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Avatar for West Water & Sewer Specialist
West Water & Sewer Specialist
47051 Executive Dr.
4.26(
27
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West Water & Sewer Specialist
47051 Executive Dr.
4.26(
27
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
76 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

west water and sewer has been around since 2009.with over 25 years experience rest assure your job will be done the right way the first time. we offer the best pricing with flat rats and no up charging. We look forward to helping you with your drain or sewer problems. We do not sub any jobs and the owner is on all jobs.

"Awesome work"

Ryan W on May 2025

west water and sewer has been around since 2009.with over 25 years experience rest assure your job will be done the right way the first time. we offer the best pricing with flat rats and no up charging. We look forward to helping you with your drain or sewer problems. We do not sub any jobs and the owner is on all jobs.

"Awesome work"

Ryan W on May 2025


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Mr. Pipey Plumbing
12660 Burt Rd
4.47(
15
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Mr. Pipey Plumbing
12660 Burt Rd
4.47(
15
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
209 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Mr. Pipey Plumbing is a premier plumbing service provider specializing in cutting-edge solutions for drain and sewer issues. Our expert team focuses on snaking drains, efficiently clearing blockages and ensuring smooth drainage using state-of-the-art snaking equipment; hydrojets, utilizing high-pressure water jets to thoroughly clean pipes, removing stubborn clogs and build-up, and restoring optimal flow; and camera inspections, employing advanced camera technology to inspect and diagnose issues within your plumbing system, providing accurate and effective solutions. We also fix and install water heaters, ensuring your hot water needs are met with expertise and efficiency. In addition, we offer a range of other plumbing services.

"Drivers dont know how to drive and they will call and harass you for a good review if you give a bad one."

jacob W on July 2025

Mr. Pipey Plumbing is a premier plumbing service provider specializing in cutting-edge solutions for drain and sewer issues. Our expert team focuses on snaking drains, efficiently clearing blockages and ensuring smooth drainage using state-of-the-art snaking equipment; hydrojets, utilizing high-pressure water jets to thoroughly clean pipes, removing stubborn clogs and build-up, and restoring optimal flow; and camera inspections, employing advanced camera technology to inspect and diagnose issues within your plumbing system, providing accurate and effective solutions. We also fix and install water heaters, ensuring your hot water needs are met with expertise and efficiency. In addition, we offer a range of other plumbing services.

"Drivers dont know how to drive and they will call and harass you for a good review if you give a bad one."

jacob W on July 2025


Avatar for Elite Excavation and Demolition
Elite Excavation and Demolition
3627 Cayman Ct
5.00(
7
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Elite Excavation and Demolition
3627 Cayman Ct
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
54 local quotes requested

We are a full service commercial and residential excavation company with over 10 years of experience offering the following; Basement Excavation. Underground utility excavation; sewer and water lines Pond digging and maintenance. Site grading. Gravel driveway installation. Residential and commercial concrete installation and demolition. Residential and commercial asphalt installation and demolition. Full home and pool demolition. Septic system installation and replacement. Boulder retaining walls. Land clearing.

"Elite Excavation and Demo did a great job. Trey kept in constant communication and completed the work before the original estimated start date. Thanks, Trey, for your good work."

Willard Z on November 2024

We are a full service commercial and residential excavation company with over 10 years of experience offering the following; Basement Excavation. Underground utility excavation; sewer and water lines Pond digging and maintenance. Site grading. Gravel driveway installation. Residential and commercial concrete installation and demolition. Residential and commercial asphalt installation and demolition. Full home and pool demolition. Septic system installation and replacement. Boulder retaining walls. Land clearing.

"Elite Excavation and Demo did a great job. Trey kept in constant communication and completed the work before the original estimated start date. Thanks, Trey, for your good work."

Willard Z on November 2024


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WaterWork Plumbing
1049 Hilton
4.64(
385
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WaterWork Plumbing
1049 Hilton
4.64(
385
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
1169 local quotes requested

Licensed and insured Master Plumber. We strive to provide the best service possible to our clients. We serve the plumbing needs of residential, commercial and industrial clients. We are a team of 10 individuals. The company is large enough to handle any project but still retains the ability to offer a personal experience. Our trucks are fully stocked with the majority of products needed to make repairs on the plumbing systems in your home or business. Normal business hours are 8:30 to 5:00 Monday through Friday and 8:30 to 2:00 on Saturday. We offer emergency service 24/7/365.

