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Avatar for Hometown Plumbing

Hometown Plumbing

4.96(
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Hometown Plumbing

4.96(
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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(
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Rocky Branch Utilities

4.79(
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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

4.89(
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Back Forty Construction, LLC

4.89(
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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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Cottrell & Co, Inc.

4.43(
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Cottrell & Co, Inc.

4.43(
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30 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Since 1995, Cottrell & Co., Inc. has been providing expert plumbing repair, heating repair, air conditioning repair and drain cleaning service to homeowners and businesses in Columbia, Lexington, and beyond. We're known as the only service company you want in your home. We service residential and commercial buildings all over the Midlands. Our Master Plumbers and NATE Certified HVAC specialists are hand-picked and expertly trained to provide you with the finest plumbing, heating and air service and installations. When you need it done right, you need a Master Plumber or a NATE Certified HVAC Specialist. Call Cottrell & Co!

"Very professional and courteous. Fixed my clogged sink immediately."

Steve C. D on November 2025

Since 1995, Cottrell & Co., Inc. has been providing expert plumbing repair, heating repair, air conditioning repair and drain cleaning service to homeowners and businesses in Columbia, Lexington, and beyond. We're known as the only service company you want in your home. We service residential and commercial buildings all over the Midlands. Our Master Plumbers and NATE Certified HVAC specialists are hand-picked and expertly trained to provide you with the finest plumbing, heating and air service and installations. When you need it done right, you need a Master Plumber or a NATE Certified HVAC Specialist. Call Cottrell & Co!

"Very professional and courteous. Fixed my clogged sink immediately."

Steve C. D on November 2025


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Land CAM Services

5.00(
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Land CAM Services

5.00(
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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(
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PJs Services

4.67(
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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


DK and Sons Land Management

5.00(
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DK and Sons Land Management

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

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your landscaping needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"We had DK and sons come out and do some cleaning of our back property. Great price, quick response, great service. They are very professional company to do business with. I would highly recommended them to anyone."

Jeffrey B on August 2022

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your landscaping needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"We had DK and sons come out and do some cleaning of our back property. Great price, quick response, great service. They are very professional company to do business with. I would highly recommended them to anyone."

Jeffrey B on August 2022


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McCully Land Services, LLC

5.00(
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McCully Land Services, LLC

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

Welcome to McCully Land Services, LLC! In business since 2019, we are a full service dirt work company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We specialize in everything from forestry mulching to excavation and land clearing for both residential and commercial properties, and no job is too big or too small. Serving Bamberg and its surrounding areas, be sure to give us a call today!

"Lee was very professional. Provided me with detailed estimate and completed the job in the time we agreed upon. Would definitely do future business with this company."

Kathleen P on March 2020

Welcome to McCully Land Services, LLC! In business since 2019, we are a full service dirt work company who takes great pride in the quality of our work and guarantees customer satisfaction. We specialize in everything from forestry mulching to excavation and land clearing for both residential and commercial properties, and no job is too big or too small. Serving Bamberg and its surrounding areas, be sure to give us a call today!

"Lee was very professional. Provided me with detailed estimate and completed the job in the time we agreed upon. Would definitely do future business with this company."

Kathleen P on March 2020


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Galactic Construction Services LLC

5.00(
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Galactic Construction Services LLC

5.00(
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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


International Transport & Construction LLC

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International Transport & Construction LLC

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Approved Pro
7 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.

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.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

The average cost of excavation is around $3,200. Most jobs fall somewhere between $500 and $15,000, depending on the amount of soil to remove, whether or not there are landscaping features or structures in the vicinity that could complicate the excavation, and the quality and contents of the soil. Larger jobs will naturally cost more, as will those in tight spaces that demand manual excavation as opposed to using heavy machinery. Hard soil and tree roots can also extend the job and drive up your labor costs.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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.

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.

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