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JR Tree Care

131-64 Hook Creek Blvd
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JR Tree Care

131-64 Hook Creek Blvd
New on AngiNew on Angi
•Approved Pro
19 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

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L&C Sewer and Drain

305 Bay 10th Street
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L&C Sewer and Drain

305 Bay 10th Street
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

L&C Sewer & Drains inc. Has been in this bussines since 1999, with professional mechanics with a minimum of 7 years of experience we offer 24/7 emergency services at your convenience. These services include sewer and drain cleaning, water jett sewer cleaning, camera inspection, unclog tub, unclog sink,unclog toilet, install toilet, all types of plumbing repair, replacing and installing new plumbing parts, products, and services to the Residential & Commercial .

"Mike from L&C Sewer and Drain came and fixed the problem 1,2,3. He was very courteous and professional!"

Whitfield C on June 2023

L&C Sewer & Drains inc. Has been in this bussines since 1999, with professional mechanics with a minimum of 7 years of experience we offer 24/7 emergency services at your convenience. These services include sewer and drain cleaning, water jett sewer cleaning, camera inspection, unclog tub, unclog sink,unclog toilet, install toilet, all types of plumbing repair, replacing and installing new plumbing parts, products, and services to the Residential & Commercial .

"Mike from L&C Sewer and Drain came and fixed the problem 1,2,3. He was very courteous and professional!"

Whitfield C on June 2023

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Cardinal Concrete & Paving

16 Allegheny Drive West
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Cardinal Concrete & Paving

16 Allegheny Drive West
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3 years of experience

Cardinal Concrete & Paving Inc. is a concrete and asphalt contractor specializing in poured concrete, asphalt and masonry. We offer stamped concrete, pavers, patios, stairs, retaining walls, foundations and foundation extensions, and much more. Call us for your free estimate satisfaction guaranteed.

Cardinal Concrete & Paving Inc. is a concrete and asphalt contractor specializing in poured concrete, asphalt and masonry. We offer stamped concrete, pavers, patios, stairs, retaining walls, foundations and foundation extensions, and much more. Call us for your free estimate satisfaction guaranteed.

Alternative Petroleum Services LLC

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Alternative Petroleum Services LLC

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

Alternative Petroleum Services LLC specializes in Tank Removal and Installation since 2016 that is currently located in the Milford, PA area. Contact us for more information and free estimates. We serve in the Tri State area NJ, NY and PA Oil Tank Installation, Oil Tank Removal, Above-Ground Tank Installation, Petroleum Services Company, Outside Oil Tank Installation Asbestos Abatement For more information visit our website: https://alternativepetroleumsvcs.com/

"They were great. Would definitely use them again in the future."

Johanna D on November 2023

Alternative Petroleum Services LLC specializes in Tank Removal and Installation since 2016 that is currently located in the Milford, PA area. Contact us for more information and free estimates. We serve in the Tri State area NJ, NY and PA Oil Tank Installation, Oil Tank Removal, Above-Ground Tank Installation, Petroleum Services Company, Outside Oil Tank Installation Asbestos Abatement For more information visit our website: https://alternativepetroleumsvcs.com/

"They were great. Would definitely use them again in the future."

Johanna D on November 2023

EH&P Plumbing Corp

76th Avenue
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EH&P Plumbing Corp

76th Avenue
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Thank you for your interest in EH&P Plumbing. We are active in the New York area focusing on Queens and Manhattan with 15+ years of expertise. My team of professionals will work with you directly from estimate to completion and will make your home our priority! For all your plumbing needs think EH&P Plumbing! We appreciate the opportunity to win your business and look forward to working with you and your home.

"John was terrific to work with. We had a radiator blow out on us and not only was he responsive and quick to come evaluate the problem but he was also quick to schedule the repair. In between we realized we had a running toilet and a leaking faucet and it was no problem for him to fix those while he was on site fixing the radiator. He was super friendly and his prices are fair. The first plumber I called wanted to charge me $350 just to full out the COI! No craziness like that with John. I will definitely use him again for future plumbing needs."

Clare A on December 2024

Thank you for your interest in EH&P Plumbing. We are active in the New York area focusing on Queens and Manhattan with 15+ years of expertise. My team of professionals will work with you directly from estimate to completion and will make your home our priority! For all your plumbing needs think EH&P Plumbing! We appreciate the opportunity to win your business and look forward to working with you and your home.

"John was terrific to work with. We had a radiator blow out on us and not only was he responsive and quick to come evaluate the problem but he was also quick to schedule the repair. In between we realized we had a running toilet and a leaking faucet and it was no problem for him to fix those while he was on site fixing the radiator. He was super friendly and his prices are fair. The first plumber I called wanted to charge me $350 just to full out the COI! No craziness like that with John. I will definitely use him again for future plumbing needs."

Clare A on December 2024

Mike Petulla Contracting LLC

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Mike Petulla Contracting LLC

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We at Mike Petulla Contracting LLC strive to make your dream project a reality. We specialize in all types of masonry, including patios, walkways, driveways, retaining walls, fire pits, BBQ areas, pool patios, brick ovens, water drainage, excavation, etc. We are an owner-operated business with over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. Mike works personally on every job to make sure that the craftsmanship is top quality.

We at Mike Petulla Contracting LLC strive to make your dream project a reality. We specialize in all types of masonry, including patios, walkways, driveways, retaining walls, fire pits, BBQ areas, pool patios, brick ovens, water drainage, excavation, etc. We are an owner-operated business with over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. Mike works personally on every job to make sure that the craftsmanship is top quality.

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Advanced Landworks INC

11 Dorfer Ln
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Advanced Landworks INC

11 Dorfer Ln
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9 years of experience

Residential and Commercial Excavation. We provide additional services such as; Drainage, Foundation/Basement Waterproofing (with the option for crack injection), Land Clearing, Site Development, Brush Removal/Rip Outs Demolition, Retaining Walls, Grading and Top Soil. Advanced Landworks is a leading and reputable Excavating Company serving Long Island since 2016. We take pride in our customer service to ensure all of our customers are satisfied from start to finish for all our projects. We are one of the few companies that have the owner, Tom, on site at every project we take on!

Residential and Commercial Excavation. We provide additional services such as; Drainage, Foundation/Basement Waterproofing (with the option for crack injection), Land Clearing, Site Development, Brush Removal/Rip Outs Demolition, Retaining Walls, Grading and Top Soil. Advanced Landworks is a leading and reputable Excavating Company serving Long Island since 2016. We take pride in our customer service to ensure all of our customers are satisfied from start to finish for all our projects. We are one of the few companies that have the owner, Tom, on site at every project we take on!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

It takes two to three hours to trench 100 feet with a mechanical trencher or 10 to 12 hours if digging with a shovel. The total time to dig a trench depends on the depth, width, soil type, terrain, trencher type, and your level of experience. Digging in clay or rocky soil takes longer than soft ground.  

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.

The depth of a septic tank’s drain lines is between 18 and 36 inches underground. These pipes are filled with perforations and surrounded by sand, gravel, or a combination of both, as both materials help filter wastewater. While some pipes are buried closer to the surface, this can create problems unless the soil is compact and doesn’t shift much. 

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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