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Acme Plumbing Services, LLC

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Acme Plumbing Services, LLC

4.77(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"Mike is a hard working, honest fellow. He is dependable and prompt. He will answer any questions you may have. For sure if we need any service in the future we will call on him again."

David A on February 2019

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"Mike is a hard working, honest fellow. He is dependable and prompt. He will answer any questions you may have. For sure if we need any service in the future we will call on him again."

David A on February 2019


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Keystone Contracting & Building LLC

5.00(
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Keystone Contracting & Building LLC

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

Keystone Contracting & Building LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service 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!

"Great price! awesome work! and got the job started and done in a very quick timely matter Fully recommend"

Jenny S on December 2023

Keystone Contracting & Building LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service 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!

"Great price! awesome work! and got the job started and done in a very quick timely matter Fully recommend"

Jenny S on December 2023


C&W Works, Inc.

4.61(
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C&W Works, Inc.

4.61(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

C&W Works, Inc., is a quality company that is very versatile in the projects we can perform. We have years of experience and will take care of all of your exterior needs. No job is too big or too small. Call us today for a free estimate. All work guaranteed.

"The repairs made to our septic system were of the highest quality. Every detail was met at a fair price. T he workers were very knowledgeable. We are very satisfied and would recommend C&W Works for this service"

Tom J on September 2023

C&W Works, Inc., is a quality company that is very versatile in the projects we can perform. We have years of experience and will take care of all of your exterior needs. No job is too big or too small. Call us today for a free estimate. All work guaranteed.

"The repairs made to our septic system were of the highest quality. Every detail was met at a fair price. T he workers were very knowledgeable. We are very satisfied and would recommend C&W Works for this service"

Tom J on September 2023


Moore Contracting, LLC

4.75(
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Moore Contracting, LLC

4.75(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Moore Contracting, LLC, is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We have over 25 years of experience. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take 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.

"I found Joe be honest and with a high amount of integrity. I highly recommend him. I was very pleased with his work and will hire him again if need be."

Bart S on September 2018

Moore Contracting, LLC, is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We have over 25 years of experience. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take 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.

"I found Joe be honest and with a high amount of integrity. I highly recommend him. I was very pleased with his work and will hire him again if need be."

Bart S on September 2018


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Sloan Construction Company

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Sloan Construction Company

New on AngiNew on Angi
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38 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


R S Fountain Home Improvements

4.97(
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R S Fountain Home Improvements

4.97(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have been in business for over 27 years and have over 46 years of experience. We do basement waterproofing and structural repair. Lifetime warranties on waterproofing. Owner operated. Additional DBA - Fountain R S Home Improvements.

"This project couldn't have gone better. The responsiveness was great. The price was great. The turnaround time on a project that was somewhat of an emergency couldn't have been better. From initial contact, through quote, and to start of the work, it took less than 48 hours. The crew was on time, clean, very friendly and respectful, and the work looks great. Couldn't recommend these guys more and I will definitely be using them for all foundation / waterproofing work going forward."

Kathryn B on March 2018

We have been in business for over 27 years and have over 46 years of experience. We do basement waterproofing and structural repair. Lifetime warranties on waterproofing. Owner operated. Additional DBA - Fountain R S Home Improvements.

"This project couldn't have gone better. The responsiveness was great. The price was great. The turnaround time on a project that was somewhat of an emergency couldn't have been better. From initial contact, through quote, and to start of the work, it took less than 48 hours. The crew was on time, clean, very friendly and respectful, and the work looks great. Couldn't recommend these guys more and I will definitely be using them for all foundation / waterproofing work going forward."

Kathryn B on March 2018


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AquaGuard Systems Inc

4.77(
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AquaGuard Systems Inc

4.77(
179
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

AquaGuard is known for both award winning service and an award winning reputation. Founded in 1991, AquaGuard Systems Inc. is Pittsburgh, PA and Western Pennsylvania's leading basement waterproofing and foundation repair specialist providing customers with the best possible services at affordable rates. Experienced representatives take time to inspect and evaluate the issues causing your problems and design solutions which best fit your needs. AquaGuard accepts Visa, MasterCard and Discover credit cards as well as the option to apply for a 6 or 12 month same as cash financing option.

"After many years of dealing with a damp, leaky basement and all of the headaches that come from it, I finally had enough and called AquaGuard. Everyone I spoke with from the first phone call into the office, to the owner Tom and crew were great! The install crew of Shawn, Clyde and Aaron are quite a team! They took care of my home like it was their own. They were professional, knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. I can't say enough about what a great group of people they are. My basement has never looked or smelled this good! I was embarrassed to have people see it before. Now, it is beautiful! The system has performed like a champ during the last several heavy rains and if you looked at my basement now, you would never know what a mess it was. Before, I was sopping up water, embarrassed by ugly stained walls and dealing with musty awful smells. Now, I enjoy going into my basement. I have peace of mind that my basement and home are protected. The price I paid for the service was very reasonable and well worth every penny. AquaGuard's reputation proceeds them. I read all of the wonderful reviews and can now add my own glowing review! Give AquaGuard a call! You will not be disappointed!"

james r on April 2023

AquaGuard is known for both award winning service and an award winning reputation. Founded in 1991, AquaGuard Systems Inc. is Pittsburgh, PA and Western Pennsylvania's leading basement waterproofing and foundation repair specialist providing customers with the best possible services at affordable rates. Experienced representatives take time to inspect and evaluate the issues causing your problems and design solutions which best fit your needs. AquaGuard accepts Visa, MasterCard and Discover credit cards as well as the option to apply for a 6 or 12 month same as cash financing option.

