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Poletti Excavating

4.91(
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Poletti Excavating

4.91(
22
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2022 years of experience

Welcome to Poletti Excavating, proudly servicing Cressona and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.Specializing in new and reconditioned yards.Digging out for above ground pools.Removing stumps. All pipe excavating installation (water,sewer,storm sewer,and underground gas and electric lines) and all your landscaping needs.Also installing retaining wall blocks

"Everything was great! Great response to time !"

Rene F on March 2024

Welcome to Poletti Excavating, proudly servicing Cressona and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.Specializing in new and reconditioned yards.Digging out for above ground pools.Removing stumps. All pipe excavating installation (water,sewer,storm sewer,and underground gas and electric lines) and all your landscaping needs.Also installing retaining wall blocks

"Everything was great! Great response to time !"

Rene F on March 2024


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Groundworks

4.39(
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Groundworks

4.39(
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Customers say: Super punctual
1975 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Groundworks, formerly Baker's Waterproofing, has specialized in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs since 2009. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across central Pennsylvania. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your basement, foundation, or concrete. PA158514 (PA)

"The job went extremely well. Aaron Lenker and Corbin Gillichbauer performed the service and were professional and polite. I’m completely satisfied. Well done."

Paul S on July 2025

Groundworks, formerly Baker's Waterproofing, has specialized in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, waterproofing, and concrete needs since 2009. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across central Pennsylvania. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your basement, foundation, or concrete. PA158514 (PA)

"The job went extremely well. Aaron Lenker and Corbin Gillichbauer performed the service and were professional and polite. I’m completely satisfied. Well done."

Paul S on July 2025


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Murf and Machine

5.00(
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Murf and Machine

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
2025 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Scot and Mary Murphy. Murf and Machine is a Division of SKM II, LLC. Minor Excavation Services. Man and machine for hire. Man and John Deere 2032R tractor for hire. Front-end loader, back-hoe and 60" mower deck. Spread soil and stone, trenching, hole digging, pull stumps, large lot and acreage grass cutting. Anything else a tractor can do. Fully insured. Registered Home Improvement Contractor with the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General-PA202899. Murf and Machine offers expert minor excavation and demolition services. As a division of SKM II, LLC, they bring reliability and professionalism to every job. Need a skilled operator and powerful equipment? Murf and his John Deere 2032R tractor are available for hire, equipped with a front-end loader, back-hoe, and 60" mower deck. From spreading soil and stone to trenching, hole digging, and large lot mowing, Murf and Machine tackles a wide range of tasks with precision and care. Trust them to get the job done right!

"We had a tree cut down a few years ago and never had the stump removed. It was out of the ground about 2 feet. We hired Murf and Machine to have it removed with a backhoe. It was a stubborn stump, it took him around 3-4 hours to get it out of the ground and then moved out of the way to another part of our property. This was fun to watch. We recommend Murf and Machine."

Matt H on June 2025

Scot and Mary Murphy. Murf and Machine is a Division of SKM II, LLC. Minor Excavation Services. Man and machine for hire. Man and John Deere 2032R tractor for hire. Front-end loader, back-hoe and 60" mower deck. Spread soil and stone, trenching, hole digging, pull stumps, large lot and acreage grass cutting. Anything else a tractor can do. Fully insured. Registered Home Improvement Contractor with the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General-PA202899. Murf and Machine offers expert minor excavation and demolition services. As a division of SKM II, LLC, they bring reliability and professionalism to every job. Need a skilled operator and powerful equipment? Murf and his John Deere 2032R tractor are available for hire, equipped with a front-end loader, back-hoe, and 60" mower deck. From spreading soil and stone to trenching, hole digging, and large lot mowing, Murf and Machine tackles a wide range of tasks with precision and care. Trust them to get the job done right!

"We had a tree cut down a few years ago and never had the stump removed. It was out of the ground about 2 feet. We hired Murf and Machine to have it removed with a backhoe. It was a stubborn stump, it took him around 3-4 hours to get it out of the ground and then moved out of the way to another part of our property. This was fun to watch. We recommend Murf and Machine."