"excellent. Brandon found and cleared the blockage very quickly."

Larry C on July 2025

Licensed and insured Master Plumber. We strive to provide the best service possible to our clients. We serve the plumbing needs of residential, commercial and industrial clients. We are a team of 10 individuals. The company is large enough to handle any project but still retains the ability to offer a personal experience. Our trucks are fully stocked with the majority of products needed to make repairs on the plumbing systems in your home or business. Normal business hours are 8:30 to 5:00 Monday through Friday and 8:30 to 2:00 on Saturday. We offer emergency service 24/7/365.

"excellent. Brandon found and cleared the blockage very quickly."

Larry C on July 2025


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Pelkey Services
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4.92(
12
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Pelkey Services
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4.92(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
343 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

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


Brown's Excavating
8334 Gray Street
4.90(
26
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Approved Pro
Brown's Excavating
8334 Gray Street
4.90(
26
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
36 years of experience

Brown's Excavating, we specialize in foundation work, sewer repairs, trenching, grading, sloping, demolition and all your outdoor grounds/underground needs. We served the Michigan, area for 18 years. Please call me I'm out working in the field, I due not monitor my e-mails daily thank you.

"Tim came and was very thorough and honest with his opinions on our particular situation. Phenomenal worker always answers the phone never left me in the dark and got the work done ASAP. I would use Tim again in the future!!"

Vi C on April 2024

Brown's Excavating, we specialize in foundation work, sewer repairs, trenching, grading, sloping, demolition and all your outdoor grounds/underground needs. We served the Michigan, area for 18 years. Please call me I'm out working in the field, I due not monitor my e-mails daily thank you.

"Tim came and was very thorough and honest with his opinions on our particular situation. Phenomenal worker always answers the phone never left me in the dark and got the work done ASAP. I would use Tim again in the future!!"

Vi C on April 2024


Regal Rigging and Demolition, LLC
2440 W Highland Rd Suite 105
4.33(
45
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Approved Pro
Regal Rigging and Demolition, LLC
2440 W Highland Rd Suite 105
4.33(
45
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
17 local quotes requested
75 years of experience

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


Mierzwa Construction LLC
No reviews
Mierzwa Construction LLC
No reviews
6 years of experience

At Mierzwa Construction, we offer a comprehensive range of services to meet all your construction needs. With years of experience, we are committed to delivering exceptional quality and customer satisfaction. From residential and commercial construction to demolition and land clearing, we have the expertise and resources to handle any project. Contact us today for a free consultation and let us bring your vision to life.

At Mierzwa Construction, we offer a comprehensive range of services to meet all your construction needs. With years of experience, we are committed to delivering exceptional quality and customer satisfaction. From residential and commercial construction to demolition and land clearing, we have the expertise and resources to handle any project. Contact us today for a free consultation and let us bring your vision to life.


Priority One Contractors LLC
No reviews
Priority One Contractors LLC
No reviews
8 years of experience

Priority One Contractors offers reasonable prices, and specializes in dirt work, driveways, grading, Sewer/ Storm Drain, Land Development, etc. We are located in Howell, Michigan, and we operate in all of Livingston, Oakland, and Wayne County. Priority One is a family based company who conducts themselves with the upmost professionalism along with being able to work with customers on a personal level.

Priority One Contractors offers reasonable prices, and specializes in dirt work, driveways, grading, Sewer/ Storm Drain, Land Development, etc. We are located in Howell, Michigan, and we operate in all of Livingston, Oakland, and Wayne County. Priority One is a family based company who conducts themselves with the upmost professionalism along with being able to work with customers on a personal level.


Mcgilligan Contracting
No reviews
Mcgilligan Contracting
No reviews
2 years of experience

We specialize in concrete work, such as  Concrete R&R  Catch basin repair, point up, & rebuild  Vac truck service  Bumper block R&R  Land clearing/Mulching  Custom driveway grading  Stump removal  Down spout tie in/roof conductors  Utility trenching/ conduit install  Culvert piping R&R  New culvert install & swales  Pond maintenance

We specialize in concrete work, such as  Concrete R&R  Catch basin repair, point up, & rebuild  Vac truck service  Bumper block R&R  Land clearing/Mulching  Custom driveway grading  Stump removal  Down spout tie in/roof conductors  Utility trenching/ conduit install  Culvert piping R&R  New culvert install & swales  Pond maintenance

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FAQs for excavation projects in Novi, MI

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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