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John Betlem Heating & Cooling Inc - Plumbing
4.7(
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Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1941

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

John Betlem Heating & Cooling is a 3rd generation company founded in 1941. They provide Residential HVAC, Electrical and Insulation Services to Rochester, NY and the surrounding towns. John?s slogan that still holds true today is to do ?whatever it takes? to satisfy customers.\n\nJohn Betlem is a premier family operated solutions provider, passionately committed to the health, safety, and comfort for all they serve.

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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Monroe Outdoor Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"From start to finish the process was smooth with a lot of good communication from Colin, the owner. He is very knowledgeable, professional and easy to work with. A great quality of work for sure. I would highly recommend."
Inground pool removal
Inground pool removal
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demolioion

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Hess Land Development
New to Angi

Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I’m a locally owned family run and operated business. I take pride in helping out customers and always strive to please ! I’ve been in business for over 15 years and have a vast background in excavation, drainage and ground work.

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SMH Excavation & Property Maintenance
New to Angi

Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

SMH Excavation & Property Maintenance 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.

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BROOKE'S ENTERPRISE LLC
New to Angi

Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Brooke’s Enterprise LLC. is a premier provider of professional landscape and construction services, dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions for commercial and residential properties. We specialize in land clearing, excavation, and the construction of robust retaining walls, ensuring that your projects are completed efficiently and to the highest standards.\n\nAs a full-service company, we also offer comprehensive design and installation services, along with ongoing lawn maintenance tailored to meet the unique needs of your property. In addition, our commercial snow plowing and salting services ensure that your business remains safe and accessible throughout the winter months.\n\nWith a focus on professionalism and customer satisfaction, Brooke’s Enterprise is committed to turning your vision into reality while enhancing the value and functionality of your outdoor spaces. Partner with us for reliable service and exceptional results.

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McDonald's

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
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Horton's Services, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

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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Response time1 day
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JEC Construction Inc
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Serving Lima, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We started a kitchen remodel two years ago.  Long story short, the initial contractor did an awful job and I was turned down by two new contractors because they didn't want to deal with all of the leftover mess (things not done to code, not done correctly, inspector issues and so on).  But, from the moment I met Dave I was impressed with how he handled the situation.  Things started to go as planned and we hit another bump in the road.  This time, it was us and we needed to pay cash for a big chunk of the job so we needed time to save money in between each step.  Dave was very understanding and gave us the time we needed and we proceeded step by step over the next year or so.  We are now finally finishing the job and I am very happy with our service.  Phil, the designer on our job, has been a life saver.  He has helped me with everything and has even provided moral support when I needed it.  He knew when to help me see his point and when to see mine.  He has been a blessing.  In addition, the project manager, Ric, has been amazing.  Not only does he do quality work, but he has been excited for us knowing what we have gone through.  His work is excellent and he is clean and careful and extremely thoughtful while in our home.  He has been an absolute delight to work with.  I respect these men very much.  There have been a few workers I have not been happy with (on some other small jobs that arose over the last year or so), but most things were handled and worked out.  "
Kitchen & Bath Remodeling
Kitchen & Bath Remodeling
Attic Renovations
Siding and Exterior Restoration
Flooring & Windows

+9

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Maintain open communication and address issues as they arise, ensuring contract terms cover potential delays.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

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