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Ohio Basement Authority

4.76(
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Ohio Basement Authority

4.76(
526
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
2009 years of experience

Established in 2009, Ohio Basement Authority stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of Ohio, we bring our local expertise closer to you. OBA proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At OBA we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Absolute WORST experience I’ve ever had with a company! They are extremely predatory and convinced my 63 year old mother that she had to sign the contract THAT DAY, and she didn’t even understand what she was signing! The first day they were scheduled to do the job, they showed up hours late, and said they “weren’t the right crew to do the job”. We then had to wait a couple weeks for a different crew to come, and when they came they said they weren’t the right crew to do the job either!! 2 weeks later, ANOTHER crew came and said THE SAME EXACT THING!!! So after 3 times of getting the runaround, I was completely FED UP with this horrible company and decided to cancel the contract. They FINALLY did let me cancel, but are demanding we still pay $600! After all they put us through over 3+ months, they had the nerve to charge us $600 for an outlet! PLEASE AVOID THEM AT ALL COSTS! All they care about is dollar signs, not about the QUALITY of their work or customer service."

Shannon E on September 2025

Established in 2009, Ohio Basement Authority stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair, structural reinforcement, crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With our coverage spanning across the state of Ohio, we bring our local expertise closer to you. OBA proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At OBA we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!

"Absolute WORST experience I’ve ever had with a company! They are extremely predatory and convinced my 63 year old mother that she had to sign the contract THAT DAY, and she didn’t even understand what she was signing! The first day they were scheduled to do the job, they showed up hours late, and said they “weren’t the right crew to do the job”. We then had to wait a couple weeks for a different crew to come, and when they came they said they weren’t the right crew to do the job either!! 2 weeks later, ANOTHER crew came and said THE SAME EXACT THING!!! So after 3 times of getting the runaround, I was completely FED UP with this horrible company and decided to cancel the contract. They FINALLY did let me cancel, but are demanding we still pay $600! After all they put us through over 3+ months, they had the nerve to charge us $600 for an outlet! PLEASE AVOID THEM AT ALL COSTS! All they care about is dollar signs, not about the QUALITY of their work or customer service."

Shannon E on September 2025


"Zane and his helper removed a big, old, eyesore oil tank from the basement. I was told it would have to be cut up in order to fit out the door. Zane quoted the job accurately based on discussion and pictures, showed up as scheduled and did not only a fantastic removal job (without damaging anything), but also did not leave a mess. They brought a shopvac! The area looked so much BETTER after they left than when they arrived. I wish every contractor I hired was as professional as Zane. My experience working with Zane was extremely positive. I cannot recommend him enough and would give him a 5+ star if I could!"

Cinda B on December 2024

We take great pride in our company and our quality of workmanship. 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 as we progress through it. We look forward to earning your business!

"Zane and his helper removed a big, old, eyesore oil tank from the basement. I was told it would have to be cut up in order to fit out the door. Zane quoted the job accurately based on discussion and pictures, showed up as scheduled and did not only a fantastic removal job (without damaging anything), but also did not leave a mess. They brought a shopvac! The area looked so much BETTER after they left than when they arrived. I wish every contractor I hired was as professional as Zane. My experience working with Zane was extremely positive. I cannot recommend him enough and would give him a 5+ star if I could!"

Cinda B on December 2024


Top Notch Logging, LLC

5.00(
6
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Top Notch Logging, LLC

5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2022 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Top Notch Logging, LLC 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. Top Notch Logging, LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Absolutely fantastic! Did great work and very affordable."

Mike G on August 2024

Top Notch Logging, LLC 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. Top Notch Logging, LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Absolutely fantastic! Did great work and very affordable."

Mike G on August 2024


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Ridge Way Excavating

5.00(
5
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Ridge Way Excavating

5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2019 years of experience

Your dream is our goal! We have experience since 2013! We specialize in site work, demolition, utilities, building pads, land clearing, excavation, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Give us a call for a free estimate on your next project!

"Very dependable, good communication, friendly and completed the work in record time."

Donna H on September 2024

Your dream is our goal! We have experience since 2013! We specialize in site work, demolition, utilities, building pads, land clearing, excavation, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Give us a call for a free estimate on your next project!

"Very dependable, good communication, friendly and completed the work in record time."

Donna H on September 2024


"He was very trustworthy. He was there when he said that he would be. He did exactly what I asked him to do. He also gave his input and he was a really really good guy. He had a reasonable price as well."

Sheri N on April 2023

We specialize in excavating services. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"He was very trustworthy. He was there when he said that he would be. He did exactly what I asked him to do. He also gave his input and he was a really really good guy. He had a reasonable price as well."