"After many years of dealing with a damp, leaky basement and all of the headaches that come from it, I finally had enough and called AquaGuard. Everyone I spoke with from the first phone call into the office, to the owner Tom and crew were great! The install crew of Shawn, Clyde and Aaron are quite a team! They took care of my home like it was their own. They were professional, knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. I can't say enough about what a great group of people they are. My basement has never looked or smelled this good! I was embarrassed to have people see it before. Now, it is beautiful! The system has performed like a champ during the last several heavy rains and if you looked at my basement now, you would never know what a mess it was. Before, I was sopping up water, embarrassed by ugly stained walls and dealing with musty awful smells. Now, I enjoy going into my basement. I have peace of mind that my basement and home are protected. The price I paid for the service was very reasonable and well worth every penny. AquaGuard's reputation proceeds them. I read all of the wonderful reviews and can now add my own glowing review! Give AquaGuard a call! You will not be disappointed!"

james r on April 2023


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Wall King, Inc.

4.99(
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Wall King, Inc.

4.99(
112
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

In 1988 William Fenk Landscaping opened for business like many others, mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and building railroad tie retaining walls. In 1994, The company is renamed Wall King, Inc., a company devoted, dedicated, equipped, and manned specifically for retaining wall construction. Two decades of Residential and Commercial retaining wall installations has provided Wall King expertise in retaining wall systems beyond what is traditionally employed in Residential applications. We provide options not generally recognized by other contractors often resulting in superior design or more economical pricing. Providing turnkey design-build commercial retaining wall installations allows us to employ the same Engineering analysis and services for Residential wall projects requiring proper design and permitting. While retaining walls are our primary focus, we will install segmental concrete steps and concrete pavers inconjunction with a retaining wall installation. As you will see, our reviews consistently highlight the efficiency of our crews and the attention to detail. We operate one crew and do one job at a time, start to finish.

"Excellent. Price and quality were great."

Sandy B on August 2019

In 1988 William Fenk Landscaping opened for business like many others, mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and building railroad tie retaining walls. In 1994, The company is renamed Wall King, Inc., a company devoted, dedicated, equipped, and manned specifically for retaining wall construction. Two decades of Residential and Commercial retaining wall installations has provided Wall King expertise in retaining wall systems beyond what is traditionally employed in Residential applications. We provide options not generally recognized by other contractors often resulting in superior design or more economical pricing. Providing turnkey design-build commercial retaining wall installations allows us to employ the same Engineering analysis and services for Residential wall projects requiring proper design and permitting. While retaining walls are our primary focus, we will install segmental concrete steps and concrete pavers inconjunction with a retaining wall installation. As you will see, our reviews consistently highlight the efficiency of our crews and the attention to detail. We operate one crew and do one job at a time, start to finish.

"Excellent. Price and quality were great."

Sandy B on August 2019


"From the beginning to the end of the job was a PLEASURE to work with these people. Their quality of work is superb to any I have seen. In fact, plan on having them back for an additional project. Beginning with Jamie he was super polite and returned every phone call even being as busy as he is. The customer is obviously number one to this company and they cross all "T's" and dot all "I's" when doing their jobs. No shortcuts for these guys. Can honestly say they ALL take pride in their workmanship and the results show it. Plan on giving them referrals as many as I can since I too am in business and can refer as many people their way as I know NOBODY will ever be sorry they hired them to do their job. Look forward to the next project to be done. FANTASTIC JOB WELL DONE by FANTASTIC INDIVIDUALS! Thanks so much again! G. Holliday"

Ginny H on July 2022

We service Westmoreland County and will travel farther for commercial jobs. Our niche is major driveway overhauls. See photos of our work @ https://www.facebook.com/pg/beilerbrothersasphalt/photos/

"From the beginning to the end of the job was a PLEASURE to work with these people. Their quality of work is superb to any I have seen. In fact, plan on having them back for an additional project. Beginning with Jamie he was super polite and returned every phone call even being as busy as he is. The customer is obviously number one to this company and they cross all "T's" and dot all "I's" when doing their jobs. No shortcuts for these guys. Can honestly say they ALL take pride in their workmanship and the results show it. Plan on giving them referrals as many as I can since I too am in business and can refer as many people their way as I know NOBODY will ever be sorry they hired them to do their job. Look forward to the next project to be done. FANTASTIC JOB WELL DONE by FANTASTIC INDIVIDUALS! Thanks so much again! G. Holliday"

Ginny H on July 2022


"This is the 2nd job we had DP 7 Day Services do. Damon and his crew did a great job on our porch, and we're glad we decided to his company again."

Howard M on July 2021

DP 7 Day Services Inc. (412) 853-0064 and (724) 989-1475 Fully Insured - BBB Accredited - Angie's List Service Provider - WWW.DP7DAYS.COM

"This is the 2nd job we had DP 7 Day Services do. Damon and his crew did a great job on our porch, and we're glad we decided to his company again."

Howard M on July 2021

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

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