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Elson Services LLC

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Elson Services LLC

4.97(
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Elson Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I was very impressed! Tree looks great, prompt, clean up was perfect. I would definitely hire them again, thank you!"

E. K on September 2025

Elson Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"I was very impressed! Tree looks great, prompt, clean up was perfect. I would definitely hire them again, thank you!"

E. K on September 2025


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Pelkey Services

4.92(
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Pelkey Services

4.92(
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Customers say: Quick response
17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Pelkey Services is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you! We specialize in - Sewer Drain Cleaning, Sewer Water Jetting, Camera Inspection, Sewer Repair, Plumbing Maintenance Repair, New Sewer & Water Installation, Septic Services, Site Development, Concrete & Asphalt Repair & Seal Coating. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your estimate today!

"Absolutely great service! Very timely, efficient, and clean. Yes, I would hire again."

Tiye G on October 2024

Pelkey Services is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you! We specialize in - Sewer Drain Cleaning, Sewer Water Jetting, Camera Inspection, Sewer Repair, Plumbing Maintenance Repair, New Sewer & Water Installation, Septic Services, Site Development, Concrete & Asphalt Repair & Seal Coating. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your estimate today!

"Absolutely great service! Very timely, efficient, and clean. Yes, I would hire again."

Tiye G on October 2024


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Alliance Ground Services, LLC

5.00(
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Alliance Ground Services, LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Locally owned and built Alliance is looking to make a positive difference for each customer and community. Alliance is dedicated to changing the interface between contractor and consumer through proving integrity and honesty. Consumers need to know they are getting a quality service at a competitive cost. With continuous communication there is no question we won't answer.

"We would recommend Alliance Ground Services to anyone. Jared & Kayla consulted with us on our project offering great thoughts and suggestions to enhance own ideas. Our project involved many different improvements and they met or exceeded our hopes on everything we asked for especially the retaining wall. Our project finished at the projected cost in a timely manner. I still enjoy seeing all the improvements Jared & Kayla made to our property."

michael h on March 2024

Locally owned and built Alliance is looking to make a positive difference for each customer and community. Alliance is dedicated to changing the interface between contractor and consumer through proving integrity and honesty. Consumers need to know they are getting a quality service at a competitive cost. With continuous communication there is no question we won't answer.

"We would recommend Alliance Ground Services to anyone. Jared & Kayla consulted with us on our project offering great thoughts and suggestions to enhance own ideas. Our project involved many different improvements and they met or exceeded our hopes on everything we asked for especially the retaining wall. Our project finished at the projected cost in a timely manner. I still enjoy seeing all the improvements Jared & Kayla made to our property."

michael h on March 2024


Regal Rigging and Demolition, LLC

4.33(
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Regal Rigging and Demolition, LLC

4.33(
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Customers say: Quality work
75 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Regal Recycling, Inc., began as a small company in 1950. Over the years, we have expanded our services to include residential and commercial demolition services, and environmental abatement services. Regal Recycling, Inc., services a wide range of customers from commercial, residential, private sector and industrial facilities. We are also committed to reusing and recycling to lead the next generation into green building with the ability to achieve an impressive recycling rate on most projects. Regal Recycling, Inc., prides itself on offering our services with quality expertise, attention to detail and meeting each clients needs. We also offer Lot Clearing - For Building Site- Commercial & Residential, Farm clean ups & hauling scrap metals, Dumpster Services for scrap metals,construction debri, and household cleanups. Hauling Heavy Equipment and Machines.

"Did a great job at a fair price. Was also willing to negotiate the price and reduce some of the work being done."

A J B on July 2025

Regal Recycling, Inc., began as a small company in 1950. Over the years, we have expanded our services to include residential and commercial demolition services, and environmental abatement services. Regal Recycling, Inc., services a wide range of customers from commercial, residential, private sector and industrial facilities. We are also committed to reusing and recycling to lead the next generation into green building with the ability to achieve an impressive recycling rate on most projects. Regal Recycling, Inc., prides itself on offering our services with quality expertise, attention to detail and meeting each clients needs. We also offer Lot Clearing - For Building Site- Commercial & Residential, Farm clean ups & hauling scrap metals, Dumpster Services for scrap metals,construction debri, and household cleanups. Hauling Heavy Equipment and Machines.

