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RPM Excavation, LLC

4.55(
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RPM Excavation, LLC

4.55(
122
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

RPM Excavation offers fast, friendly and courteous service. Serving the Belleville and surrounding areas with top rated service, RPM Excavation specializes in water features, foundation drainage and minor grading. Give us a call today!

"Matt and his crew did a great job! Best company I've ever had working at my house. Pleasure working with them!"

Ron B on November 2025

RPM Excavation offers fast, friendly and courteous service. Serving the Belleville and surrounding areas with top rated service, RPM Excavation specializes in water features, foundation drainage and minor grading. Give us a call today!

"Matt and his crew did a great job! Best company I've ever had working at my house. Pleasure working with them!"

Ron B on November 2025

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

First Choice Renovations

4.64(
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First Choice Renovations

4.64(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 years of experience

First Choice Renovations 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.

"AJ is very nice and his work is exceptional ! Will use him on other projects!!"

Nick B on March 2022

First Choice Renovations 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.

"AJ is very nice and his work is exceptional ! Will use him on other projects!!"

Nick B on March 2022

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Elite Construction and Paving

5.00(
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Elite Construction and Paving

5.00(
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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Over 30 years experience

"Elite came in and did a stellar job! They did a great job opening up the property and and fixing a drainage issue.the crew cleaned up behind them selfs. All areas were top dressed with fresh top soil and seed."

nick j on March 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. Over 30 years experience

"Elite came in and did a stellar job! They did a great job opening up the property and and fixing a drainage issue.the crew cleaned up behind them selfs. All areas were top dressed with fresh top soil and seed."

nick j on March 2025

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WaterBGone Basement Waterproofing

4.85(
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WaterBGone Basement Waterproofing

4.85(
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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

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Clog-Busters Sewer & Drain Services LLC

4.96(
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Clog-Busters Sewer & Drain Services LLC

4.96(
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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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B Dry System of Michigan Inc

4.70(
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B Dry System of Michigan Inc

4.70(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

The B-Dry® System Wet Basement Waterproofing Process has been used in homes nationwide for over 50 years. Installed in over 300,000 homes and growing, it has been tried and tested in alleviating wet basement problems caused by a number of reasons. In 1986, it was even awarded a patent from the United States Government. Our basement waterproofing systems are warranted and designed to protect your home from problems caused by a high water table, heavy wet soil, cracks or seams in the floor and wall seepage. Serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Livingston, Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair, Sanilac, Tuscola, Saginaw, Bay, Midland, and Isabella counties.

"It went very well"

Crystal H on May 2022

The B-Dry® System Wet Basement Waterproofing Process has been used in homes nationwide for over 50 years. Installed in over 300,000 homes and growing, it has been tried and tested in alleviating wet basement problems caused by a number of reasons. In 1986, it was even awarded a patent from the United States Government. Our basement waterproofing systems are warranted and designed to protect your home from problems caused by a high water table, heavy wet soil, cracks or seams in the floor and wall seepage. Serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Livingston, Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair, Sanilac, Tuscola, Saginaw, Bay, Midland, and Isabella counties.

"It went very well"

Crystal H on May 2022

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JTW Pipes LLC

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JTW Pipes LLC

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

J T W Pipes L.L.C. can undertake projects of any size. Over the years J T W has performed many services for homeowners and businesses always living up to our professional integrity and dedication to honesty and dependability. We offer timely repairs and competitive pricing along with emergency service so call J T W Pipes L.L.C. today - (734) 635-0499.

"I had JTW pipes replace a sump pump drain line in my back yard. They did an excellent job. Jayson, the owner, really knows what he is doing when it comes to in ground piping. Work was done on time, efficiently and at a reasonable cost. I highly recommend JTW Pipes!"

James M on May 2025

J T W Pipes L.L.C. can undertake projects of any size. Over the years J T W has performed many services for homeowners and businesses always living up to our professional integrity and dedication to honesty and dependability. We offer timely repairs and competitive pricing along with emergency service so call J T W Pipes L.L.C. today - (734) 635-0499.

