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Avatar for Halter Plumbing & Water Works

Halter Plumbing & Water Works

4.89(
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Halter Plumbing & Water Works

4.89(
97
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Halter Plumbing & Water Works has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in Monroe County and the surrounding Counties. With over 26 years of experience, there is no job too large or too small for our team. Halter Plumbing & Water Works specializes in many niche sub-fields within the Plumbing field itself. Such as various types of water heating (tank/tankless/indirect), re-piping water, drain, and gas lines, excavations, well water pumps and apparatus, water testing and conditioning, faucet repair or replace, toilets, tubs, and much much more. Call today at 585-305-1168 to schedule a service call or a free estimate! www.halterplumbing.com

"VERY PROFESSIONAL- John has been our go to plumbing guy for years now. He has replaced kitchen faucets, moved the toilet in our half bath, replaced outdoor water spigots, replaced tankless water system and more. He and his team are dependable, honest and quick to respond!! John explains / shows what the issue was and what to do to prevent from happening again. I would recommend this company over and over again."

Tammy S on June 2025

Halter Plumbing & Water Works has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in Monroe County and the surrounding Counties. With over 26 years of experience, there is no job too large or too small for our team. Halter Plumbing & Water Works specializes in many niche sub-fields within the Plumbing field itself. Such as various types of water heating (tank/tankless/indirect), re-piping water, drain, and gas lines, excavations, well water pumps and apparatus, water testing and conditioning, faucet repair or replace, toilets, tubs, and much much more. Call today at 585-305-1168 to schedule a service call or a free estimate! www.halterplumbing.com

"VERY PROFESSIONAL- John has been our go to plumbing guy for years now. He has replaced kitchen faucets, moved the toilet in our half bath, replaced outdoor water spigots, replaced tankless water system and more. He and his team are dependable, honest and quick to respond!! John explains / shows what the issue was and what to do to prevent from happening again. I would recommend this company over and over again."

Tammy S on June 2025

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Tracks N Loads, LLC

5.00(
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Tracks N Loads, LLC

5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Tracks N Loads serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many proudly things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Corbin was exceptional! Promot, polite, very understanding, did great work, and was far cheaper than all other quotes. I cannot recommend this company highly enough. "

Jonathan G on September 2025

Tracks N Loads serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many proudly things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Corbin was exceptional! Promot, polite, very understanding, did great work, and was far cheaper than all other quotes. I cannot recommend this company highly enough. "

Jonathan G on September 2025

Horton's Services, Inc.

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Horton's Services, Inc.

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26 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.

Amp lawn care service

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Amp lawn care service

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Amp lawn care service is a full-service landscaping and excavation company dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces with precision, quality, and care. We specialize in everything from site preparation and grading to custom landscape design, hardscaping, drainage solutions, and property maintenance. With a strong focus on reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction, our experienced team uses modern equipment and expert techniques to ensure every project—big or small—is completed on time and built to last. Whether you’re improving your home’s curb appeal or preparing land for new construction, we bring the skill and attention to detail your project deserves.

Amp lawn care service is a full-service landscaping and excavation company dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces with precision, quality, and care. We specialize in everything from site preparation and grading to custom landscape design, hardscaping, drainage solutions, and property maintenance. With a strong focus on reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction, our experienced team uses modern equipment and expert techniques to ensure every project—big or small—is completed on time and built to last. Whether you’re improving your home’s curb appeal or preparing land for new construction, we bring the skill and attention to detail your project deserves.

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Monroe Outdoor Services LLC

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Monroe Outdoor Services LLC

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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service provided to meet your needs. It is our mission to exhibit excellent workmanship and supreme dedication from start to finish of a project. We understand the needs and expectations of our customers, and take great care to work and communicate with them in a courteous and 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 provided to meet your needs. It is our mission to exhibit excellent workmanship and supreme dedication from start to finish of a project. We understand the needs and expectations of our customers, and take great care to work and communicate with them in a courteous and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Penfield Plumbing

4.82(
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Penfield Plumbing

4.82(
367
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned & operated since 1962. Celebrating over 54 years in business! Our commitment to the customer is what sets us apart. We are big enough to handle any plumbing problem, yet small enough to give you personalized service. All our technicians are experienced and trained. Important note: Our technicians do not work on commission sales. You will always get honest and dependable service.

"The plumbers used the latest technology, a specialty camera to view the drain pipes content. I found that amazing."

Sister Alice M on July 2020

Family owned & operated since 1962. Celebrating over 54 years in business! Our commitment to the customer is what sets us apart. We are big enough to handle any plumbing problem, yet small enough to give you personalized service. All our technicians are experienced and trained. Important note: Our technicians do not work on commission sales. You will always get honest and dependable service.

