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Luzon Oil Co., Inc.

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Luzon Oil Co., Inc.

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1975 years of experience

With over 40 years of experience in the testing and abatement industry, Luzon Oil Co., Inc., are the experts you need to take care of your home. We specialize in testing and abatement services. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give Luzon Oil Co., Inc., a call today. We look forward to working with you!

"I called several places before turning to Angie for help. Luzon gave me a quote over the phone, the first time we spoke. They came out the next morning, when they said they would, and did the job quickly and efficiently. Their technician was very friendly and a pleasure to work with. I would hire them again in a minute!"

Susan S on July 2024

With over 40 years of experience in the testing and abatement industry, Luzon Oil Co., Inc., are the experts you need to take care of your home. We specialize in testing and abatement services. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give Luzon Oil Co., Inc., a call today. We look forward to working with you!

"I called several places before turning to Angie for help. Luzon gave me a quote over the phone, the first time we spoke. They came out the next morning, when they said they would, and did the job quickly and efficiently. Their technician was very friendly and a pleasure to work with. I would hire them again in a minute!"

Susan S on July 2024

L Davis Excavating

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L Davis Excavating

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
2025 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Luke is really talented. He follows thru on his promises. I am an architect and work w lots of different contractors. I highly recommend him. "

alan _ on May 2025

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Luke is really talented. He follows thru on his promises. I am an architect and work w lots of different contractors. I highly recommend him. "

alan _ on May 2025

Horton's Services, Inc.

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Horton's Services, Inc.

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•Approved Pro
2000 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.

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.

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SFH Enterprises

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SFH Enterprises

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

SFH Enterprises, L.L.C. is a family-owned and operated business. From your first interaction with our company through all of your landscaping, property maintenance, or small excavation needs, you can expect top-notch customer service, honesty, and a more than satisfactory job on whatever project you have. SFH Enterprises, L.L.C. is a fully-insured company with over ten years of landscaping experience. Contact us for your free consultation and price quote today!

SFH Enterprises, L.L.C. is a family-owned and operated business. From your first interaction with our company through all of your landscaping, property maintenance, or small excavation needs, you can expect top-notch customer service, honesty, and a more than satisfactory job on whatever project you have. SFH Enterprises, L.L.C. is a fully-insured company with over ten years of landscaping experience. Contact us for your free consultation and price quote today!

Severance Construction

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Severance Construction

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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

fully insured, 14 skilled carpenters and roofers, licensed autocad drafting

"Excellent job on replacing roof on 100+ year old home. Conscientious and dependable. Follows through on projects and makes sure customer is happy. Would gladly use them again."

Bennett H on September 2018

fully insured, 14 skilled carpenters and roofers, licensed autocad drafting

"Excellent job on replacing roof on 100+ year old home. Conscientious and dependable. Follows through on projects and makes sure customer is happy. Would gladly use them again."

Bennett H on September 2018

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KAI Excavating & Landscaping

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KAI Excavating & Landscaping

4.50(
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Customers say: True professional
1995 years of experience

Kai's Association Industries is a family owned & operated & has been in business for over 15 years with over 20 years experience .We are are experts in all phases of excavation & will help you step by step through any major. (or minor) job . We are swift & efficient & take great pride in our work. We are friendly with local inspectors & other officials in our local area & developments. Because of this we can help you to get the correct permits & talk to the right people so the job go smoothly. Repeat business is our goal so we treat our customers how we want to be treated. Additional DBA - K.A.I. Excavation & Landscaping

"Great job installing an underground propane tank in a difficult area. Most important was the critical timing and coordination with the gas company. Showed up when he said he would did the job in a timely manner. He answers your texts in seconds and follows up. By far the best price."

John B on December 2023

Kai's Association Industries is a family owned & operated & has been in business for over 15 years with over 20 years experience .We are are experts in all phases of excavation & will help you step by step through any major. (or minor) job . We are swift & efficient & take great pride in our work. We are friendly with local inspectors & other officials in our local area & developments. Because of this we can help you to get the correct permits & talk to the right people so the job go smoothly. Repeat business is our goal so we treat our customers how we want to be treated. Additional DBA - K.A.I. Excavation & Landscaping

"Great job installing an underground propane tank in a difficult area. Most important was the critical timing and coordination with the gas company. Showed up when he said he would did the job in a timely manner. He answers your texts in seconds and follows up. By far the best price."

John B on December 2023

SouthernTier Basement Systems

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SouthernTier Basement Systems

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

As basement waterproofers and crawl space repair experts, we are locally owned and operated contractors who have been in business since 2009.As a certified Basement Systems® dealer, we have exclusive access to a wide variety of waterproofing products that have been used in over 200,000 basements since 1987. Each of our products includes a written, transferable warranty and the backing of an international network that's dedicated to keeping basements and crawl spaces dry all the time!

"Everything was exceptional!"

Barbara R on October 2022

As basement waterproofers and crawl space repair experts, we are locally owned and operated contractors who have been in business since 2009.As a certified Basement Systems® dealer, we have exclusive access to a wide variety of waterproofing products that have been used in over 200,000 basements since 1987. Each of our products includes a written, transferable warranty and the backing of an international network that's dedicated to keeping basements and crawl spaces dry all the time!

"Everything was exceptional!"

Barbara R on October 2022

WEBSTER PAVING

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WEBSTER PAVING

4.33(
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Customers say: Super punctual
1988 years of experience

Full service paving contractor for commerical and residential.

"Lousy job. Cracks weren't filled that were supposed to be filled. Then I was informed I would need a new driveway in spring. Definitely would not recommend this company to anyone."

ron o on August 2019

Full service paving contractor for commerical and residential.

"Lousy job. Cracks weren't filled that were supposed to be filled. Then I was informed I would need a new driveway in spring. Definitely would not recommend this company to anyone."

ron o on August 2019

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

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.

Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It’s possible that you’ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

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