"I had JTW pipes replace a sump pump drain line in my back yard. They did an excellent job. Jayson, the owner, really knows what he is doing when it comes to in ground piping. Work was done on time, efficiently and at a reasonable cost. I highly recommend JTW Pipes!"

James M on May 2025

Egress Solutions Inc

4.90(
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Egress Solutions Inc

4.90(
21
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

For a quote, please call us directly at 248-628-7550. Leaving a message here may delay your quote. Thank you and enjoy your day! Family owned & operated.More information on the egress window installation process and products we install visit us now at www.egresssolutions.com.

"Egress Solutions Review Nov 2018 Egress Solutions (out of Leonard MI) installed a Bowman Kemp Well with window November of 2018 in my poured wall basement. They were right on time, quick to work and very friendly and professional. A crew of four; Owner Mark, son Drew, Sam and Mark were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were in and out in one day; about 7 hours, cleaned up everything and did an outstanding job. The window and well look fantastic. These guys do this for a living and it shows. True professionals. Do the right thing and hire the pros to put egress windows in for you. I would highly recommend Egress Solutions and the team. Great Job!!"

Jerrod S on November 2018

For a quote, please call us directly at 248-628-7550. Leaving a message here may delay your quote. Thank you and enjoy your day! Family owned & operated.More information on the egress window installation process and products we install visit us now at www.egresssolutions.com.

"Egress Solutions Review Nov 2018 Egress Solutions (out of Leonard MI) installed a Bowman Kemp Well with window November of 2018 in my poured wall basement. They were right on time, quick to work and very friendly and professional. A crew of four; Owner Mark, son Drew, Sam and Mark were an absolute pleasure to work with. They were in and out in one day; about 7 hours, cleaned up everything and did an outstanding job. The window and well look fantastic. These guys do this for a living and it shows. True professionals. Do the right thing and hire the pros to put egress windows in for you. I would highly recommend Egress Solutions and the team. Great Job!!"

Jerrod S on November 2018

Drain King Sewer Services

4.93(
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Drain King Sewer Services

4.93(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned & operated. Cost is determined by the job. See website for additional service areas. Additional phone - (734) 525-7719, (734) 341-5059. (248)477-2651, (734)721-4444

"the initial contact was professional, the workers who showed up were professional and did a good job my husband and i thought they were our neighbors down the street because they showed up in street clothes (unprofessional) no uniforms or shirts that showed they were from drain king bad for business"

C T on September 2019

Family owned & operated. Cost is determined by the job. See website for additional service areas. Additional phone - (734) 525-7719, (734) 341-5059. (248)477-2651, (734)721-4444

"the initial contact was professional, the workers who showed up were professional and did a good job my husband and i thought they were our neighbors down the street because they showed up in street clothes (unprofessional) no uniforms or shirts that showed they were from drain king bad for business"

C T on September 2019

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The cost to repair a crawl space runs between $1,500 and $15,000, depending on the extent of the damage. Major flooding or water repairs can cost up to $10,000 for removal and repairs. If you simply need to clean your crawl space, expect to pay between $2,000 and $6,000 for a major cleanout. Replacing a crawl space beam due to rot or damage can cost between $1,500 and $5,000, while removing and replacing damaged insulation costs between $1,000 and $4,000.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even if the project only involves grading or yard leveling. Excavation permits help protect the topography in your area and can avoid issues with poor drainage. In most cases, your excavation company will know whether or not permits are required and will even pull them and close them out for you before and after the job. You can also verify whether permits are necessary by calling your local building department and explaining the proposed project.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Trenches are typically 12 inches to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, your city or county may have specific ordinances that clarify the dimensions needed for the project. For instance, a water pipe may need to be 24 inches deep, but a drainage pipe may need to be 36 inches deep.

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