Sheri N on April 2023


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A & J Logging LLC

4.75(
4
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A & J Logging LLC

4.75(
4
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Approved Pro
2018 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

AJ Logging – Professional Timber Harvesting in Ohio 🏆 20+ Years of Forestry Experience AJ Logging brings over two decades of expertise in managing and harvesting timber responsibly across Ohio 🔄 Comprehensive Services Timber Buying – Cash paid upfront for trees prior to harvesting. Tree & Timber Removal – Clearing with cleanup after every job. Targeted service cities include Marietta, Mansfield, Zanesville, Medina, Cuyahoga Falls, North Royalton, Wooster, Millersburg, Canton, New Philadelphia, and surrounding areas 🌱 Focus on Sustainability & Forest Health They specialize in selective harvesting methods, leaving behind slash (tree tops) that decompose to nourish the soil and foster wildlife habitats. Their approach—often termed "selectively clear-cutting"—gives space for regrowth while preserving ecosystem balance

"Tree work went really well. They worked very hard and steady. Put in a long days and were exceptionally easy to work with. They were very careful of my property and clean up was very well done. I would highly recommend them. Aaron was a pleasure to work with."

Paul W on April 2025

AJ Logging – Professional Timber Harvesting in Ohio 🏆 20+ Years of Forestry Experience AJ Logging brings over two decades of expertise in managing and harvesting timber responsibly across Ohio 🔄 Comprehensive Services Timber Buying – Cash paid upfront for trees prior to harvesting. Tree & Timber Removal – Clearing with cleanup after every job. Targeted service cities include Marietta, Mansfield, Zanesville, Medina, Cuyahoga Falls, North Royalton, Wooster, Millersburg, Canton, New Philadelphia, and surrounding areas 🌱 Focus on Sustainability & Forest Health They specialize in selective harvesting methods, leaving behind slash (tree tops) that decompose to nourish the soil and foster wildlife habitats. Their approach—often termed "selectively clear-cutting"—gives space for regrowth while preserving ecosystem balance

"Tree work went really well. They worked very hard and steady. Put in a long days and were exceptionally easy to work with. They were very careful of my property and clean up was very well done. I would highly recommend them. Aaron was a pleasure to work with."

Paul W on April 2025


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SITE PREPS & MORE LLC

5.00(
3
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SITE PREPS & MORE LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2021 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. Call us today!

"Exceptional Customer Service. Quick Response. Great turnaround time on quote. Price was just right!! Mark was amazing from beginning to end. "

Amber J on May 2025

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. Call us today!

"Exceptional Customer Service. Quick Response. Great turnaround time on quote. Price was just right!! Mark was amazing from beginning to end. "

Amber J on May 2025


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Bond Contracting Inc.

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

Bond Contracting Inc.

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2021 years of experience

Bond Contracting Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. We offer many services such as landscaping, large or small excavation jobs, demolition projects, tree/stump removal, painting, epoxy flooring, small remodels, pressure washing, concrete pouring, concrete removal, and more. We take pride in every project we do big or small, and will work with you to make your project a success.

"Tyler and his crew are professional and they are good workers. They showed up every day until the job was done. Tyler checked in with me frequently to make sure I was satisfied with the work while they were here."

Jeanette W on September 2023

Bond Contracting Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. We offer many services such as landscaping, large or small excavation jobs, demolition projects, tree/stump removal, painting, epoxy flooring, small remodels, pressure washing, concrete pouring, concrete removal, and more. We take pride in every project we do big or small, and will work with you to make your project a success.

"Tyler and his crew are professional and they are good workers. They showed up every day until the job was done. Tyler checked in with me frequently to make sure I was satisfied with the work while they were here."

Jeanette W on September 2023


"Matt has done alot of work for me . Always goes above and beyond and does not cut corners . I enjoy working with him . He is very knowledgeable and good at his work . Highly recommend."

Cody R on April 2025

TF Services is a woman owned company specializing in land clearing & disaster relief clean up.

"Matt has done alot of work for me . Always goes above and beyond and does not cut corners . I enjoy working with him . He is very knowledgeable and good at his work . Highly recommend."

Cody R on April 2025


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Sloan Construction Company

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Sloan Construction Company

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1988 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. Thank you for choosing Sloan Construction Inc

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. Thank you for choosing Sloan Construction Inc

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It’s possible that you’ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Trenches are 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the right depth for your trench will depend on the nature of your project. For example, if you’re digging a trench as part of a French drain installation, it should be 18 inches deep. An excavation professional can explain how deep your trench should be.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

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