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Avatar for Xpert Plumbing INC

Xpert Plumbing INC

111 Logan Lane
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro

Xpert Plumbing INC

111 Logan Lane
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Local family owned business with 19 plus years of experience in septic and sewer lines anywhere from small leak repairs to full system installation. We service and repair all plumbing fixtures, standard and custom, tank or tankless water heater repair and install . We take pride in our work so you may take pride in your property.

"They were amazing"

Aimee W on August 2025

Local family owned business with 19 plus years of experience in septic and sewer lines anywhere from small leak repairs to full system installation. We service and repair all plumbing fixtures, standard and custom, tank or tankless water heater repair and install . We take pride in our work so you may take pride in your property.

"They were amazing"

Aimee W on August 2025


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Davis earthworks llc

Servicing Around
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Davis earthworks llc

Servicing Around
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
155 local quotes requested

We specialize in forestry mulching and land clearing fully insured and free quotes. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"They were very professional! They showed up on time and worked the entire time they were there. They exceeded my expectations and I would definitely recommend them."

Meg D on July 2023

We specialize in forestry mulching and land clearing fully insured and free quotes. We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"They were very professional! They showed up on time and worked the entire time they were there. They exceeded my expectations and I would definitely recommend them."

Meg D on July 2023


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Flaker Flooring L.L.C.

1233 Doug Hollow Rd
4.49(
51
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Approved Pro

Flaker Flooring L.L.C.

1233 Doug Hollow Rd
4.49(
51
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
422 local quotes requested
26 years of experience

Flaker Flooring is a family run business that provides quality install with respect to a customers home and a keen eye for detail. 25 years of experience gives Flaker Flooring the confidence to help a home owner reach their goals with flooring upgrades to their home... We take pride in our work and would love the chance to work in your home. "We got you covered..."Our company also provides Plumbing, electrical, and painting services.

"he came gave me 300 for the job since - came bk and i gave him 200 i held out 100- ever wk its some other excuse this has been going on for 3 wks -he just hung up on me"

Eileen L on August 2025

Flaker Flooring is a family run business that provides quality install with respect to a customers home and a keen eye for detail. 25 years of experience gives Flaker Flooring the confidence to help a home owner reach their goals with flooring upgrades to their home... We take pride in our work and would love the chance to work in your home. "We got you covered..."Our company also provides Plumbing, electrical, and painting services.

"he came gave me 300 for the job since - came bk and i gave him 200 i held out 100- ever wk its some other excuse this has been going on for 3 wks -he just hung up on me"

Eileen L on August 2025


"I was very satisfied with the work done. The guys were friendly, professional and knowledgeable about my project. They did an awesome job trimming my broken tree and will definitely use them for any future projects!"

Cathy D on June 2023

Prime Level Contractors LLC 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!

"I was very satisfied with the work done. The guys were friendly, professional and knowledgeable about my project. They did an awesome job trimming my broken tree and will definitely use them for any future projects!"

Cathy D on June 2023


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Bulldog Civil Consultants, LLC

119 Daniel Ave
5.00(
10
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Approved Pro

Bulldog Civil Consultants, LLC

119 Daniel Ave
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Bulldog Civil Consultants, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Exceptional work from Brad and his team. Work always done in a timely manner and how we want it Very professional in all the work he does."

Nathan V on April 2023

Bulldog Civil Consultants, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Exceptional work from Brad and his team. Work always done in a timely manner and how we want it Very professional in all the work he does."

Nathan V on April 2023


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Armstrong Land Management Excavation

9 Alumni Lane
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro

Armstrong Land Management Excavation

9 Alumni Lane
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Armstrong Land Management Excavation 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 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.

"Honest and professional"

Alan C on May 2023

Armstrong Land Management Excavation 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 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.