"The plumbers used the latest technology, a specialty camera to view the drain pipes content. I found that amazing."

Sister Alice M on July 2020

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ARMSTRONG WATERPROOFING Inc

4.91(
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ARMSTRONG WATERPROOFING Inc

4.91(
57
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Armstrong Waterproofing was incorporated in 1992. The owner, Shane Armstrong, has been in the field of waterproofing for over 30 years and has learned what works and what doesn’t. We take pride in our work and it shows in the very low number of service calls and outstanding customer referrals.

"The crew from Armstrong Waterproofing did a fantastic job of fixing our drainage problem. They were punctual and on time every day and even worked later that would be expected to get to a good stopping point each day. They were very careful not to damage any electric and water lines coming into the house during the excavation process. They excavated the ground to the footers on the outside of the basement wall, cleaned and applied waterproofing, and installed drain pipe both for a footer drain and for any downspouts. We have already noticed a big difference in our basement wall, even with the excessive rain this week. They offered sensible options for fixing our problem at a reasonable cost. We would highly recommend Armstrong Waterproofing."

Lynn P on April 2020

Armstrong Waterproofing was incorporated in 1992. The owner, Shane Armstrong, has been in the field of waterproofing for over 30 years and has learned what works and what doesn’t. We take pride in our work and it shows in the very low number of service calls and outstanding customer referrals.

"The crew from Armstrong Waterproofing did a fantastic job of fixing our drainage problem. They were punctual and on time every day and even worked later that would be expected to get to a good stopping point each day. They were very careful not to damage any electric and water lines coming into the house during the excavation process. They excavated the ground to the footers on the outside of the basement wall, cleaned and applied waterproofing, and installed drain pipe both for a footer drain and for any downspouts. We have already noticed a big difference in our basement wall, even with the excessive rain this week. They offered sensible options for fixing our problem at a reasonable cost. We would highly recommend Armstrong Waterproofing."

Lynn P on April 2020

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Chamberlain Septic & Sewer

4.85(
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Chamberlain Septic & Sewer

4.85(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

For your septic, sewer and excavating needs, trust in experience. No problem is too big or small. Call Chamberlain Septic and Sewer today for quality customer service you can count on and advice you can trust. Family owned business for over 40 years!

"I have used Chamberlain Septic for years pumping out and maintaining my septic system. They have always been efficient and reliable. I needed to replace my ancient septic tank with a new one, so I called for an estimate, then got sidetracked by claims from the Town that there was a sewer line to connect to. This proved to be false but took a month to resolve the issue. I contacted Dean Beh to install the septic tank. He had a topflight two-man crew out within a week, and they had the new tank installed and connected in two days. It was a great job."

Lori G on May 2024

For your septic, sewer and excavating needs, trust in experience. No problem is too big or small. Call Chamberlain Septic and Sewer today for quality customer service you can count on and advice you can trust. Family owned business for over 40 years!

"I have used Chamberlain Septic for years pumping out and maintaining my septic system. They have always been efficient and reliable. I needed to replace my ancient septic tank with a new one, so I called for an estimate, then got sidetracked by claims from the Town that there was a sewer line to connect to. This proved to be false but took a month to resolve the issue. I contacted Dean Beh to install the septic tank. He had a topflight two-man crew out within a week, and they had the new tank installed and connected in two days. It was a great job."

Lori G on May 2024

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Brockman Tree & Lawn Care LLC

4.53(
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Brockman Tree & Lawn Care LLC

4.53(
144
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Customers say: True professional
15 years of experience

Locally and Family owned and operated by the Brockman family with over 70 years of hands on experience. We do not use sub-contractors for any of our landscaping, fertilization, or lawn & yard work projects. We also offer a warranty for any seeding job and guarantee visible results with our lawn care programs. We offer online bill pay and account management. All customers get a call ahead for lawn care service so you know when we are coming.

"I have been a customer for several years. The quality and professionalism remains constant and the best."

Martin L on July 2024

Locally and Family owned and operated by the Brockman family with over 70 years of hands on experience. We do not use sub-contractors for any of our landscaping, fertilization, or lawn & yard work projects. We also offer a warranty for any seeding job and guarantee visible results with our lawn care programs. We offer online bill pay and account management. All customers get a call ahead for lawn care service so you know when we are coming.

"I have been a customer for several years. The quality and professionalism remains constant and the best."

Martin L on July 2024

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

This depends on your location. Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep. People in colder climates will have deeper sewer lines than people in warmer climates due to the dangers of the frost line and freezing pipes. Permits are required for all aspects of septic system installation, so the city should have the building plans for your system, which will tell you how deep your lines are.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

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