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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

9490 Byers Rd
4.24(
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Approved Pro

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

9490 Byers Rd
4.24(
424
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
125 local quotes requested
90 years of experience

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They were able to come out quickly to assess the issue, then schedule the work. The work was performed quickly, but they did have to come back and fix the drainage issue, as they had set the drain as one of the high spots in the basement, not the lowest. So, while it works, it looks odd and I’ve got a drainage tube in a weird spot."

Scott T on August 2023

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They were able to come out quickly to assess the issue, then schedule the work. The work was performed quickly, but they did have to come back and fix the drainage issue, as they had set the drain as one of the high spots in the basement, not the lowest. So, while it works, it looks odd and I’ve got a drainage tube in a weird spot."

Scott T on August 2023


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Barns Unlimited

5350 South Wapak Road
5.00(
4
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Barns Unlimited

5350 South Wapak Road
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Marvin goes above and beyond for his customers and takes pride in all his work."

Jerry M on July 2023

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Marvin goes above and beyond for his customers and takes pride in all his work."

Jerry M on July 2023


Industrial Solutions Contracting LLC specializes in services such as the following: Industrial Cleaning, Concrete Work, Excavating, General Construction.


Thompson Excavation and Concrete

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Thompson Excavation and Concrete

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I am a 23 year old that has the background in doing concrete for the last 5 years and I am trying to do this full time on my own. I will give a free quote and will come and look at the work that needs done and help in any way.

I am a 23 year old that has the background in doing concrete for the last 5 years and I am trying to do this full time on my own. I will give a free quote and will come and look at the work that needs done and help in any way.


ProScapes Construction LLC

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ProScapes Construction LLC

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ProScapes Construction LLC is an exclusive home remodeling company in both interior and exterior services. Complete bathroom renovations, flooring, room additions and finished basements to outside stone retaining walls, Pergolas and foundation waterproofing.

ProScapes Construction LLC is an exclusive home remodeling company in both interior and exterior services. Complete bathroom renovations, flooring, room additions and finished basements to outside stone retaining walls, Pergolas and foundation waterproofing.


We offer many services such as landscaping, mowing, snow removal, drywall, flooring, painting, excavation, power washing, gutter cleaning & much more!


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Miltech

1333 Wonderlick Road
5.00(
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Miltech

1333 Wonderlick Road
5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Veteran owned and operated company specializing in a wide variety of construction, excavation, concrete, tree services, demolition, landscaping projects. We take pride in our work for the customers satisfaction. We want to pull off the job with customers knowing they spent money on good contractors.

"It went wonderful. We are so pleased. The workmanship Was excellent , always went way beyond expectations, always here on time and worked late when needed. They will be more work for us soon. I would recommend them to everyone. High quality work. I would give them 5 stars."

Vicki P on March 2024

Veteran owned and operated company specializing in a wide variety of construction, excavation, concrete, tree services, demolition, landscaping projects. We take pride in our work for the customers satisfaction. We want to pull off the job with customers knowing they spent money on good contractors.

"It went wonderful. We are so pleased. The workmanship Was excellent , always went way beyond expectations, always here on time and worked late when needed. They will be more work for us soon. I would recommend them to everyone. High quality work. I would give them 5 stars."

Vicki P on March 2024


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Eastman Excavating LLC

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Eastman Excavating LLC

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Eastman Excavating LLC. Is a locally owned and operated business out of northwest ohio. We specialize in many different areas of excavating. Mostly driveways, demolition, grading/sloping, land clearing, ponds, etc. Our operators are all local and have more than enough experience to ensure the job gets done right and in a timely manner. We ensure each customer is 100% satisfied before we load anything out. We look forward to meeting you and most of all, meeting all of your excavation needs.

Eastman Excavating LLC. Is a locally owned and operated business out of northwest ohio. We specialize in many different areas of excavating. Mostly driveways, demolition, grading/sloping, land clearing, ponds, etc. Our operators are all local and have more than enough experience to ensure the job gets done right and in a timely manner. We ensure each customer is 100% satisfied before we load anything out. We look forward to meeting you and most of all, meeting all of your excavation needs.


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Skiver Excavating LLC

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Skiver Excavating LLC

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Emergency services offered

We are a local family owned business. We provide hauling, demolition, land clearing, pond and ditch maintenance, drainage, dirt removal, and more. Give us a call today for your free estimate.

We are a local family owned business. We provide hauling, demolition, land clearing, pond and ditch maintenance, drainage, dirt removal, and more. Give us a call today for your free estimate.


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Using a drill to bore holes in the stump's center speeds up the process, whatever method you use. If you don’t have a drill, you can still chainsaw or chisel the stump to make it hollow; it will just take more elbow grease and time. Steer clear of burning the stump to hollow it if you can’t drill some holes in it first. Otherwise, getting it to light, stay lit, and burn right through will be a challenge.

Depth is not a qualifying component of evacuation. Any human-made cut, cavity, or depression in the earth’s surface is considered excavation. The hole from excavation can be any size, shape, or depth. Excavation is used to create foundations, reservoirs, drainage ditches, and roads. Long, narrow excavations are called trenches and are often used for underground utilities.

The cost to dig a trench ranges from $400 to $1,200 per 100 linear feet, depending on the soil, depth, and width. Plan to spend $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching (it’ll be on the higher end if you have rocky soil). Renting a trencher costs $100 to $250 per hour, depending on the type of trencher. 

Septic tanks are typically buried between four inches and four feet deep, depending on the property, the soil, and the size of the tank. When the septic tank is buried on the deeper end of this range, it may be harder for you to locate it on your own with a soil probe or just by observing the yard for signs of the tank. However, if you have trouble finding the septic tank, a pro will be happy to help 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.

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