"Did a great job at a fair price. Was also willing to negotiate the price and reduce some of the work being done."

A J B on July 2025


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Miller Land Services

5.00(
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Miller Land Services

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Looking for reliable, high quality, and affordable land services? I've got you covered! With over 12 years of hands-on experience in the construction industry, I ensure every job is done right the first time. Whether it's a small residential project or a large-scale site prep, I will get it done efficiently and professionally.

"Excellent work! Scotty was great to work with, incredibly reliable and knowledgeable."

Billy F on August 2025

Looking for reliable, high quality, and affordable land services? I've got you covered! With over 12 years of hands-on experience in the construction industry, I ensure every job is done right the first time. Whether it's a small residential project or a large-scale site prep, I will get it done efficiently and professionally.

"Excellent work! Scotty was great to work with, incredibly reliable and knowledgeable."

Billy F on August 2025


Allison Contracting

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Allison Contracting

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your property as if it were our own. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I have had them out twice now, to side my house and then my garage. They are very professional and they do outstanding work. They are also helpful when making a decision you are not sure about. Their cost is very reasonable compared to other well known companies I had called. They also give free estimates. I would highly recommend them for your next siding project."

Jamie M on October 2020

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your property as if it were our own. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I have had them out twice now, to side my house and then my garage. They are very professional and they do outstanding work. They are also helpful when making a decision you are not sure about. Their cost is very reasonable compared to other well known companies I had called. They also give free estimates. I would highly recommend them for your next siding project."

Jamie M on October 2020


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JT Excavating, LLC

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JT Excavating, LLC

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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JT Excavating, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

JT Excavating, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


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WaterBGone Basement Waterproofing

4.85(
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WaterBGone Basement Waterproofing

4.85(
108
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

WaterBGone Basement Waterproofing is an independently owned and operated company serving South Eastern Michigan for over 25 years. When you call or email WaterBGone Basement Waterproofing, you won’t be dealing with a salesperson; you’ll be dealing directly with the owner. Not only do we guarantee that if you call today you will have your estimate in 24 hours or less, we guarantee our basement waterproofing services with a lifetime transferable guarantee. We will always give you honest advice and fair pricing. Because we are a small company with low overhead costs, we will beat any competitors quote by $300. Joe actively volunteers for FEMA and Habitat for Humanity.

"Terrible experience spent so much money with a guaranteed warranty for accepted job only to find he wasn't so nice and polite once I pointed out issues with incoming water issues remain the same, as if no work had been done. His own worker told me alone in private "I told him more should have been done." Joseph Safie aka Joey Safie works under Licensed Number 2102196780, which is SAS Services, Inc. - Don't let him scream at you when you have a warranty problem or bully you telling you that you have the wrong company, review the license on contract. The company is licensed under SAS Services, Inc - check out reviews under that name. Joey refused to honor his promise on workmanship or warranty, and only offered to charge me thousands more with no proof of drainage connection on work performed. Zero Integrity and Honor of Workmanship. Don't endure the drama of his Jekyl and Hyde persona of this contractor that works under licensed name SAS Services, Inc. (look up reviews there before anything else)."

Lisa P on May 2023

WaterBGone Basement Waterproofing is an independently owned and operated company serving South Eastern Michigan for over 25 years. When you call or email WaterBGone Basement Waterproofing, you won’t be dealing with a salesperson; you’ll be dealing directly with the owner. Not only do we guarantee that if you call today you will have your estimate in 24 hours or less, we guarantee our basement waterproofing services with a lifetime transferable guarantee. We will always give you honest advice and fair pricing. Because we are a small company with low overhead costs, we will beat any competitors quote by $300. Joe actively volunteers for FEMA and Habitat for Humanity.

