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Avatar for Hometown Plumbing

Hometown Plumbing

4.96(
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Hometown Plumbing

4.96(
41
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

With nearly 20 years of experience we are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of 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. We provide QUALITY work at affordable prices.

"Was very kind, able to come right away. "

Sofia C on October 2025

With nearly 20 years of experience we are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for all phases of your plumbing needs. We specialize in a variety of 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. We provide QUALITY work at affordable prices.

"Was very kind, able to come right away. "

Sofia C on October 2025


Rocky Branch Utilities

4.79(
12
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Rocky Branch Utilities

4.79(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

At we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very responsive and professional. Will use them again. Thank you for service!"

Evelyn D on August 2024

At we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very responsive and professional. Will use them again. Thank you for service!"

Evelyn D on August 2024


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Back Forty Construction, LLC

4.90(
10
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Back Forty Construction, LLC

4.90(
10
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

Locally owned and operated. We started this business with one focus in mind and that is customer satisfaction. Top quality work, with a small business price tag. You can guarantee that Back Forty Construction can help with your project!. With being in the construction field for over 15 years, we are experienced to handle all that life might throw at you.

"Andrew was punctual and professional. He arrived early to meet me and walk my project. He provided a timely quote and worked within my budget. The work was performed on time and to my absolute satisfaction. I am having him do further work. Recommend his services highly."

Todd C on August 2025

Locally owned and operated. We started this business with one focus in mind and that is customer satisfaction. Top quality work, with a small business price tag. You can guarantee that Back Forty Construction can help with your project!. With being in the construction field for over 15 years, we are experienced to handle all that life might throw at you.

"Andrew was punctual and professional. He arrived early to meet me and walk my project. He provided a timely quote and worked within my budget. The work was performed on time and to my absolute satisfaction. I am having him do further work. Recommend his services highly."

Todd C on August 2025


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Leatherneck Land Clearing

5.00(
6
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Leatherneck Land Clearing

5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Joel is a consummate professional who cares about the client and about the work. He doesn't stop until the job is complete and the client 110% satisfied! Clearing land and moving trees around a family home that needed dirt brought in, built up, leveled off and trees moved to ensure that water flows away from the house and that there is a pleasing space around the home. A man of integrity, good will, and a great sense of humor! And he cleans up! More than a fair price. We're sharing his name with everyone we know."

Barbara Z on May 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Joel is a consummate professional who cares about the client and about the work. He doesn't stop until the job is complete and the client 110% satisfied! Clearing land and moving trees around a family home that needed dirt brought in, built up, leveled off and trees moved to ensure that water flows away from the house and that there is a pleasing space around the home. A man of integrity, good will, and a great sense of humor! And he cleans up! More than a fair price. We're sharing his name with everyone we know."

Barbara Z on May 2025


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Land CAM Services

5.00(
2
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Land CAM Services

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
6 years of experience

Land CAM Services is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"NA"

Rosemary P on June 2023

Land CAM Services is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"NA"

Rosemary P on June 2023


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PJs Services

4.67(
3
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PJs Services

4.67(
3
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Family owned small company, we treat everyone with respect and how we would like to be treated as well. We strive to give the best price possible while still keeping quality as our number one priority. We can do any projects large or small. One day, extending out to month(s) long projects.

"It was very professionally done. The price was reasonable, he was quick to get to the job, and did everything with no hassle. He was very respectful and trustworthy."

Jordan s on March 2025

Family owned small company, we treat everyone with respect and how we would like to be treated as well. We strive to give the best price possible while still keeping quality as our number one priority. We can do any projects large or small. One day, extending out to month(s) long projects.

"It was very professionally done. The price was reasonable, he was quick to get to the job, and did everything with no hassle. He was very respectful and trustworthy."

Jordan s on March 2025


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Galactic Construction Services LLC

5.00(
1
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Galactic Construction Services LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

We are fully insured with over 15 years of experience in construction. We do work for commercial, government, and residential customers. We are a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business and are also CEPSCI certified. We are dependable, and professional. We offer the following services: -Asphalt -Concrete -Clearing -Grading -Drainage Solutions -Erosion Control -Grassing -Trenching

"Galactic came out for a driveway repair. It was constantly washing out after heavy rains due to the slope. It had become difficult for me to get my car up it. And it’s long! The showed up when scheduled for both the estimate and to get the job completed. Smoothed everything out, brought out and spread 7 loads of crusher run and then packed it using a vibratory roller. Because they added the proper diverters for the water run off, the driveway still looks as good as the day they finished and it’s several months later. FedEx and UPS are in and out often and even those big trucks haven’t messed anything up. Very happy with Galactic and highly recommend them for any work you need done!"

