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Avatar for Fabiano's Construction
Fabiano's Construction
4.8(
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Serving Upper Darby, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did excellent work , they were reliable knowledgeable professionals and were very punctual and were easy to contact throughout the entire process from quote to finish . I would absolutely recommend them to anyone needing home repairs"
decks
decks
decks
decks
decks

+6

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Davis Home Remodel and Flips
5.0(
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Serving Upper Darby, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired the Davis remodeling company in June to rid our property of a tremendous amount of yard debris. Larnell was quick to respond and came out promptly for an estimate. He did an amazing job, which was not easy on an extremely hot day! Estimate was reasonable and would definitely recommend! He is also a very nice and professional person!"
Response time10 mins
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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J&N concrete & excavation LLC
4.8(
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Serving Upper Darby, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis and crew took a dilapidated wall and recycled all material in the installation. Came out great! He's also completed other concrete and retaining wall work for me and my company. Highly recommend!"
New Back yard
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

+1

34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Affordable Handyman
5.0(
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Serving Upper Darby, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a great experience with this handyman. Very affordable, professional, and reliable. He showed up on time, explained what needed to be done clearly, and finished the job quickly without cutting corners. The quality of work was excellent, especially for the price. It?s hard to find someone honest and skilled these days, but this is definitely someone I?d recommend and hire again."
Cutting board display
Built in bookcase
Built in bookcase
Shoe closet
Shoe closet

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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Tri-State Brother's Professional Cleaning, Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Upper Darby, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality cleaning and janitorial services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time1 day
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Dirty Boys Contracting, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Upper Darby, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Here at Dirty Boys Contracting we are a fully licensed and insured contracting company. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our ability to keep all jobs running smoothly and under budget. Call now for a free quote.

Response time2 days
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The Steel Bucket
5.0(
9
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Serving Upper Darby, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Claire and her husband were friendly professional and easy to work with. We had a few large items we needed hauled away and they did the job for a reasonable price. I would highly recommend them!!"
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Hauling Project,  removal of construction debris
Backyard visual, rear of house. Everything overgrown. Before
Hauling Project,  removal of construction debris
Before, retaining wall and side yard.

+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for 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.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

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’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. 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.

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