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Avatar for Purpose Plumbing, LLC
Purpose Plumbing, LLC
1068 Clements Ferry Road
4.50(
14
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Approved Pro
Purpose Plumbing, LLC
1068 Clements Ferry Road
4.50(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
36 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

Purpose Plumbing is your premier plumbing company in the Charleston area. We provide numerous services within the plumbing industry. If you are looking for friendly, competitively priced, hardworking individuals, look no further. We will be with you every step of the way, from the initial call to the completion of your project. Your satisfaction is our guarantee. We look forward to coming to your location and handling all of your residential or commercial plumbing needs. Call us directly at (843) 998-7465

"Trades person came to the house, gave a quote, I declined the amount: (install 3 toilets) when he was leaving, he asked if i have something saying its $49 when they come out. If that was mentioned, I wouldn't have responded. The next day, I was texted an invoice for$49, which I will not be paying. They KNOW if they mention $49, people won't use them. They should be reprimanded, i find it scammish."

Diane R on August 2024

Purpose Plumbing is your premier plumbing company in the Charleston area. We provide numerous services within the plumbing industry. If you are looking for friendly, competitively priced, hardworking individuals, look no further. We will be with you every step of the way, from the initial call to the completion of your project. Your satisfaction is our guarantee. We look forward to coming to your location and handling all of your residential or commercial plumbing needs. Call us directly at (843) 998-7465

"Trades person came to the house, gave a quote, I declined the amount: (install 3 toilets) when he was leaving, he asked if i have something saying its $49 when they come out. If that was mentioned, I wouldn't have responded. The next day, I was texted an invoice for$49, which I will not be paying. They KNOW if they mention $49, people won't use them. They should be reprimanded, i find it scammish."

Diane R on August 2024


Avatar for Servant Plumbing of Mt.Pleasant
Servant Plumbing of Mt.Pleasant
802 Coleman Blvd
4.85(
538
)
Approved Pro
Servant Plumbing of Mt.Pleasant
802 Coleman Blvd
4.85(
538
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 local quotes requested

Super Service Award winner 12 years in a row! Reviewed on Angie's List for 12 solid years! We return all emergency calls within 15 mins, 24 hrs day, 7 days wk. Why? You're our #1 priority as without YOU, there is no US. It's really that simple. The big difference is we CARE. We GENUINELY care. We always will. Please visit our website for our rating statistics at: www.Servant Plumbing.com or touch link above and see how we walk it when we say you're number one to us, and not just talk it as so many companies do.

"AJ came out to my house to do a quote to replace the sink drain stopper for our two bathrooms. The quote was so much less than the other two quotes I had obtained that I hired him to do the job on the spot. He did the job professionally and in a very short time. He was also very personable and very friendly. I will call Servant Plumbing and ask that AJ come and do the same job at a condo I own in Mt. Pleasant."

Jose C on July 2023

Super Service Award winner 12 years in a row! Reviewed on Angie's List for 12 solid years! We return all emergency calls within 15 mins, 24 hrs day, 7 days wk. Why? You're our #1 priority as without YOU, there is no US. It's really that simple. The big difference is we CARE. We GENUINELY care. We always will. Please visit our website for our rating statistics at: www.Servant Plumbing.com or touch link above and see how we walk it when we say you're number one to us, and not just talk it as so many companies do.

"AJ came out to my house to do a quote to replace the sink drain stopper for our two bathrooms. The quote was so much less than the other two quotes I had obtained that I hired him to do the job on the spot. He did the job professionally and in a very short time. He was also very personable and very friendly. I will call Servant Plumbing and ask that AJ come and do the same job at a condo I own in Mt. Pleasant."

Jose C on July 2023


Avatar for Peeples Plumbing & Gas
Peeples Plumbing & Gas
P.O. Box 706
4.48(
25
)
Approved Pro
Peeples Plumbing & Gas
P.O. Box 706
4.48(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
38 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

We serve the entire “tri-county area, as well as Beaufort , Bluffton! Family operated since 1990. Full line Gas and Plumbing installation and service provider. Specialize in GENERATOR and TANKLESS or TANK water heater installs. Fire pits and gas lamps. GAS LOGS sales and install. We also now offer septic tank and grease trap servicing.