"Honest and professional"

Alan C on May 2023


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Wildcat Advanced Land Clearing

4235 N Blackstock Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro

Wildcat Advanced Land Clearing

4235 N Blackstock Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

When you need land cleared in a responsible, Eco-friendly manner, hire the reliable team at Wildcat Advanced Land Clearing. We are ready to handle any size job while providing an environmentally responsible service to ensure the land heals and replenishes properly. We use revolutionary advanced machinery to reduce the material on the spot providing a smooth mulch layer to control water runoff, soil erosion and to replenish the soil naturally. Our process is very different from the traditional large, heavy equipment clearing that harshly disrupts and strips the topsoil of its natural resources, opening the land to uncontrolled water runoff, soil erosion and a very slow healing process.

"He did an excellent job. He's here when he said he's gonna be here. His estimate was spot on. Very professional, very good, and very punctual."

Chuck R on August 2021

When you need land cleared in a responsible, Eco-friendly manner, hire the reliable team at Wildcat Advanced Land Clearing. We are ready to handle any size job while providing an environmentally responsible service to ensure the land heals and replenishes properly. We use revolutionary advanced machinery to reduce the material on the spot providing a smooth mulch layer to control water runoff, soil erosion and to replenish the soil naturally. Our process is very different from the traditional large, heavy equipment clearing that harshly disrupts and strips the topsoil of its natural resources, opening the land to uncontrolled water runoff, soil erosion and a very slow healing process.

"He did an excellent job. He's here when he said he's gonna be here. His estimate was spot on. Very professional, very good, and very punctual."

Chuck R on August 2021


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Skinner's Lawn and Landscape

27 Eli Cox Road
4.95(
20
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Approved Pro

Skinner's Lawn and Landscape

27 Eli Cox Road
4.95(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Welcome to Skinner's Lawn and Landscape! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

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Kristine H on March 2022

Welcome to Skinner's Lawn and Landscape! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

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Kristine H on March 2022


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Trailblazers

130 Sunshine Lane
4.90(
24
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Approved Pro

Trailblazers

130 Sunshine Lane
4.90(
24
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
60 local quotes requested

Welcome to Trailblazers! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"THEY WERE VERY PROFESSIONAL AS WELL AS PERSONABLE. THE WORK WAS DONE WITH CARE AND CAME OUT WELL. RUSS TOLD ME EXACTLY WHAT THEY WERE DOING AND FOLLOWED THROUGH. I WILL TELL OTHERS ABOUT THEM."

Stephen B on November 2024

Welcome to Trailblazers! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"THEY WERE VERY PROFESSIONAL AS WELL AS PERSONABLE. THE WORK WAS DONE WITH CARE AND CAME OUT WELL. RUSS TOLD ME EXACTLY WHAT THEY WERE DOING AND FOLLOWED THROUGH. I WILL TELL OTHERS ABOUT THEM."

Stephen B on November 2024


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Thickett-B-Gone

Located In:
4.83(
6
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Thickett-B-Gone

Located In:
4.83(
6
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Thickett-B-Gone is a locally owned land and property clean-up service based in Columbia, Kentucky. We specialize in land clearing, tree removal, driveway repair, storm clean-up, and property prep for both residential and agricultural landowners. Our work began in storm recovery efforts, and helping people get their property back in shape is still at the heart of what we do today. We are fully insured, operate with honesty, and take pride in work done right.

"It was an excellent job."

Barbara W on October 2025

Thickett-B-Gone is a locally owned land and property clean-up service based in Columbia, Kentucky. We specialize in land clearing, tree removal, driveway repair, storm clean-up, and property prep for both residential and agricultural landowners. Our work began in storm recovery efforts, and helping people get their property back in shape is still at the heart of what we do today. We are fully insured, operate with honesty, and take pride in work done right.

"It was an excellent job."

Barbara W on October 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

Trenches are 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the right depth for your trench will depend on the nature of your project. For example, if you’re digging a trench as part of a French drain installation, it should be 18 inches deep. An excavation professional can explain how deep your trench should be.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

Most municipalities require excavation permits for any significant digging, especially if the excavation affects utilities or public property. However, permits for excavation depend on your local government and the scope of the project. Hire an experienced contractor for your excavation job so that they can be the ones to deal with permitting, not you. 

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