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Q: Can I use metal detectors to find my sewer line?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: Where do I take the boulder once it’s removed?

• <div><p>After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you&rsquo;re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-landscaping-cost.htm">landscaping costs</a>. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.</p></div>

Q: What is the difference between trenching and digging?

• <div><p>Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that&rsquo;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&rsquo;s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.</p></div>

Q: What is the cheapest well to drill?

• <div><p>To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you. </p></div>

Q: Who is responsible for construction dust?

• <div><p>Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-eliminate-drywall-dust.htm">Eliminating drywall dust</a> is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.</p></div>

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Last update on January 19, 2026

Reviewed in September 2025
The entire experience was great. The sales person was friendly, the measurement staff was knowledgeable, the installation team wa superb, and the Q/C manager was excellent. We are impress with the service and quality.
Power Home Remodeling
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Reviewed in September 2025
I observed Ryan's work and he was thorough and very efficient with machine. He was also very pleasant and informative.
Green Lawn Fertilizing, Inc
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Reviewed in April 2025
Needed clearing work with fill and resloping for low lying area. Wessner Excavating came in with a fair price bid and the work was done in a timely, correct manner. Would definitely recommend and rehire for additional work.
Wessner Hauling & Excavating Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2023
Very knowledgeable!!! Explained issue clearly!! Came when they said they would-excellent communication. Very personable!!! They were outstanding!!! My wife and I always look for these above traits from the people we contract
Honey Electric and Mechanical, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Great company they came out quickly got the job done and left the property clean. They also happened to be 50% less expensive than some of the other bids. I will hire them again for other roofs.
Eckroths Roofing Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Niman is very professional and kind. He came quickly to assess my job then completed it quickly as well, the whole project was done in a week (paint for 3 bedrooms with crack repairs, electrical and carpentry). The work is also of very good quality, just a small amount of detail work on the...
QNA Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
Very efficient and did a great job removing tree and pruning another tree that was close to the house. The work team cleaned up and removed the tree and branches.
Adam's Earth Farm and Environmental Services, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
Quick and courteous got the job done.
Fused Electric
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Reviewed in July 2021
Wonderful electrical company! Great service and professional technicians! I am extremely happy I hired them and I will refer them to my community board!
Hughes Electrical Innovative Current Specialists
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Reviewed in September 2015
It went perfectly. Dave showed up on time with his heavy equipment (an excavator and two large trucks) and got to work immediately. With his excavator he was able to remove some large underground roots that were left after removing some trees, he also removed some large pieces of wood, debris of...
Broad Excavating inc.
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