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McDowell Excavating, LLC

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McDowell Excavating, LLC

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
4 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.

"Fast, reliable and knowledgeable owner. He made sure all my needs were met and went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied with his work. "

Daryian O on January 2026

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.

"Fast, reliable and knowledgeable owner. He made sure all my needs were met and went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied with his work. "

Daryian O on January 2026

korte Tree Care

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korte Tree Care

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

We accept Visa and Mastercard

"Korte Tree Care is a fabulous company! They responded quickly and professionally with a great quote and great service! They removed our tree and ground out the stump so well that we can't even tell that there was a tree there! Wow! We recommend them highly! Thank you so much!!!"

Adria V on April 2023

We accept Visa and Mastercard

"Korte Tree Care is a fabulous company! They responded quickly and professionally with a great quote and great service! They removed our tree and ground out the stump so well that we can't even tell that there was a tree there! Wow! We recommend them highly! Thank you so much!!!"

Adria V on April 2023

Timberland Tree Service

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Timberland Tree Service

4.90(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Winter specials call now!

"The team from Timberland was very professional, doing a phenomenal job of trimming the trees and leaving them in much better shape. They cleaned up the job as they went, and left my lawn spotless. They used all the appropriate safety equipment, and removed several large limbs in segments so that the falling debris did not damage the lawn. The crew chipped the branches and debris, and raked the lawn before they left. I will use them again for any of my tree maintenance needs."

Keith M on January 2018

Winter specials call now!

"The team from Timberland was very professional, doing a phenomenal job of trimming the trees and leaving them in much better shape. They cleaned up the job as they went, and left my lawn spotless. They used all the appropriate safety equipment, and removed several large limbs in segments so that the falling debris did not damage the lawn. The crew chipped the branches and debris, and raked the lawn before they left. I will use them again for any of my tree maintenance needs."

Keith M on January 2018

Braik Brothers Tree Care and Green Waste Recycling

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Braik Brothers Tree Care and Green Waste Recycling

4.83(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Braik Brothers Tree Care and Green Waste Recycling is a family owned company that is based on satisfying their customers and hard work. The Braik Brothers are proud to say they are one of the most GREEN companies in America. Additional contact name - Dan Braik. family owned & operated.

Braik Brothers Tree Care and Green Waste Recycling is a family owned company that is based on satisfying their customers and hard work. The Braik Brothers are proud to say they are one of the most GREEN companies in America. Additional contact name - Dan Braik. family owned & operated.

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Mr Rooter Plumbing of Columbia Missouri

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Mr Rooter Plumbing of Columbia Missouri

4.31(
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Customers say: Quick response
22 years of experience

At Mr. Rooter® Plumbing every customer’s individual needs are important. Whether it’s a simple sink clog or a damaged sewer line, you can count on a Mr. Rooter plumber to take care of your plumbing needs – day or night – with never an overtime charge. Our professional service, quality products and honest, up-front pricing make Mr. Rooter the best value in plumbing services nationwide. Mr. Rooter is ready for all emergency plumbing issues, from clogged drains and sewage backups to frozen pipes and leaking water heaters. You can count on an expert diagnosis from Mr. Rooter with our camera inspection tools. Then we’ll fix it right the first time, whether it takes HydroScrub® drain cleaning or trenchless pipe repair, with courteous smiles on our faces. There's a reason they call us Mr.® Call your local Mr. Rooter today.

"Sewer lines needed to be replaced. The workers came out and worked in the rain to get it completed. I went out to take a picture of how deep it was and was told the porch was compromised since they had removed dirt from under wooden porch. So they took a picture. They finished, said they would be back to smooth the huge pile of dirt out and put grass seed down. The biggest thing is they didn't put much dirt back under the wooden porch. Is it still compromised? Could very well be. They refuse to come back and finish the job. They certainly don't follow thru but were very thorough about making sure they get paid. Find someone else!"

Rhonda B on July 2025

At Mr. Rooter® Plumbing every customer’s individual needs are important. Whether it’s a simple sink clog or a damaged sewer line, you can count on a Mr. Rooter plumber to take care of your plumbing needs – day or night – with never an overtime charge. Our professional service, quality products and honest, up-front pricing make Mr. Rooter the best value in plumbing services nationwide. Mr. Rooter is ready for all emergency plumbing issues, from clogged drains and sewage backups to frozen pipes and leaking water heaters. You can count on an expert diagnosis from Mr. Rooter with our camera inspection tools. Then we’ll fix it right the first time, whether it takes HydroScrub® drain cleaning or trenchless pipe repair, with courteous smiles on our faces. There's a reason they call us Mr.® Call your local Mr. Rooter today.

"Sewer lines needed to be replaced. The workers came out and worked in the rain to get it completed. I went out to take a picture of how deep it was and was told the porch was compromised since they had removed dirt from under wooden porch. So they took a picture. They finished, said they would be back to smooth the huge pile of dirt out and put grass seed down. The biggest thing is they didn't put much dirt back under the wooden porch. Is it still compromised? Could very well be. They refuse to come back and finish the job. They certainly don't follow thru but were very thorough about making sure they get paid. Find someone else!"

Rhonda B on July 2025

C L Richardson Construction

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C L Richardson Construction

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

At C L Richardson Construction Co. Inc. we strive for excellence. Our company is completely dedicated to providing seamless service to our customers in the Ashland area. Every team member we have on board works hard to make sure your project is done on time, and on budget. We bring over 65 years of experience to the table, and we have many satisfied customers. When you hire us to complete a project, you can feel good about the quality of service and the end result. Call us today to get started.

At C L Richardson Construction Co. Inc. we strive for excellence. Our company is completely dedicated to providing seamless service to our customers in the Ashland area. Every team member we have on board works hard to make sure your project is done on time, and on budget. We bring over 65 years of experience to the table, and we have many satisfied customers. When you hire us to complete a project, you can feel good about the quality of service and the end result. Call us today to get started.

Mike's Construction LLC

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Mike's Construction LLC

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

Additional emails - [email protected], [email protected]. Additional phones - (573) 795-6648, (573) 406-3430, (417) 737-2018. Additional contact names - Dennis Conners, Ed Tobias, Ty Gauch.

Additional emails - [email protected], [email protected]. Additional phones - (573) 795-6648, (573) 406-3430, (417) 737-2018. Additional contact names - Dennis Conners, Ed Tobias, Ty Gauch.

Unerstall Foundations, Inc

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Unerstall Foundations, Inc

5.00(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a small family owned & operated company with 10-20 employees & 35+ years of construction experience. We often work with other contractors & sub sonctractors. We do have financing available offered through a local company

We are a small family owned & operated company with 10-20 employees & 35+ years of construction experience. We often work with other contractors & sub sonctractors. We do have financing available offered through a local company

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Costello Land Management

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Costello Land Management

4.83(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in TREE REMOVAL, FORESTRY, MULCHING, AND STUMP REMOVAL. We have over 20 years of experience and I'm fully insured. We are located in Marceline, Missouri and we are owner/operated.

"Mike is a very good and efficient machine operator. He is very conscientious about the job and was far more particular than I was, which was appreciated!!!"

Eric F on February 2022

We specialize in TREE REMOVAL, FORESTRY, MULCHING, AND STUMP REMOVAL. We have over 20 years of experience and I'm fully insured. We are located in Marceline, Missouri and we are owner/operated.

"Mike is a very good and efficient machine operator. He is very conscientious about the job and was far more particular than I was, which was appreciated!!!"

Eric F on February 2022

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

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.

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