"Terrible experience spent so much money with a guaranteed warranty for accepted job only to find he wasn't so nice and polite once I pointed out issues with incoming water issues remain the same, as if no work had been done. His own worker told me alone in private "I told him more should have been done." Joseph Safie aka Joey Safie works under Licensed Number 2102196780, which is SAS Services, Inc. - Don't let him scream at you when you have a warranty problem or bully you telling you that you have the wrong company, review the license on contract. The company is licensed under SAS Services, Inc - check out reviews under that name. Joey refused to honor his promise on workmanship or warranty, and only offered to charge me thousands more with no proof of drainage connection on work performed. Zero Integrity and Honor of Workmanship. Don't endure the drama of his Jekyl and Hyde persona of this contractor that works under licensed name SAS Services, Inc. (look up reviews there before anything else)."

Lisa P on May 2023


"They waterproofed our basement several years ago. They included a lifetime warranty (not my lifetime, but the lifetime of the structure.) We've had subsequent leaking and getting them to revisit has been a nightmare. They don't return calls, they arrive 3 hours late to an appointment and then when they determined the work needed fell within the warranty, they never called to schedule the follow up appointment. When we called, they booked us for 2/8/2019 between 9am-10am. When they didn't show by 11am, we called. They said that because we don't have a cell phone, they couldn't reach us. (We only provided them a home phone number) and that our appointment was cancelled because of an emergency yesterday. They do not care about our business because we have already paid them over $5,000 and they refuse to follow through with their guarantee."

Stefanie W on February 2019

Additional phone - (248) 544-4118, (734) 285-8005. Uses licensed subcontractor for plumbing work.

"They waterproofed our basement several years ago. They included a lifetime warranty (not my lifetime, but the lifetime of the structure.) We've had subsequent leaking and getting them to revisit has been a nightmare. They don't return calls, they arrive 3 hours late to an appointment and then when they determined the work needed fell within the warranty, they never called to schedule the follow up appointment. When we called, they booked us for 2/8/2019 between 9am-10am. When they didn't show by 11am, we called. They said that because we don't have a cell phone, they couldn't reach us. (We only provided them a home phone number) and that our appointment was cancelled because of an emergency yesterday. They do not care about our business because we have already paid them over $5,000 and they refuse to follow through with their guarantee."

Stefanie W on February 2019


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Clog-Busters Sewer & Drain Services LLC

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Clog-Busters Sewer & Drain Services LLC

4.96(
25
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Clog-Busters Sewer & Drain Services, LLC was established in 1999 by Christopher Watson. His vision was to create a successful business built on excellent customer service. Honesty, reliability and trust are traits that have helped Clog-Busters become one of the industry leaders.

"Fantastic. Scheduling was easy and friendly. It wasn't an emergency situation so Tammy got me on the schedule for a day and. half after I called. Chris showed up in the first half of the 4 hour time window I was given. Once again, friendly and professional service. Tested water flow to confirm the issue, then snaked out the drains and had me run multiple wash cycles tub draining to ensure no issues."

Jon L on August 2021

Clog-Busters Sewer & Drain Services, LLC was established in 1999 by Christopher Watson. His vision was to create a successful business built on excellent customer service. Honesty, reliability and trust are traits that have helped Clog-Busters become one of the industry leaders.

"Fantastic. Scheduling was easy and friendly. It wasn't an emergency situation so Tammy got me on the schedule for a day and. half after I called. Chris showed up in the first half of the 4 hour time window I was given. Once again, friendly and professional service. Tested water flow to confirm the issue, then snaked out the drains and had me run multiple wash cycles tub draining to ensure no issues."

Jon L on August 2021

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.

There is no standard depth, but typically, septic tanks are buried between 4 inches and 4 feet underneath the earth’s surface. There are a few factors that will determine your tank’s depth, including the height of your bedrock, the distance between your home and the tank, and the depth of your main sewer line.

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.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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