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Belinquete

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Belinquete

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Belinquete 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

"David and his crew were on time , professional, and affordable. The work was beautiful and they cleaned up beyond my expectations. I would definitely hire them again!"

Jarred M on October 2024

Belinquete 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

"David and his crew were on time , professional, and affordable. The work was beautiful and they cleaned up beyond my expectations. I would definitely hire them again!"

Jarred M on October 2024

Vanwingerden Enterprise

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Vanwingerden Enterprise

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Vanwingerden Enterprise! We always provide high quality work that produces an exceptional product. We pride ourselves on the relationships we build with all of our clients, and we cannot wait to hear from you. Call today!

Welcome to Vanwingerden Enterprise! We always provide high quality work that produces an exceptional product. We pride ourselves on the relationships we build with all of our clients, and we cannot wait to hear from you. Call today!

Charles Mechanical

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Charles Mechanical

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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 local quotes requested

Charles Mechanical is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Wanted to clarify I hired them to replace a water heater for my home, not business. Very professional, efficient and thorough. Took the time to explain everything done and made recommendations. Definitely would hire them again."

Maria A on October 2025

Charles Mechanical is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Wanted to clarify I hired them to replace a water heater for my home, not business. Very professional, efficient and thorough. Took the time to explain everything done and made recommendations. Definitely would hire them again."

Maria A on October 2025

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ADR Pro Builders Landscaping

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ADR Pro Builders Landscaping

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27 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We pride our company on flexible pricing, 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!

"Great experience. Clear quote, good dialogue during the process, quality work and great results. Worked very well with the electrician. Hiring them again for an additional project"

Jean L on August 2025

We pride our company on flexible pricing, 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!

"Great experience. Clear quote, good dialogue during the process, quality work and great results. Worked very well with the electrician. Hiring them again for an additional project"

Jean L on August 2025

MBS Contracting Inc

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MBS Contracting Inc

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16 years of experience

We are a full service General Contracting company with over 30yrs of experience. We handle all levels of building and remodeling projects from planning stages to full completion. Our ability to perform all trades in house range from site preparation to finish work. We are owner operated and have been servicing customers that include homeowners, architects, property investors and many more.

We are a full service General Contracting company with over 30yrs of experience. We handle all levels of building and remodeling projects from planning stages to full completion. Our ability to perform all trades in house range from site preparation to finish work. We are owner operated and have been servicing customers that include homeowners, architects, property investors and many more.

Alternative Petroleum Services LLC

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Alternative Petroleum Services LLC

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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

Graziano Development

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Graziano Development

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A family owned construction company with over 50 years in the business. We specialize in all types of masonry work, including but not limited to: patios, pavers, steps, concrete, brick, asphalt, walls, and walkways. In addition to masonry work, we do excavation, demolition, and site work.

A family owned construction company with over 50 years in the business. We specialize in all types of masonry work, including but not limited to: patios, pavers, steps, concrete, brick, asphalt, walls, and walkways. In addition to masonry work, we do excavation, demolition, and site work.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

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.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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