Matt H on June 2025


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Stable Works LLC

4.78(
9
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Stable Works LLC

4.78(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
2022 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Why Choose Stable Works? Quality Craftmanship, Transparent Pricing and 3D Designs. The Stable Works Difference. ​​​ Our Seasoned Experts At Stable Works Are Prepared To Step In With Over Thirty-Five Years Of Quality Craftsmanship. Interior | Exterior | Commercial | Design ​Licensed & Insured HIC # 13VH12478700 Project Tracking Software 3D Designs on Projects 0% APR Financing Free In-Person Estimates High Quality Craftsmanship. We're known for delivering exceptional results. Our expertise put us in a position to complete High-End Home Improvement Projects and Commercial Construction Projects in NJ & PA. We've made construction projects simple by capitalizing on Project Tracking Software, 3D Design Software, Quality Craftsmanship and listening to your needs.

"I have had serveral remolding project. Being a single female I never felt comfortable and sometimes they took shortcuts. The Stableworks crew was extremely professional and explained each part of the process. I recommend this company highly."

Sandra W on February 2025

Why Choose Stable Works? Quality Craftmanship, Transparent Pricing and 3D Designs. The Stable Works Difference. ​​​ Our Seasoned Experts At Stable Works Are Prepared To Step In With Over Thirty-Five Years Of Quality Craftsmanship. Interior | Exterior | Commercial | Design ​Licensed & Insured HIC # 13VH12478700 Project Tracking Software 3D Designs on Projects 0% APR Financing Free In-Person Estimates High Quality Craftsmanship. We're known for delivering exceptional results. Our expertise put us in a position to complete High-End Home Improvement Projects and Commercial Construction Projects in NJ & PA. We've made construction projects simple by capitalizing on Project Tracking Software, 3D Design Software, Quality Craftsmanship and listening to your needs.

"I have had serveral remolding project. Being a single female I never felt comfortable and sometimes they took shortcuts. The Stableworks crew was extremely professional and explained each part of the process. I recommend this company highly."

Sandra W on February 2025


Larry Miller General Contracting

4.83(
6
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Larry Miller General Contracting

4.83(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1987 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"No comment."

Allen B on May 2021

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"No comment."

Allen B on May 2021


Cozzubbo Home Contracting LLC

5.00(
4
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Cozzubbo Home Contracting LLC

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2016 years of experience

Cozzubbo Home Contracting LLC, 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 exceptional 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.

"Very accommodating and flexible, made sure what I visioned for my outdoor living space was carried out."

Melissa P on November 2022

Cozzubbo Home Contracting LLC, 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 exceptional 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.

"Very accommodating and flexible, made sure what I visioned for my outdoor living space was carried out."

Melissa P on November 2022


JD GroundWorx, Inc.

5.00(
2
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JD GroundWorx, 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
2016 years of experience

JD GroundWorx is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality 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!

"The contractor was very professional. He had the correct equipment to do the job. His crew was very knowledgeable and helpful. He worked through to completion and met my deadline quite efficiently. They did a good job. I will hire the crew again when I need excavation services."

Mike R on October 2023

JD GroundWorx is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality 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!

"The contractor was very professional. He had the correct equipment to do the job. His crew was very knowledgeable and helpful. He worked through to completion and met my deadline quite efficiently. They did a good job. I will hire the crew again when I need excavation services."

Mike R on October 2023


Boyle Electro Mechanical

4.25(
8
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Boyle Electro Mechanical

4.25(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2011 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Boyle Electro Mechanical is your premier exterior maintenance and mechanical professional, servicing residents across Schuylkill county and surrounding areas since 2011! At Boyle Electro Mechanical, we always make good on our promise to deliver professionalism, punctuality, and customer satisfaction to all of our clients. We specialize in a wide array of services including: landscaping, lawn maintenance, hardscaping, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing! When it comes to your work, no job is too big for our experts to handle! With years of experience under our belts across all fields of work, there is no safer bet than Boyle Electro Mechanical to make sure your job is done right the first time. For a professional you can trust, give us a call today!

