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Avatar for Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.48(
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.48(
965
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
90 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"Very professional service, and great customer service."

Toni W on April 2025

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"Very professional service, and great customer service."

Toni W on April 2025


"Jack is a great communicator. Kept me updated throughout the process. His attention to detail was amazing, he finished the project and left a clean work site when complete. I will definitely hire him again."

Ashley M on September 2024

JGW Demo & Excavation, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. Please give us a call for all of your land management needs. Serious inquiries only.

"Jack is a great communicator. Kept me updated throughout the process. His attention to detail was amazing, he finished the project and left a clean work site when complete. I will definitely hire him again."

Ashley M on September 2024


Noble Excavating LLC

5.00(
3
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Noble Excavating LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Great guys that did solid and quick work and were understanding."

Michael D on January 2022

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Great guys that did solid and quick work and were understanding."

Michael D on January 2022


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Trujillo Gardens, LLC

4.73(
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Trujillo Gardens, LLC

4.73(
43
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Trujillo Gardens, LLC, is your number one choice register and insured for all your lawn care needs full maintenance and landscape and hardscaping projects Our commitment to quality is second to none, and we guarantee your complete satisfaction. We enjoy creating long term relationships with each of our clients and we look forward to working with you serving all saint louis mo areas

"Trujillo Gardens, LLC. Installed a French drain system for my foundation issues. I Highly recommended Trujillo Landscaping. They are highly skilled, trust worthy, fair priced and dependable."

Mark W on October 2024

Trujillo Gardens, LLC, is your number one choice register and insured for all your lawn care needs full maintenance and landscape and hardscaping projects Our commitment to quality is second to none, and we guarantee your complete satisfaction. We enjoy creating long term relationships with each of our clients and we look forward to working with you serving all saint louis mo areas

"Trujillo Gardens, LLC. Installed a French drain system for my foundation issues. I Highly recommended Trujillo Landscaping. They are highly skilled, trust worthy, fair priced and dependable."

Mark W on October 2024


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Bri-Co Construction, LLC

4.63(
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Bri-Co Construction, LLC

4.63(
12
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
27 local quotes requested
51 years of experience

With over 40 years of experience in the home and home improvement industry, Bri-Co Construction LLC is your trusted partner for all your residential and commercial needs. We treat every project with the same care and attention as if it were our own. Contact us today - we're excited to work with you!

"After being paid in full They refuse to provide me a lien waver. "

Tim G on September 2025

With over 40 years of experience in the home and home improvement industry, Bri-Co Construction LLC is your trusted partner for all your residential and commercial needs. We treat every project with the same care and attention as if it were our own. Contact us today - we're excited to work with you!

"After being paid in full They refuse to provide me a lien waver. "

Tim G on September 2025


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Tuckerstrenches LLC

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Tuckerstrenches LLC

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1 years of experience

We are a family owned business! Let us help you with your needs! Junk clean up/removal, home clean up, excavation, grading, land clearing, clean ups/clean outs and more! Free estimates.

We are a family owned business! Let us help you with your needs! Junk clean up/removal, home clean up, excavation, grading, land clearing, clean ups/clean outs and more! Free estimates.



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Frey Brothers Land Management

5.00(
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Frey Brothers Land Management

5.00(
5
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Frey Brothers Land Management is your premier choice for exceptional landscaping services, dedicated to enhancing the beauty, functionality, and sustainability of outdoor spaces. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we specialize in providing comprehensive landscape design, installation, and maintenance solutions that exceed our clients' expectations. At Frey Brothers Land Management, we believe that every landscape should tell a story and reflect the unique personality of its owners. Our team of experienced designers works closely with each client to create custom landscape designs that harmonize with the natural environment, enhance curb appeal, and create inviting outdoor living spaces. From lush gardens and vibrant plantings to elegant hardscape features and sustainable elements, we bring creativity and vision to every project, ensuring that your landscape is a true reflection of your style and preferences. Call or click for an estimate today! Efficient solutions to maintaining your outdoors

"The Frey Brothers were excellent. Showed up early, great attitude on a cold day, worked hard, and had energy for more. Hard to find all this at once now days. Will be calling these guys back for more work for sure."

Jay O on March 2024

Frey Brothers Land Management is your premier choice for exceptional landscaping services, dedicated to enhancing the beauty, functionality, and sustainability of outdoor spaces. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we specialize in providing comprehensive landscape design, installation, and maintenance solutions that exceed our clients' expectations. At Frey Brothers Land Management, we believe that every landscape should tell a story and reflect the unique personality of its owners. Our team of experienced designers works closely with each client to create custom landscape designs that harmonize with the natural environment, enhance curb appeal, and create inviting outdoor living spaces. From lush gardens and vibrant plantings to elegant hardscape features and sustainable elements, we bring creativity and vision to every project, ensuring that your landscape is a true reflection of your style and preferences. Call or click for an estimate today! Efficient solutions to maintaining your outdoors

"The Frey Brothers were excellent. Showed up early, great attitude on a cold day, worked hard, and had energy for more. Hard to find all this at once now days. Will be calling these guys back for more work for sure."

Jay O on March 2024


Missouri Handyman Service LLC

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Missouri Handyman Service LLC

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Free onsite estimate

We offer General contracting, renovations & repairs specializing in kitchen and bathroom transformations! However, there is no project large or small we cannot do! We have a combined 25 yrs of experience.

We offer General contracting, renovations & repairs specializing in kitchen and bathroom transformations! However, there is no project large or small we cannot do! We have a combined 25 yrs of experience.


O Donnell Property Solutions LLC

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O Donnell Property Solutions LLC

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2 years of experience

We are a small local company that specializes in retaining wall, grading, excavating, land clearing, and debris/junk removal. We pride ourselves on operating with our values at the forefront of every interaction, with clients providing exceptional customer service.

We are a small local company that specializes in retaining wall, grading, excavating, land clearing, and debris/junk removal. We pride ourselves on operating with our values at the forefront of every interaction, with clients providing exceptional customer service.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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