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Staats Masonry

4.94(
47
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Staats Masonry

4.94(
47
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

We are a 3 generation small family business dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in Masonry and Stonework services. One of our specialties is Block foundation repair including Walls, Bilco doors, egress windows, footings, waterproofing exterior of basement, underground drainage and ground surface profiling. On the other end of the masonry spectrum we offer a variety of Stone construction services. Stone walls, Patios, Sidewalks and Veneer. We also perform concrete replacement or new install. We have a background in decorative concrete processes including stamping, staining and engraving. With over 35 years of industry experience and multiple levels of education and certifications, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We are a husband and wife operation and are on each and every job start to finish. We look forward to the upcoming season!

"Serena Staats went completely out of her way to help get this job planned. During all the their hard work, Serena, Bo, Nigel Staats and Noah were all very professional and very down to earth. They all have incredible work ethic. They were hired to fix our cracking foundation. We had two cracks. One was more severe than the other. For them to get to the cracks they had to take out our old concrete patio and dig down to the footing. They fixed the cracks inside and out, and then put in a new concrete patio. They filled in three basement windows, replaced two other basement windows, installed two window wells, installed drainage pipes for gutter run off and also added fill around the foundation to create a positive grade or slope so that water runs away from our foundation. They did great work. We will definitely hire them again for any future concrete needs."

Jason B on November 2021

We are a 3 generation small family business dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in Masonry and Stonework services. One of our specialties is Block foundation repair including Walls, Bilco doors, egress windows, footings, waterproofing exterior of basement, underground drainage and ground surface profiling. On the other end of the masonry spectrum we offer a variety of Stone construction services. Stone walls, Patios, Sidewalks and Veneer. We also perform concrete replacement or new install. We have a background in decorative concrete processes including stamping, staining and engraving. With over 35 years of industry experience and multiple levels of education and certifications, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We are a husband and wife operation and are on each and every job start to finish. We look forward to the upcoming season!

"Serena Staats went completely out of her way to help get this job planned. During all the their hard work, Serena, Bo, Nigel Staats and Noah were all very professional and very down to earth. They all have incredible work ethic. They were hired to fix our cracking foundation. We had two cracks. One was more severe than the other. For them to get to the cracks they had to take out our old concrete patio and dig down to the footing. They fixed the cracks inside and out, and then put in a new concrete patio. They filled in three basement windows, replaced two other basement windows, installed two window wells, installed drainage pipes for gutter run off and also added fill around the foundation to create a positive grade or slope so that water runs away from our foundation. They did great work. We will definitely hire them again for any future concrete needs."

Jason B on November 2021


Joe's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

4.58(
80
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Joe's Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

4.58(
80
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

For all of your Plumbing and HVAC needs Joe's Plumbing Heating & A/C is here to get it done right the first time. Call us today and have us turn your house back into a home. Free estimates! We also accept major credit cards. Financing is available.

"Yes, trustworthy. I'll definitely use again in near future"

Shorna B on August 2023

For all of your Plumbing and HVAC needs Joe's Plumbing Heating & A/C is here to get it done right the first time. Call us today and have us turn your house back into a home. Free estimates! We also accept major credit cards. Financing is available.

"Yes, trustworthy. I'll definitely use again in near future"

Shorna B on August 2023


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Spence's Tree Care

4.64(
22
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Spence's Tree Care

4.64(
22
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"They were very quick to respond and followed through with everything they promised, work was top notch."

Richard S on October 2025

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!

"They were very quick to respond and followed through with everything they promised, work was top notch."

Richard S on October 2025


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RM Contracting & Excavation

5.00(
5
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RM Contracting & Excavation

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"Randy arrived exactly when he said he would and, did a wonderful job. He kept me informed about what he was doing and completed the job quickly and well."

Ingrid K on July 2025

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!

"Randy arrived exactly when he said he would and, did a wonderful job. He kept me informed about what he was doing and completed the job quickly and well."

Ingrid K on July 2025


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Mack Tree Service

4.88(
12
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Mack Tree Service

4.88(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Our team is passionate & professional and committed to providing the absolute best experience for our clients. Our obsession over cost, schedule, safety, and quality ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with impeccable attention to detail. From beginning to end of every project, our goal is to bring every aspect and detail of our client's concept to reality. We believe that strong communication, integrity, organization and honesty are the principles that have given us such a trusted reputation in a competitive industry. We are proud of the work that we do, and passionate about bringing visions to life. Give us a call today!

"I failed to notice that the half of the tree that had not fallen onto my roof was very vulnerable to being blown down, possibly on my house, until the afternoon of the day they began work. They agreed to take that tree down as well, offering to do it the same day. They worked until 9 pm and completed all requested work."

Don S on September 2023

Our team is passionate & professional and committed to providing the absolute best experience for our clients. Our obsession over cost, schedule, safety, and quality ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with impeccable attention to detail. From beginning to end of every project, our goal is to bring every aspect and detail of our client's concept to reality. We believe that strong communication, integrity, organization and honesty are the principles that have given us such a trusted reputation in a competitive industry. We are proud of the work that we do, and passionate about bringing visions to life. Give us a call today!

