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"Great service!"

Lonale B on January 2026

Alternative Petroleum Services, LLC. We can take care of all your needs from removal, replacement, and installation of fuel tanks. With many years in the industry, you can expect professionalism and experience. Call today for a consultation.

"Great service!"

Lonale B on January 2026


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AGF Masonry and Construction, LLC

4.93(
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AGF Masonry and Construction, LLC

4.93(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

With over 10 years of experience in the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything regarding your masonry needs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give AGF Masonry and Construction a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Jesse and his crew were phenomenal. Prompt, great communication, and my garage floor looks amazing. I'm glad I chose and trusted them. I'll definitely be using them again in the future."

JESSICA T on August 2022

With over 10 years of experience in the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything regarding your masonry needs. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give AGF Masonry and Construction a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Jesse and his crew were phenomenal. Prompt, great communication, and my garage floor looks amazing. I'm glad I chose and trusted them. I'll definitely be using them again in the future."

JESSICA T on August 2022


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JTA Masonry LLC

4.74(
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JTA Masonry LLC

4.74(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 10 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"They arrived on time on the day specified. They were courteous enough and completed the work promptly. Only drawback was a bit too pricey in my opinion."

Don R on January 2022

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 10 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"They arrived on time on the day specified. They were courteous enough and completed the work promptly. Only drawback was a bit too pricey in my opinion."

Don R on January 2022


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Kerl Heating & Cooling, LLC

5.00(
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Kerl Heating & Cooling, LLC

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Kerl Heating & Cooling 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.

"The central air in our house recently stopped working. We contacted Brad, he worked around our schedule, was professional and knew exactly how to fix it. Brad’s trustworthy, thorough and respectful. I highly recommend Kerl Heating & Cooling. Thank you again for your exceptional service! "

Alicia J on July 2025

Kerl Heating & Cooling 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.

"The central air in our house recently stopped working. We contacted Brad, he worked around our schedule, was professional and knew exactly how to fix it. Brad’s trustworthy, thorough and respectful. I highly recommend Kerl Heating & Cooling. Thank you again for your exceptional service! "

Alicia J on July 2025


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JRN Excavation & Hardscape LLC

5.00(
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JRN Excavation & Hardscape LLC

5.00(
5
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Super Service Award
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At JRN Excavation & Hardscape LLC, 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.

"Excellent to work with. Completed project met all expectations. I highly recommend JRN Excavation & Hardscape !"

s l k on December 2025

At JRN Excavation & Hardscape LLC, 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.

"Excellent to work with. Completed project met all expectations. I highly recommend JRN Excavation & Hardscape !"

s l k on December 2025


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Barhite Construction

5.00(
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Barhite Construction

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 10 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Barhite construction were great to work with. Communication was great and showed up when promised (yea). Project was done expertly.We plan on using them again in the spring"

Christopher D on August 2023

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 10 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Barhite construction were great to work with. Communication was great and showed up when promised (yea). Project was done expertly.We plan on using them again in the spring"

Christopher D on August 2023


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Karp Excavating Ltd.

5.00(
3
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Karp Excavating Ltd.

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on 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!

"Karp Excavating did a super job clearing some land for us. Installed a driveway and leveled a pad site for a pole barn. They were timely and professional. We were very happy with the work. The barn started and I needed stone. I called and with in 1 hour I had two triaxle loads of stone. Zoe the dog was also there. She is the project manager. Haha"

Jeffrey B on March 2025

We pride our company on 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!

"Karp Excavating did a super job clearing some land for us. Installed a driveway and leveled a pad site for a pole barn. They were timely and professional. We were very happy with the work. The barn started and I needed stone. I called and with in 1 hour I had two triaxle loads of stone. Zoe the dog was also there. She is the project manager. Haha"

Jeffrey B on March 2025


JMH Hands for Hire, LLC

5.00(
2
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JMH Hands for Hire, LLC

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JMH Hands for Hire, LLC is a full-service residential renovation company specializing in major home transformations that elevate lifestyle and property value. We bring new life to outdated spaces through expert craftsmanship, innovative design, and high-quality materials. Whether it's a whole-home remodel, kitchen and bath renovation, basement finishing, or custom additions, our team works closely with homeowners to turn their vision into reality.

"On a Sunday we had a substantial leak from the bathroom upstairs into the dining room downstairs at our house. We called a company who referred us to JMH HANDS FOR HIRE. They arrived in a couple hours to repair the broken pipe. Since then they are working on other projects. They very hardworking, professional, always respond in a timely manner and reasonable with pricing. We have been fortunate to have found them. Trust is everything."

inder s on July 2025

JMH Hands for Hire, LLC is a full-service residential renovation company specializing in major home transformations that elevate lifestyle and property value. We bring new life to outdated spaces through expert craftsmanship, innovative design, and high-quality materials. Whether it's a whole-home remodel, kitchen and bath renovation, basement finishing, or custom additions, our team works closely with homeowners to turn their vision into reality.

"On a Sunday we had a substantial leak from the bathroom upstairs into the dining room downstairs at our house. We called a company who referred us to JMH HANDS FOR HIRE. They arrived in a couple hours to repair the broken pipe. Since then they are working on other projects. They very hardworking, professional, always respond in a timely manner and reasonable with pricing. We have been fortunate to have found them. Trust is everything."

inder s on July 2025


L Davis Excavating

5.00(
1
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L Davis Excavating

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Luke is really talented. He follows thru on his promises. I am an architect and work w lots of different contractors. I highly recommend him. "

alan _ on May 2025

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Luke is really talented. He follows thru on his promises. I am an architect and work w lots of different contractors. I highly recommend him. "

alan _ on May 2025


Wayne J. Pisanchyn, Inc.

3.75(
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Wayne J. Pisanchyn, Inc.

3.75(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
35 years of experience

Serving All Your Plumbing, Heating & Cooling needs in N.E. PA Thanks for the interest in Wayne J. Pisanchyn, Inc. We offer the most advanced technology from dispatch to billing to insure you receive the most prompt and reliable service available. Why not give us a call?

"Charged me $475 dollars for a bottom of the line toilet selling in Home Depot for $119. Didn't connect a tube from the valve to the overflow pipe."

Jerome L on September 2014

Serving All Your Plumbing, Heating & Cooling needs in N.E. PA Thanks for the interest in Wayne J. Pisanchyn, Inc. We offer the most advanced technology from dispatch to billing to insure you receive the most prompt and reliable service available. Why not give us a call?

"Charged me $475 dollars for a bottom of the line toilet selling in Home Depot for $119. Didn't connect a tube from the valve to the overflow pipe."

Jerome L on September 2014

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

On average, you’re looking at about 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet. Your actual work time will come down to how many twists and turns there are when digging—such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and whether the ground is frozen.

A perc test takes an average of around two hours, but it can range from one hour up to around six hours. Perc tests that require wider or deeper holes and those that require multiple holes dug throughout your property will take longer because there’s more excavation involved. The actual filling of the hole and monitoring to gauge the rate of percolation should take under an hour per hole.

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.

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.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

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