"They were very prompt and professional. I will definitely call them for all my plumbing needs"

Janet T on September 2024

We serve the entire “tri-county area, as well as Beaufort , Bluffton! Family operated since 1990. Full line Gas and Plumbing installation and service provider. Specialize in GENERATOR and TANKLESS or TANK water heater installs. Fire pits and gas lamps. GAS LOGS sales and install. We also now offer septic tank and grease trap servicing.

"They were very prompt and professional. I will definitely call them for all my plumbing needs"

Janet T on September 2024


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JHS Construction & Paving
1050 Cliffwood Drive
4.42(
12
)
Approved Pro
JHS Construction & Paving
1050 Cliffwood Drive
4.42(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
193 local quotes requested

No Job Is Too Small! Give us a call with any asphalt, concrete, pipe, and clearing needs. Here at JHS we have over 15 years of experience in the field. We look forward to working with you.

"He did a great Sales Offer and was great when starting landscaping/ grading to level ground for foundation. But once the building parts were delivered he stopped working They dug the perimeter to the building. The dumpster was repossessed late at night. Two weeks later they came and picked up all their machinery. Trey said he was waiting for 3 days of dry weather to lay concrete. We had 10 days in April. We were already passed first promise due date of April 1st. But now he says he is waiting on inspections. 1st inspection failed due to uneven foundation sand and deer prints, Permits were not collected in February as was told in February that he was getting them with signed documents from me giving him permission to get them. All payments made prior to March to keep workers on the job. They did not fulfill their end of agreement to be paid in advance, Flood vents were suppose to be ordered in January with rest of garage -- done by call to Spry Steel via conference call by Tres, me and Samantha of Spry Steel. Somehow they were overlooked and had to be reordered in May, after second completion date of May 1st. Tres has made no attempt to get anything done since perimeter dug. Last I heard he was having trouble getting inspection of dugout perimeter to get concrete. But I have been told by other contractors that they area is not dug properly and the plastic and rebar need to be spread in the area where building is to be built. The rebar and plastic are sitting in puddles of mud where it has rained over the months and Trey has not bothered to move. Rebar has grass and weeds growing over it. Plastic is becoming useless as it deteriorates in the sun and mud."

Nancy W on May 2024

No Job Is Too Small! Give us a call with any asphalt, concrete, pipe, and clearing needs. Here at JHS we have over 15 years of experience in the field. We look forward to working with you.

"He did a great Sales Offer and was great when starting landscaping/ grading to level ground for foundation. But once the building parts were delivered he stopped working They dug the perimeter to the building. The dumpster was repossessed late at night. Two weeks later they came and picked up all their machinery. Trey said he was waiting for 3 days of dry weather to lay concrete. We had 10 days in April. We were already passed first promise due date of April 1st. But now he says he is waiting on inspections. 1st inspection failed due to uneven foundation sand and deer prints, Permits were not collected in February as was told in February that he was getting them with signed documents from me giving him permission to get them. All payments made prior to March to keep workers on the job. They did not fulfill their end of agreement to be paid in advance, Flood vents were suppose to be ordered in January with rest of garage -- done by call to Spry Steel via conference call by Tres, me and Samantha of Spry Steel. Somehow they were overlooked and had to be reordered in May, after second completion date of May 1st. Tres has made no attempt to get anything done since perimeter dug. Last I heard he was having trouble getting inspection of dugout perimeter to get concrete. But I have been told by other contractors that they area is not dug properly and the plastic and rebar need to be spread in the area where building is to be built. The rebar and plastic are sitting in puddles of mud where it has rained over the months and Trey has not bothered to move. Rebar has grass and weeds growing over it. Plastic is becoming useless as it deteriorates in the sun and mud."