"I failed to notice that the half of the tree that had not fallen onto my roof was very vulnerable to being blown down, possibly on my house, until the afternoon of the day they began work. They agreed to take that tree down as well, offering to do it the same day. They worked until 9 pm and completed all requested work."

Don S on September 2023


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All Elements llc

5.00(
3
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All Elements llc

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

All Elements LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Extremely professional, very efficient and conscientious about moving the furniture safely and carefully. Highly recommend!"

Diana M on November 2025

All Elements LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Extremely professional, very efficient and conscientious about moving the furniture safely and carefully. Highly recommend!"

Diana M on November 2025


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Northeast Woodland Restoration LLC

4.50(
2
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Northeast Woodland Restoration LLC

4.50(
2
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Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"He got it done. Fair prices too"

Daniel S on December 2025

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!

"He got it done. Fair prices too"

Daniel S on December 2025


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SDS Tree & Stump Removal

4.94(
187
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SDS Tree & Stump Removal

4.94(
187
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

At SDS Tree and Stump Removal we focus on providing our customers with top quality work at an affordable price. It is our goal for every customer to be completely satisfied with our work, prices and customer service. SDS Tree and Stump Removal and its crew are fully insured and highly experienced to ensure that all jobs are completed safely and correctly.

"It went well. They made time to swing by after finishing a job the day I called to take a look at tree, location and access. Came promptly the next morning as planned and got to work. Cleaned up all brush and limbs and left the good part of the trunk as requested. Price quote was reasonable."

Ambre T on July 2020

At SDS Tree and Stump Removal we focus on providing our customers with top quality work at an affordable price. It is our goal for every customer to be completely satisfied with our work, prices and customer service. SDS Tree and Stump Removal and its crew are fully insured and highly experienced to ensure that all jobs are completed safely and correctly.

"It went well. They made time to swing by after finishing a job the day I called to take a look at tree, location and access. Came promptly the next morning as planned and got to work. Cleaned up all brush and limbs and left the good part of the trunk as requested. Price quote was reasonable."

Ambre T on July 2020


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Excellent Exterior and Deck Company, Inc

4.98(
106
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Excellent Exterior and Deck Company, Inc

4.98(
106
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a small construction company who's business model is focused on both customer service and the quality of our work. The owner, Joseph Vitale, is present on all job sites to ensure that the level of craftsmanship is held to the highest standard. We are a Trex Pro Platinum installer that specializes in composite decking and backyard transformations!

"Great job far exceeded expectations. Got done on time . Left yard in better shape than when started."

Brad R on June 2023

We are a small construction company who's business model is focused on both customer service and the quality of our work. The owner, Joseph Vitale, is present on all job sites to ensure that the level of craftsmanship is held to the highest standard. We are a Trex Pro Platinum installer that specializes in composite decking and backyard transformations!

"Great job far exceeded expectations. Got done on time . Left yard in better shape than when started."

Brad R on June 2023


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BENJAMIN FRANKLIN PLUMBING

4.56(
608
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BENJAMIN FRANKLIN PLUMBING

4.56(
608
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Customers say: Super punctual
105 years of experience

We've called Albany its home for close to 100 years! We know this town, its people and its homes. We are unique -an older community with specific needs when it comes to heating and cooling. We appreciate the tradition and history of Albany’s older homes. But just because our residences come from the era of the model T, doesn’t mean they have to run like one. Over time, we have become the experts in making sure an older home is running at peak efficiency when it comes to energy consumption. In order to properly diagnose your home’s needs, Farrell Brothers needs to look at its infrastructure, its duct work and air flow, insulation, windows and doors. All these things come into play when heating and cooling an older home. The biggest and best piece of equipment doesn’t always serve an Albany residence in the same way it would a brand new home.

"Professional, courteous, and efficient."

Paul C on March 2022

We've called Albany its home for close to 100 years! We know this town, its people and its homes. We are unique -an older community with specific needs when it comes to heating and cooling. We appreciate the tradition and history of Albany’s older homes. But just because our residences come from the era of the model T, doesn’t mean they have to run like one. Over time, we have become the experts in making sure an older home is running at peak efficiency when it comes to energy consumption. In order to properly diagnose your home’s needs, Farrell Brothers needs to look at its infrastructure, its duct work and air flow, insulation, windows and doors. All these things come into play when heating and cooling an older home. The biggest and best piece of equipment doesn’t always serve an Albany residence in the same way it would a brand new home.

"Professional, courteous, and efficient."

Paul C on March 2022

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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. 

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

The answer may vary based on where you live. Residential sewer lines are generally buried 5 feet to 6 feet under the ground. However, it's not uncommon to see pipes buried as deep as 8 feet in colder climates in order to ensure that piping is placed below the freeze line. Digging depth could impact your sewer line replacement cost.

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even if the project only involves grading or yard leveling. Excavation permits help protect the topography in your area and can avoid issues with poor drainage. In most cases, your excavation company will know whether or not permits are required and will even pull them and close them out for you before and after the job. You can also verify whether permits are necessary by calling your local building department and explaining the proposed project.

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