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LA Landscaping

4.96(
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LA Landscaping

4.96(
134
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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

"They did a great job. They were very fast"

Cynthia B on November 2025

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

"They did a great job. They were very fast"

Cynthia B on November 2025


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Crackology, LLC

5.00(
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Crackology, LLC

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Free onsite estimate
Warranties offered

Welcome to Crackology, where we specialize in providing expert foundation repair and waterproofing services for homeowners who need reliable solutions to protect their most valuable asset – their home. With years of experience in the industry, Crackology is committed to delivering high-quality, long-lasting repairs, and top-tier waterproofing solutions. We pride ourselves on being the trusted partner you can rely on when your home is facing foundation issues, moisture problems, or structural concerns.

 At Crackology, we don’t just fix foundations; we restore your peace of mind. Foundation issues are more than just repairs—they’re a matter of safety and security. Our mission is simple: to provide dependable, long-lasting foundation repairs and waterproofing solutions that protect what matters most, your home.

"I landed upon Crackology at the right time and I was very thankful for it. I had been working with a previous concrete company for wellnover 6 months. Not only did this company consume a lot of my time, money was wasted and the job was left incomplete. I was left trying to figure out how my excavation and foundation was going to to be completed before the winter kicked in placing my unfinished basement at risk of shifting and potentially more costs! They also offered financing as an option even though I did not need it. Crackology was able to not only fix what the previous concrete company left incomplete but gave an expected time of completion with a breakdown of expected costs. Very thorough with assessing what I desired for my basement (excavation, new beams, waterproof barrier), they did not leave me wondering when the job would be complete, and most importantly, kept me in the loop alongside each step of completion. I highly recommend them if you need concrete work and foundation work completed."

Chiffon H on May 2025

Welcome to Crackology, where we specialize in providing expert foundation repair and waterproofing services for homeowners who need reliable solutions to protect their most valuable asset – their home. With years of experience in the industry, Crackology is committed to delivering high-quality, long-lasting repairs, and top-tier waterproofing solutions. We pride ourselves on being the trusted partner you can rely on when your home is facing foundation issues, moisture problems, or structural concerns.

 At Crackology, we don’t just fix foundations; we restore your peace of mind. Foundation issues are more than just repairs—they’re a matter of safety and security. Our mission is simple: to provide dependable, long-lasting foundation repairs and waterproofing solutions that protect what matters most, your home.

"I landed upon Crackology at the right time and I was very thankful for it. I had been working with a previous concrete company for wellnover 6 months. Not only did this company consume a lot of my time, money was wasted and the job was left incomplete. I was left trying to figure out how my excavation and foundation was going to to be completed before the winter kicked in placing my unfinished basement at risk of shifting and potentially more costs! They also offered financing as an option even though I did not need it. Crackology was able to not only fix what the previous concrete company left incomplete but gave an expected time of completion with a breakdown of expected costs. Very thorough with assessing what I desired for my basement (excavation, new beams, waterproof barrier), they did not leave me wondering when the job would be complete, and most importantly, kept me in the loop alongside each step of completion. I highly recommend them if you need concrete work and foundation work completed."

Chiffon H on May 2025


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Volkmann Construction, LLC

5.00(
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Volkmann Construction, LLC

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

We do not service residential work what so ever. At Volkmann Construction, LLC, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote. Our minimums for small machines are 1200 a (skid steer) and 2500 on large machines cost will go up according to the size and scope of the job.

"Quick response. Excellent work."

Benjamin H on February 2024

We do not service residential work what so ever. At Volkmann Construction, LLC, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote. Our minimums for small machines are 1200 a (skid steer) and 2500 on large machines cost will go up according to the size and scope of the job.

"Quick response. Excellent work."

