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Avatar for Len The Plumber, LLC.

Len The Plumber, LLC.

3610 Commerce Dr
4.25(
1,260
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Approved Pro

Len The Plumber, LLC.

3610 Commerce Dr
4.25(
1,260
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
463 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

6500 Kane Way
4.24(
639
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Approved Pro

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

6500 Kane Way
4.24(
639
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
383 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


"Everything was done great and Mr. Marcia explained everything that he and his crew would do"

Larry T on September 2025

Excavation & Plumbing business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Everything was done great and Mr. Marcia explained everything that he and his crew would do"

Larry T on September 2025


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Almontes Demolition & Construction

6206 Den Lee Dr
4.92(
6
)
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Almontes Demolition & Construction

6206 Den Lee Dr
4.92(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
21 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Almontes Demolition & Construction is a trusted construction and demolition company based in Clinton, MD. They specialize in residential and commercial projects, offering comprehensive services from demolition to complete renovations. With a focus on safety and efficiency, their experienced team utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to deliver high-quality results. Almontes is committed to sustainable practices, recycling materials whenever possible to minimize environmental impact. Known for their reliability and attention to detail, they strive to exceed client expectations on every project.

"David came over and graded my backyard. It looks great."

Jon R on May 2025

Almontes Demolition & Construction is a trusted construction and demolition company based in Clinton, MD. They specialize in residential and commercial projects, offering comprehensive services from demolition to complete renovations. With a focus on safety and efficiency, their experienced team utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to deliver high-quality results. Almontes is committed to sustainable practices, recycling materials whenever possible to minimize environmental impact. Known for their reliability and attention to detail, they strive to exceed client expectations on every project.

"David came over and graded my backyard. It looks great."

Jon R on May 2025


Sunset Lawn Care

395 Hutton Road
4.00(
7
)
Approved Pro

Sunset Lawn Care

395 Hutton Road
4.00(
7
)
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


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Maryland Tank & Environmental, LLC

5860 Old Solomons Island Road
4.73(
11
)
Approved Pro

Maryland Tank & Environmental, LLC

5860 Old Solomons Island Road
4.73(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Maryland Tank and Environmental, LLC, provides quality petroleum storage tank and environmental services to Anne Arundel, nearby counties, and Washington DC. Our specialty is concentrated in home heating oil storage tank service. We provide underground storage tank removal and above ground storage tank installation services. Services include subsequent remediation of leaking storage tanks and underground storage tank testing for real estate transactions. Our company is family owned and operated by a husband and wife team that have over 15 years of combined tank and excavation experience. All work is performed per EPA and MDE standards and regulations. Call us today!

"Professional, knowledgeable, easy to work with and VERY hardworking. I would not hesitate to recommend working with them for tank replacement and any remediation requirements that may be needed, I was very, very pleased with their service, workmen and the company as a whole. A+"

Jane D on November 2021

Maryland Tank and Environmental, LLC, provides quality petroleum storage tank and environmental services to Anne Arundel, nearby counties, and Washington DC. Our specialty is concentrated in home heating oil storage tank service. We provide underground storage tank removal and above ground storage tank installation services. Services include subsequent remediation of leaking storage tanks and underground storage tank testing for real estate transactions. Our company is family owned and operated by a husband and wife team that have over 15 years of combined tank and excavation experience. All work is performed per EPA and MDE standards and regulations. Call us today!

"Professional, knowledgeable, easy to work with and VERY hardworking. I would not hesitate to recommend working with them for tank replacement and any remediation requirements that may be needed, I was very, very pleased with their service, workmen and the company as a whole. A+"

Jane D on November 2021


JS Tank Removal

13845 Willoughby Road
4.95(
86
)
Approved Pro

JS Tank Removal

13845 Willoughby Road
4.95(
86
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
96 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

4420 East Eager Street
4.93(
143
)
Approved Pro

Ace Environmental Holdings, LLC

4420 East Eager Street
4.93(
143
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
118 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


Ches Shores Marine

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Ches Shores Marine

No reviews yet
11 years of experience

We are a Marine Contracting company specializing in stone Shorline protection, rip rap as well as a number of other services such as excavation, demolition. We do not to Bulk Heads and piers. We are a family business that takes a lot of pride in putting together well crafted, quality work.

We are a Marine Contracting company specializing in stone Shorline protection, rip rap as well as a number of other services such as excavation, demolition. We do not to Bulk Heads and piers. We are a family business that takes a lot of pride in putting together well crafted, quality work.


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Bay Area Excavation, LLC

917 Long Point Rd
No reviews yet

Bay Area Excavation, LLC

917 Long Point Rd
No reviews yet
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.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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