Melinda R on November 2025

We are fully insured with over 15 years of experience in construction. We do work for commercial, government, and residential customers. We are a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business and are also CEPSCI certified. We are dependable, and professional. We offer the following services: -Asphalt -Concrete -Clearing -Grading -Drainage Solutions -Erosion Control -Grassing -Trenching

"Galactic came out for a driveway repair. It was constantly washing out after heavy rains due to the slope. It had become difficult for me to get my car up it. And it’s long! The showed up when scheduled for both the estimate and to get the job completed. Smoothed everything out, brought out and spread 7 loads of crusher run and then packed it using a vibratory roller. Because they added the proper diverters for the water run off, the driveway still looks as good as the day they finished and it’s several months later. FedEx and UPS are in and out often and even those big trucks haven’t messed anything up. Very happy with Galactic and highly recommend them for any work you need done!"

Melinda R on November 2025


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Granny Creek Mulching

5.00(
1
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Granny Creek Mulching

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Granny Creek Mulching helps homeowners, homesteads, farms, and rural properties reclaim overgrown land quickly and safely. We specialize in forestry mulching (brush, vines, saplings), fence-line and property-line clearing, pasture/field reclamation (bush-hogging), right-of-way sight-lines, trail creation/widening, and understory thinning for fire-wise spacing. Our drum mulcher on a compact track loader shreds vegetation in place—leaving a uniform mulch layer that reduces erosion and suppresses regrowth. Veteran-owned and focused on small-to-mid acreage (½–10 acres). We provide clear estimates, job minimums, and straightforward communication. Mulch remains on site; we do not haul debris. Based in Westville, SC and serving a 30-mile radius across Kershaw and nearby parts of Lancaster, Chesterfield, Lee, Sumter, Richland, and Fairfield counties. Tell us your goal; we’ll recommend the safest, most efficient plan to get it done.

"Cleared what needed to be done and left my bigger trees this was for my hunting area "

Joseph B on November 2025

Granny Creek Mulching helps homeowners, homesteads, farms, and rural properties reclaim overgrown land quickly and safely. We specialize in forestry mulching (brush, vines, saplings), fence-line and property-line clearing, pasture/field reclamation (bush-hogging), right-of-way sight-lines, trail creation/widening, and understory thinning for fire-wise spacing. Our drum mulcher on a compact track loader shreds vegetation in place—leaving a uniform mulch layer that reduces erosion and suppresses regrowth. Veteran-owned and focused on small-to-mid acreage (½–10 acres). We provide clear estimates, job minimums, and straightforward communication. Mulch remains on site; we do not haul debris. Based in Westville, SC and serving a 30-mile radius across Kershaw and nearby parts of Lancaster, Chesterfield, Lee, Sumter, Richland, and Fairfield counties. Tell us your goal; we’ll recommend the safest, most efficient plan to get it done.

"Cleared what needed to be done and left my bigger trees this was for my hunting area "

Joseph B on November 2025


Palmer's Grading & Land Clearing, LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Palmer's Grading & Land Clearing, LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

Palmers Grading and Land Clearing, LLC serves as a Grading and Land Clearing Contractor in Camden, SC and surrounding areas. Philip is a 26 year military veteran with over 20 years of heavy equipment and forestry experience.

"Good job and price."

Byron B on September 2023

Palmers Grading and Land Clearing, LLC serves as a Grading and Land Clearing Contractor in Camden, SC and surrounding areas. Philip is a 26 year military veteran with over 20 years of heavy equipment and forestry experience.

"Good job and price."

Byron B on September 2023


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Crew Plumbing & Drain

4.93(
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Crew Plumbing & Drain

4.93(
473
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Welcome to Crew Plumbing and Drain. We offer knowledgeable and friendly service at affordable rates. Our goal is to ensure the complete satisfaction of every customer, so we back our work 100%. Please take a few moments to browse through our site to learn more about the services we offer and how we can help with all of your plumbing and drain needs.

"Needed to have a toilet with leaking flush valve replaced. Prompt and professional service. Would definitely hire again"

Roy M on July 2019

Welcome to Crew Plumbing and Drain. We offer knowledgeable and friendly service at affordable rates. Our goal is to ensure the complete satisfaction of every customer, so we back our work 100%. Please take a few moments to browse through our site to learn more about the services we offer and how we can help with all of your plumbing and drain needs.

"Needed to have a toilet with leaking flush valve replaced. Prompt and professional service. Would definitely hire again"

Roy M on July 2019

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

There is no standard depth, but typically, septic tanks are buried between 4 inches and 4 feet underneath the earth’s surface. There are a few factors that will determine your tank’s depth, including the height of your bedrock, the distance between your home and the tank, and the depth of your main sewer line.

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