Benjamin H on February 2024


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Jeff Roach Enterprises, LLC

4.92(
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Jeff Roach Enterprises, LLC

4.92(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
33 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Jeff Roach Enterprises, LLC, is a professional company rooted in the principles of quality, craftsmanship, fair pricing and client care. We know you are tired of lousy service and poor craftsmanship and therefore we will be meticulous in our "Attention to Detail". Our company was built on the idea that honesty and quality create long-term trust and partnerships. With 40 years' experience, Jeff Roach Enterprises, LLC, knows how to manage many of the stress points in projects by handling one project at a time, listening, communicating, doing what we say, using skilled craftsmen, keeping clean and guaranteeing customer satisfaction. Jeff Roach Enterprises, LLC, as founder, owner and CEO, I invite you to do your due diligence as you consider your project. We look forward to helping you achieve your home and/or business improvement goals. Please give us a call to schedule your appointment!

"Outstanding work at very fair price. So appreciate their attention to detail and getting the work done right. Very grateful to have them service our home and strongly recommend to others. Dave and Ruth W."

David W on April 2025

Jeff Roach Enterprises, LLC, is a professional company rooted in the principles of quality, craftsmanship, fair pricing and client care. We know you are tired of lousy service and poor craftsmanship and therefore we will be meticulous in our "Attention to Detail". Our company was built on the idea that honesty and quality create long-term trust and partnerships. With 40 years' experience, Jeff Roach Enterprises, LLC, knows how to manage many of the stress points in projects by handling one project at a time, listening, communicating, doing what we say, using skilled craftsmen, keeping clean and guaranteeing customer satisfaction. Jeff Roach Enterprises, LLC, as founder, owner and CEO, I invite you to do your due diligence as you consider your project. We look forward to helping you achieve your home and/or business improvement goals. Please give us a call to schedule your appointment!

"Outstanding work at very fair price. So appreciate their attention to detail and getting the work done right. Very grateful to have them service our home and strongly recommend to others. Dave and Ruth W."

David W on April 2025


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Louie & Sons Excavating

4.50(
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Louie & Sons Excavating

4.50(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 55 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"Very responsive and prompt! Job was quoted and done in one day!"

Torree P on December 2019

With over 55 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"Very responsive and prompt! Job was quoted and done in one day!"

Torree P on December 2019


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Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating

5.00(
3
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Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating

5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating has been dedicated to this craft for over 7 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!

"Corbin was great! He communicated well, answered questions, did quality work-very much ch a professional."

Nancy J on May 2024

Dean and Sons Plumbing and Excavating has been dedicated to this craft for over 7 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!

"Corbin was great! He communicated well, answered questions, did quality work-very much ch a professional."

Nancy J on May 2024


Salter Wetlands Associates

5.00(
2
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Salter Wetlands Associates

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

) Welcome to Salter Wetlands Associates. We work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"An excellent experience. John always returned my calls quickly and showed up exactly when he promised. Smart, personable, excellent work ethic. Extremely satisfied and happy I hired him. Highly recommended."

Bill J on March 2024

) Welcome to Salter Wetlands Associates. We work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"An excellent experience. John always returned my calls quickly and showed up exactly when he promised. Smart, personable, excellent work ethic. Extremely satisfied and happy I hired him. Highly recommended."

Bill J on March 2024


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KC Septic & Sewer Contractors

5.00(
2
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KC Septic & Sewer Contractors

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"They were very proficient and gave me clear information regarding work to be done. "

Greg B on December 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"They were very proficient and gave me clear information regarding work to be done. "

Greg B on December 2025


Legacy Timber LLC

5.00(
1
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Legacy Timber LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Legacy Timber LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Legacy Timber LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Very professional job, they care about the customer and providing the services as required and meeting the customer needs."

Cindi x on June 2023

Legacy Timber LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Legacy Timber LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Very professional job, they care about the customer and providing the services as required and meeting the customer needs."

Cindi x on June 2023


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Do It All Services

5.00(
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Do It All Services

5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Do It All Handyman 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.

"Very nice guys. Worked with us on scheduling and price was very reasonable and well worth the work and their customer service was awesome"

allen s on August 2024

Do It All Handyman 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.

"Very nice guys. Worked with us on scheduling and price was very reasonable and well worth the work and their customer service was awesome"

allen s on August 2024

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

It is a common belief that excavation is easier or less costly when done in the summer or when the ground is not frozen. Seasons have little effect on when excavation can occur; however, inclement weather can prolong the duration of the job and potentially increase costs. For this reason, those in rainy climates may opt for seasons with milder weather.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

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