planned to be home based on the 8-11 timeframe that we’d been given, and that wouldn’t work. She said she was sorry, but they had emergencies. I canceled the appointment and will never be using Len the Plumber again. The fact that a plumbing company can schedule a call two days in advance for a technician to come out for a problem with a sink and toilet, and neither the tech nor the dispatcher realizes that the tech doesn’t have a snake with him (and for some reason he can’t just pick one up) speaks volumes about the company’s competency. Add to that the bungling of the initial appointment, and the fact that a Len the Plumber tech told me to my face that he has no way of knowing what model toilet he installed in my house without physically coming out to see it, and this is clearly a poorly-run company with an outdated and/or low-quality field service and dispatch system. There are many competent plumbing companies in the mid-Atlantic area. Len the Plumber is not one of them."

Greg S on September 2022


Sunset Lawn Care

4.00(
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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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JS Tank Removal

4.95(
86
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
109 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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Ace Environmental Holdings, LLC

4.93(
143
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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
135 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(
10
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Ridley's Landscaping LLC

5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
169 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 workers of Ridley Landscaping did a fantastic job! The finished job was better than expected. The workers are qualified professionals. The fresh sodding was expertly done and brings out the beauty of my home. I will definitely hire Ridley Landscaping for future products."

Jackie W on November 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 workers of Ridley Landscaping did a fantastic job! The finished job was better than expected. The workers are qualified professionals. The fresh sodding was expertly done and brings out the beauty of my home. I will definitely hire Ridley Landscaping for future products."

Jackie W on November 2025


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DZ's Contracting LLC

4.40(
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DZ's Contracting LLC

4.40(
25
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Customers say: Terrific value
65 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.

"Dave did a great job. He leveled front yard and then put a layer of top soil and spread grass seed. He even returned to seed a few small patches that did not take. He is quick and does great work. I'll hire him again. His pric was fair and reasonable "

Sxott F on October 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.

"Dave did a great job. He leveled front yard and then put a layer of top soil and spread grass seed. He even returned to seed a few small patches that did not take. He is quick and does great work. I'll hire him again. His pric was fair and reasonable "

Sxott F on October 2025


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Bay Area Excavation, LLC

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Bay Area Excavation, LLC

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2 years of experience

Bay Area Excavation, LLC is an Excavation and Demolition company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in grading, hauling, and importing the material you need for your project. In addition, we have experience in demolition of single standing structures of all sizes. We're insured for commercial projects as well. Please feel free to reach out to us, we're eager to provide you a competitive quote.

Bay Area Excavation, LLC is an Excavation and Demolition company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in grading, hauling, and importing the material you need for your project. In addition, we have experience in demolition of single standing structures of all sizes. We're insured for commercial projects as well. Please feel free to reach out to us, we're eager to provide you a competitive quote.


MM General Contractor LLC

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MM General Contractor LLC

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MM General Contractor LLC is a small family owned business. We are qualified to take on projects of all sizes and we can help you with new projects or refresh your current property. Our services include Roofing, Windows and Doors, Siding, Excavations, etc. We know there are many factors to consider when choosing a construction company to complete your next remodeling project. Enjoy a seamless process with our dedicated team of experts who will be available every step of the way to create a successful whole home renovation.

MM General Contractor LLC is a small family owned business. We are qualified to take on projects of all sizes and we can help you with new projects or refresh your current property. Our services include Roofing, Windows and Doors, Siding, Excavations, etc. We know there are many factors to consider when choosing a construction company to complete your next remodeling project. Enjoy a seamless process with our dedicated team of experts who will be available every step of the way to create a successful whole home renovation.


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Palmer Enterprises LLC

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Palmer Enterprises LLC

4.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Free onsite estimate

We are a family owned company that is interested in making your visions a reality, no job is to big or to small. Things we offer: -Excavation, grading, trenching, etc. -Demolition, houses, barns, concrete, etc . -Landscaping, hardscaping, tree work, retaining walls etc. -Junk removal, Cars, house clean outs, property cleanups, etc.

"Overall they over promised and under delivered. The job was to grade my front yard and add a concrete step. The absolute minimal grading was completed, and the concrete was poured in the rain making the finish rough and dirty and the concrete leaked into the driveway. Had to contact multiple times to get the tent removed and concrete cleaned up. I do appreciate the grass that was put down. Definitely a little disappointed that the minimum was done. Wish I had only paid half up front so they would have come back quicker to complete the job."

Sue F on May 2024

We are a family owned company that is interested in making your visions a reality, no job is to big or to small. Things we offer: -Excavation, grading, trenching, etc. -Demolition, houses, barns, concrete, etc . -Landscaping, hardscaping, tree work, retaining walls etc. -Junk removal, Cars, house clean outs, property cleanups, etc.

"Overall they over promised and under delivered. The job was to grade my front yard and add a concrete step. The absolute minimal grading was completed, and the concrete was poured in the rain making the finish rough and dirty and the concrete leaked into the driveway. Had to contact multiple times to get the tent removed and concrete cleaned up. I do appreciate the grass that was put down. Definitely a little disappointed that the minimum was done. Wish I had only paid half up front so they would have come back quicker to complete the job."

Sue F on May 2024


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

A perc test takes an average of around two hours, but it can range from one hour up to around six hours. Perc tests that require wider or deeper holes and those that require multiple holes dug throughout your property will take longer because there’s more excavation involved. The actual filling of the hole and monitoring to gauge the rate of percolation should take under an hour per hole.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

Skunk digging looks like a series of small, cone-shaped holes on a lawn or around the perimeter of a home, porch, deck, or shed. The holes that skunks dig when searching for grubs tend to be no more than four inches in diameter and may be up to four inches deep.

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