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Joshua R Carlisle Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Smithfield, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did an excellent job removing a tree that fell on my shed. He is professional and and conscience about the work that he performs. I would definitely recommend him for any project that needs done."
Living area remodel
Living area remodel
Living area remodel
After
After barn beams installed

+11

Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sloan Construction Company
New to Angi

Serving Smithfield, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

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

Response time10 mins
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Cummings Plumbing & Excavating
4.7(
52
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Serving Smithfield, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Cummings Plumbing & Excavating came to service my water filtration system. They had serviced it in the past, and they discovered I needed a new filtration system installed. They did a high quality installation, and got project done in one day. They are very knowledgeable, and skilled. It was a great experience using them."
Drain Cleaning
Drain Cleaning
Ready to service your plumbing & excavating ne
Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Diggers Construction
5.0(
7
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Serving Smithfield, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

"We had excavating done for a driveway septic system put in and brush removal. He did a really good job. We would recommend him again as soon as we get some more work that we need done."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Harshey Excavating
5.0(
4
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Serving Smithfield, PA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"Larry did an excellent job filling in my pool and grading the hillside to make it look seamless. He hydroseeded and now you can never tell a pool was there. He graded the yard and hillside beautifully for good drainage."
Excavating Project
Building pad
Excavating Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project

+19

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Charlton Excavating
5.0(
2
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Serving Smithfield, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Trustworthy and showed up to plow our difficult driveway when needed without any issues or prompting. Went beyond and shoveled the walkway as well - again without being asked - because it needed done. Fair price for everything. Highly recommended!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

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