"Good at what do"

Ronald R on April 2020

Boyle Electro Mechanical is your premier exterior maintenance and mechanical professional, servicing residents across Schuylkill county and surrounding areas since 2011! At Boyle Electro Mechanical, we always make good on our promise to deliver professionalism, punctuality, and customer satisfaction to all of our clients. We specialize in a wide array of services including: landscaping, lawn maintenance, hardscaping, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing! When it comes to your work, no job is too big for our experts to handle! With years of experience under our belts across all fields of work, there is no safer bet than Boyle Electro Mechanical to make sure your job is done right the first time. For a professional you can trust, give us a call today!

"Good at what do"

Ronald R on April 2020


Boyle Electro Mechanical

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Boyle Electro Mechanical

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Boyle Electro Mechanical is your trusted partner for all your excavating needs in Allentown. With our expertise and commitment to quality, we stand out from the competition. Contact us today to get your home projects started.

"They were good, I was very pleased. They were easy to communicate and everything was good."

Katie O on November 2020

Boyle Electro Mechanical is your trusted partner for all your excavating needs in Allentown. With our expertise and commitment to quality, we stand out from the competition. Contact us today to get your home projects started.

"They were good, I was very pleased. They were easy to communicate and everything was good."

Katie O on November 2020


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Robinson Plumbing

4.92(
216
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Robinson Plumbing

4.92(
216
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Robinson Plumbing offers affordable plumbing services in Allentown, Lehigh Valley, Bethlehem, Easton, Center Valley, Quakertown and other surrounding areas of Pennsylvania for residential and commercial customers available 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. The Robinson Plumbing team is composed of highly experienced technicians who offer fast and efficient plumbing expertise specializing in plumbing and drain cleaning services. We understand that plumbing problems can occur at the worst possible time, which is why we provide 24 hour emergency service! We value comprehensive work at affordable flat rate prices. Robinson Plumbing's sole purpose is to provide our client with complete satisfaction. You can depend on Robinson Plumbing for your residential and commercial plumbing needs. Also serving Reading, Pottstown and all surrounding areas of PA.

"Brett and Gage from Robinson Plumbing did an excellent job figuring out a well water issue for us. It wasn't an easy process and there was definitely some frustration, but with some trial and error and troubleshooting we were able to diagnose the problem and get it fixed. Highly recommend and would work with again."

Peter J on May 2023

Robinson Plumbing offers affordable plumbing services in Allentown, Lehigh Valley, Bethlehem, Easton, Center Valley, Quakertown and other surrounding areas of Pennsylvania for residential and commercial customers available 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. The Robinson Plumbing team is composed of highly experienced technicians who offer fast and efficient plumbing expertise specializing in plumbing and drain cleaning services. We understand that plumbing problems can occur at the worst possible time, which is why we provide 24 hour emergency service! We value comprehensive work at affordable flat rate prices. Robinson Plumbing's sole purpose is to provide our client with complete satisfaction. You can depend on Robinson Plumbing for your residential and commercial plumbing needs. Also serving Reading, Pottstown and all surrounding areas of PA.

"Brett and Gage from Robinson Plumbing did an excellent job figuring out a well water issue for us. It wasn't an easy process and there was definitely some frustration, but with some trial and error and troubleshooting we were able to diagnose the problem and get it fixed. Highly recommend and would work with again."

Peter J on May 2023

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The answer may vary based on where you live. Residential sewer lines are generally buried 5 feet to 6 feet under the ground. However, it's not uncommon to see pipes buried as deep as 8 feet in colder climates in order to ensure that piping is placed below the freeze line. Digging depth could impact your sewer line replacement cost.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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.

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