Nancy W on May 2024


Ace Basin Excavating
Located In:
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Ace Basin Excavating
Located In:
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
93 local quotes requested

As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Please ask us about discounts for military and first responders. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Awesome job done and super nice people to hire to get a thorough completion. All crew workers were polite and helpful. Clean up was spectacular down to the last twig. I will use them always when needed. I recommend, you do too!"

brooke W on October 2024

As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Please ask us about discounts for military and first responders. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Awesome job done and super nice people to hire to get a thorough completion. All crew workers were polite and helpful. Clean up was spectacular down to the last twig. I will use them always when needed. I recommend, you do too!"

brooke W on October 2024


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Back Forty Construction, LLC
Whispering Oak Circle
4.88(
8
)
Approved Pro
Back Forty Construction, LLC
Whispering Oak Circle
4.88(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
161 local quotes requested

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.

"Very well and timely"

Ted w on June 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.

"Very well and timely"

Ted w on June 2025


SS Enterprises LLC
1445 Smyrna Church Rd
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
SS Enterprises LLC
1445 Smyrna Church Rd
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
38 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!


Avatar for Gomez Tree, Lawn & Cleaning Services, LLC
Gomez Tree, Lawn & Cleaning Services, LLC
3393 Timothy Simmons Rd
4.93(
15
)
Approved Pro
Gomez Tree, Lawn & Cleaning Services, LLC
3393 Timothy Simmons Rd
4.93(
15
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Gomez Tree, Lawn & Cleaning Services, LLC is committed to excellence 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 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

"Quality work, family business"

David H on May 2025

Gomez Tree, Lawn & Cleaning Services, LLC is committed to excellence 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 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

"Quality work, family business"

David H on May 2025


Whitefish Executive Services, Inc.
1260 Sunset Drive
3.50(
1
)
Approved Pro
Whitefish Executive Services, Inc.
1260 Sunset Drive
3.50(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

With over 22 years of experience in the Plaster & Drywall industry, Whitefish Executive Services, Inc. is your industry expert in Charleston. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Did not quite finish."

Harold J on July 2022

With over 22 years of experience in the Plaster & Drywall industry, Whitefish Executive Services, Inc. is your industry expert in Charleston. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Did not quite finish."

Harold J on July 2022


New South Construction, LLC
204 Red Fox Run
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
New South Construction, LLC
204 Red Fox Run
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 10 years of experience in the excavation and construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from site clearing and preparation for new builds and gravel road and driveway installations. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give New South Construction a call today, we look forward to working with you!

With over 10 years of experience in the excavation and construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from site clearing and preparation for new builds and gravel road and driveway installations. We will treat your home or business as we would treat our own. Give New South Construction a call today, we look forward to working with you!

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FAQs for excavation projects in Johns Island, SC

Unfortunately, some plumbing scenarios, like a broken sewer pipe repair, will require excavation to complete the job. Plumbing excavation costs range from $30 to $70 per cubic foot. However, if you need additional trenching, expect to pay an extra $4 to $12 per linear foot. Keep in mind that these costs are on top of the plumbing repair costs, and they don’t account for labor costs. Consult your excavation specialist to determine an accurate estimate for your job.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

The cost for residential excavation is $3,200 on average, ranging between $50 and $200 per cubic yard. Total costs could range from $500 to $15,000, depending on the project type, yard size, and soil type. 

When a project needs an excavator, the contractor will subcontract one as part of the larger project. If you hire an excavation specialist, you can expect to pay between $40 and $180 per hour. When excavating, if you have soil with excessive rocks or clay deposits, expect an additional cost of $200 to $1,200.

Warm weather seasons like spring and summer are ideal times to excavate due to the ground being softer and easier to dig through. However, it is important to note that bad weather, like heavy blizzard conditions or torrential rainfall, can prolong the project length, increasing costs. That’s why it’s best to avoid excavating during winter or hurricane season, depending on your home’s location.

While completing an excavation project yourself is possible, we don’t recommend it. You’ll likely need to buy or rent the equipment necessary for the job. This equipment costs as $100 per hour or $2,200 weekly, increasing by as much as 50% for larger jobs. 

In addition, completing an excavating job yourself poses a safety risk. If proper marking hasn't occurred, you risk hitting buried cables and other critical piping, like gas and water lines. Additionally, if working with excavation equipment, you’ll need to steer clear of any overhead wires. Leaving this project to an excavating professional is best.

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