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Clean Collection, Inc.
4.8(
40
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Serving Brooklyn, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jerbarry Justin helped me move my things to permanent housing. He did an amazing job I didnâ t have to lift a finger and the customer service was great. I definitely recommend this company."
Queens Backyard
Queens Backyard1
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Water damaged room
Water damaged room

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Andres General Construccion
5.0(
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Serving Brooklyn, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently bought a house in need of work, my wife and I thought it would be a great idea to do our own projects around the house. Soon enough , we realized we had no idea how to proceed with our outdoor space. He hired Andres general construction, they provided guidance and a great customer service. We are very pleased with the outcome. I will be definitely hiring them again for future projects. Thank you Andres!"
Driveway
Line Stripping
Mold care
Remodel
Paint job

+7

Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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DNS Plumbing & Heating
5.0(
14
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Serving Brooklyn, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I am in a small co-op, and we had a hard time finding a licensed plumber that was helpful and worked with us. We had a collapsed 5 sewer main. He first did a walkthrough, I was told to ask for a camera inspection. He said it was a waste of money. He could tell by the smell. I hired another guy with a camera and said the whole line needed to be replaced. Dan and his guys did a nice job. I first thought his price was high. Then I compared it to other licensed companies. He was noticeably more competitive in his prices. I am grateful I went with him. Did a great job. He even brought an electrician and cement guy to help us out. It was great."
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Greenovative Home Improvement
4.5(
1
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Serving Brooklyn, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Antonio, at Greenovative, was great. I really enjoyed his professionalism. He and his crew found creative ways to decrease the price of the project. We are happy we gave Greenovative this project. Honestly, we will use them again."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

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