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Battlefield Builder
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Serving Madison, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very quick and easy to work with. In constant communication with any questions or revisions I had. I told them what I needed, they completed it very quickly and nicely done. I am very satisfied with their results."
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Floor & Tub Surround
Floor & Tub Surround
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Response time1 day
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Battlefield Builder
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Serving Madison, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are absolutely great. I would recommend this company to anyone in the best part of it. All was the owner serves our country and that right there is worth hiring, but they are very good people all the way around you can’t go wrong with this company. I suggest you hire him."
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Jamars landscaping
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Serving Madison, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"One of the most driven young men Iâ ve come across. I hired him to remove an old 12x20 shed and he was in and out before i arrived home from work. Within the following weeks be returned to lay stone around my home and build a fire pit where the shed used to be. When it comes to landscaping or machine work, heâ s the guy to call."
Response time2 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Rodriguez Home Service LLC
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Serving Madison, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys are amazing! They work hard and they do an excellent job. We have them come every year to update or replace our mulch, any shrubs that may need replacing and do the trimming. Here?s a few pics of some of the work they?ve done this year."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Fast Track Junk Removal
5.0(
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Serving Madison, OH and surrounding areas

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Welcome to Fast Track Junk Removal! We are a locally-owned and operated Junk Removal company serving the the north central Ohio area. With over 6 years of experience, we haul away your items FAST. Anything from furniture, appliances, electronics, yard waste, construction debris & more. Full-service, we do the lifting & loading. Our commitment is to provide quality and exceptional customer service on every project, big or small. Call us today for a quote!

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Bonelli Enterprises Inc.
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Serving Madison, OH and surrounding areas

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Since 1910, our family-owned business has been a cornerstone of quality craftsmanship, passed down through generations with unwavering dedication. Founded by our great-grandfather in the heart of America, we've built a legacy on trust, expertise, and innovation in the construction industry.Specializing in waterproofing solutions that protect your home or commercial property from moisture damage, we ensure basements, foundations, and exteriors stay dry and durable. Our concrete services deliver flawless pours, repairs, and finishes for driveways, patios, and structural elements. In masonry, we excel at brick, stone, and block work, creating timeless structures with precision and artistry. For asphalt paving and sealing, we provide smooth, long-lasting surfaces for roads, parking lots, and pathways, using top-grade materials to withstand the elements and heavy traffic.Fully licensed, bonded, and insured, we adhere to the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Our commitment to

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Preparation involves site assessment, clearing debris, grading surfaces, and compacting soil to support stable construction.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

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