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NE PLUMBING

4.94(
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NE PLUMBING

4.94(
34
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
60 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated licensed company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We are a dedicated team of professionals and have over 20 years of hands on experience in technical industries, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Pepe and his crew did an awesome job replacing my sewer line in South Santa Fe! Their price was very competitive and their workmanship was top notch. They got the necessary permits and started work the same day. The team worked very hard cutting out an 80’ section of driveway, digging by hand to the old sewer line, replacing it with new cleanouts and back flow valve, backfilling and packing the dirt and pouring new concrete. What a huge effort and a fabulous job done by NE Plumbing & Heating! I highly recommend them! "

Karl B on October 2025

We are a locally owned and operated licensed company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We are a dedicated team of professionals and have over 20 years of hands on experience in technical industries, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Pepe and his crew did an awesome job replacing my sewer line in South Santa Fe! Their price was very competitive and their workmanship was top notch. They got the necessary permits and started work the same day. The team worked very hard cutting out an 80’ section of driveway, digging by hand to the old sewer line, replacing it with new cleanouts and back flow valve, backfilling and packing the dirt and pouring new concrete. What a huge effort and a fabulous job done by NE Plumbing & Heating! I highly recommend them! "

Karl B on October 2025


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MD Excavating

5.00(
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Approved Pro

MD Excavating

5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
106 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We are a local company and have been in business for almost 5 years. We specialize in Earthmoving and removal, leveling, compacting, and any new build excavation in preparation for new construction. We have worked on commercial and residential projects for several years and ready to assist in any project.

"Very professional. They did a great job, and more than expected. "

Courtney H on November 2025

We are a local company and have been in business for almost 5 years. We specialize in Earthmoving and removal, leveling, compacting, and any new build excavation in preparation for new construction. We have worked on commercial and residential projects for several years and ready to assist in any project.

"Very professional. They did a great job, and more than expected. "

Courtney H on November 2025


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DEKON Environmental Services

4.80(
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DEKON Environmental Services

4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in asbestos and mold removal and testing. We have multiple Certified Professionals to handle your needs. We are an experienced environmental contractor with 15 years' experience in the Four Corners Area handling mold and asbestos issues. Our customer service is always hard to beat.

"The technician was just a pleasure to work with! He explained everything he was doing and why. This went a long in alleviating our concerns with the mold problem. I would definitely recommend this company to others with similar issues."

Sal C on December 2024

We specialize in asbestos and mold removal and testing. We have multiple Certified Professionals to handle your needs. We are an experienced environmental contractor with 15 years' experience in the Four Corners Area handling mold and asbestos issues. Our customer service is always hard to beat.

"The technician was just a pleasure to work with! He explained everything he was doing and why. This went a long in alleviating our concerns with the mold problem. I would definitely recommend this company to others with similar issues."

Sal C on December 2024


Excavation services; Trenching, Septic digs, Grading, Land Clearing, Driveway digs, Gravel spreading, Foundations, Bobcat/Skid steer, Excavator.


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Modern Rock Contractors

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Modern Rock Contractors

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13 years of experience

We are a Family Owned, Licensed, Insured and Bonded General Contractor specializing in Asphalt Asset Management, Concrete, Earthwork and Demolition. We offer pot hole repairs, crack sealing, seal coating, parking lot striping, structural concrete, decorative concrete, dirt work and erosion control services throughout the state of New Mexico.

We are a Family Owned, Licensed, Insured and Bonded General Contractor specializing in Asphalt Asset Management, Concrete, Earthwork and Demolition. We offer pot hole repairs, crack sealing, seal coating, parking lot striping, structural concrete, decorative concrete, dirt work and erosion control services throughout the state of New Mexico.


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Griego Timber Co.LLC

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Griego Timber Co.LLC

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Free onsite estimate

Griego timber is a forestry company located in northern New Mexico that preforms everything from larger government thinning projects to smaller private tree and brush removal as well as wildfire mitigation. With 4 generations of knowledge in our industry we take great pride in what we do. 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 FREE estimate today!

Griego timber is a forestry company located in northern New Mexico that preforms everything from larger government thinning projects to smaller private tree and brush removal as well as wildfire mitigation. With 4 generations of knowledge in our industry we take great pride in what we do. 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 FREE estimate today!


East Mountains Plumbing And Heating

5.00(
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East Mountains Plumbing And Heating

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

We have the experience and dedication to do the job right! Specializing in Plumbing, heating, drains and piping needs, 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 to schedule a free estimate today!

"Great company to use for all your heating and plumbing needs!!"

Becky S on May 2021

We have the experience and dedication to do the job right! Specializing in Plumbing, heating, drains and piping needs, 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 to schedule a free estimate today!

"Great company to use for all your heating and plumbing needs!!"

Becky S on May 2021


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Duke City Services

5.00(
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Duke City Services

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

Duke City Services, provides quality work by honest people. We have licensed professional for Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC and general construction including remodels! We are Albuquerque’s and the surrounding areas, best one stop shop!

"David came and did a great job. Nice guy"

Jane T on March 2022

Duke City Services, provides quality work by honest people. We have licensed professional for Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC and general construction including remodels! We are Albuquerque’s and the surrounding areas, best one stop shop!

"David came and did a great job. Nice guy"

Jane T on March 2022


Guero concrete Co LLC

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Guero concrete Co LLC

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Guero Concrete Company LLC specializes in residential and commercial concrete work. Our services include new construction, remodels & additions. such as, * Foundations * Driveways * Sidewalks * Patios * Decorative concrete * Excavation * Dirt work * Culvert installs * Retaining walls * Curb and gutters We offer dependable, fast and affordable service. There are no jobs to big or too small. We offer many styles and colors to choose from. Our work is high quality and craftsmanship guaranteed. Please call today for your free estimate.

Guero Concrete Company LLC specializes in residential and commercial concrete work. Our services include new construction, remodels & additions. such as, * Foundations * Driveways * Sidewalks * Patios * Decorative concrete * Excavation * Dirt work * Culvert installs * Retaining walls * Curb and gutters We offer dependable, fast and affordable service. There are no jobs to big or too small. We offer many styles and colors to choose from. Our work is high quality and craftsmanship guaranteed. Please call today for your free estimate.


Lockwood Forestry & Excavation,LLC

5.00(
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Lockwood Forestry & Excavation,LLC

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

We provide a wide variety of Forest Restoration, Land Clearing, Wildfire Fuel Reduction, Excavation, Driveway and road maintenance and Wood Product Services in the greater Santa Fe area

We provide a wide variety of Forest Restoration, Land Clearing, Wildfire Fuel Reduction, Excavation, Driveway and road maintenance and Wood Product Services in the greater Santa Fe area

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

Trenching is not the same as boring. Boring uses a drill to make a tunnel for underground utilities, but trenching involves digging with an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. Boring is more precise and expensive, and it’s best for installing utilities underneath buildings, roads, and bodies of water. Trenching is simpler but can cause more disruption to landscaping and ecosystems.

Septic tanks are typically buried between four inches and four feet deep, depending on the property, the soil, and the size of the tank. When the septic tank is buried on the deeper end of this range, it may be harder for you to locate it on your own with a soil probe or just by observing the yard for signs of the tank. However, if you have trouble finding the septic tank, a pro will be happy to help you.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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