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Wilmington, Newark, Middletown and Dover DE and Cecil County, MD areas Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services. Professional, Friendly, & Knowledgeable Plumbers. Your plumbing system is one of the most important components of a properly functioning home or business. When your plumbing system is facing issues, who do you call? Whether you’re dealing with a toilet that won’t stop running or a faucet that won’t stop leaking, it’s important to turn to true plumbing professionals to ensure you’re getting the best service available. At Mr. Rooter® Plumbing, we offer honest and reliable plumbing repairs and services to the locals of Wilmington, Newark, Middletown and Dover DE and Cecil County, MD the surrounding areas.
"Chris L did an outstanding job. His professionalism, friendly manner, plumbing expertise and everything else I cant recall at this time is way beyond anything I have experienced with any other workers we have worked with. Absolutelty Fantastic individual ty Dennis & Donna Tolley"
Dennis T on February 2024
Wilmington, Newark, Middletown and Dover DE and Cecil County, MD areas Plumbing & Drain Cleaning Services. Professional, Friendly, & Knowledgeable Plumbers. Your plumbing system is one of the most important components of a properly functioning home or business. When your plumbing system is facing issues, who do you call? Whether you’re dealing with a toilet that won’t stop running or a faucet that won’t stop leaking, it’s important to turn to true plumbing professionals to ensure you’re getting the best service available. At Mr. Rooter® Plumbing, we offer honest and reliable plumbing repairs and services to the locals of Wilmington, Newark, Middletown and Dover DE and Cecil County, MD the surrounding areas.
"Chris L did an outstanding job. His professionalism, friendly manner, plumbing expertise and everything else I cant recall at this time is way beyond anything I have experienced with any other workers we have worked with. Absolutelty Fantastic individual ty Dennis & Donna Tolley"
Dennis T on February 2024
We take great pride in being family owned and operated. Our mission is to provide our customers with exceptional service while delivering top-notch quality. Our reputation is based on the service and quality we provide, as well as the safety of our customers and their homes. We strive for transparency throughout your entire experience with our company and as well, promise to be upfront and honest. We treat your home like our home. Call us today for Better Service, Better Price, Better Value!
"Highly NOT Recommended! I have used Delaware Plumbing Professionals more than once. The first time, although not inexpensive, the job was done well. The second time, I called them to diagnose a problem with my sump pump. The pump was only one year old and was malfunctioning. I was told that, since they didn’t install the pump, the only option they could offer was to install a brand-new pump, which would cost around $2,000. I said, "Thank you," paid $65 for the visit, and that was it. The pump was later fixed with a simple tweak. Today, I called them for the third time to look at a leaking shower and a leaking garbage disposal. I was informed that to change the leaking gasket at the top of the disposal, they would charge me the price of a full disposal replacement, which is over $450, for less than one hour worth of work (I asked). As for the leaking shower, even though I clearly identified the leaking plunger (a $20 part), I was told they couldn’t address it and could only offer a replacement of the entire shower valve inside the wall, which I assume would be a job costing a few thousand dollars. Wasted another $65 for their useless visit."
soraya G on October 2024
We take great pride in being family owned and operated. Our mission is to provide our customers with exceptional service while delivering top-notch quality. Our reputation is based on the service and quality we provide, as well as the safety of our customers and their homes. We strive for transparency throughout your entire experience with our company and as well, promise to be upfront and honest. We treat your home like our home. Call us today for Better Service, Better Price, Better Value!
"Highly NOT Recommended! I have used Delaware Plumbing Professionals more than once. The first time, although not inexpensive, the job was done well. The second time, I called them to diagnose a problem with my sump pump. The pump was only one year old and was malfunctioning. I was told that, since they didn’t install the pump, the only option they could offer was to install a brand-new pump, which would cost around $2,000. I said, "Thank you," paid $65 for the visit, and that was it. The pump was later fixed with a simple tweak. Today, I called them for the third time to look at a leaking shower and a leaking garbage disposal. I was informed that to change the leaking gasket at the top of the disposal, they would charge me the price of a full disposal replacement, which is over $450, for less than one hour worth of work (I asked). As for the leaking shower, even though I clearly identified the leaking plunger (a $20 part), I was told they couldn’t address it and could only offer a replacement of the entire shower valve inside the wall, which I assume would be a job costing a few thousand dollars. Wasted another $65 for their useless visit."
soraya G on October 2024
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Excellent My pond has not been running this well for years Very professional and understanding"
Cheryl M on March 2025
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Excellent My pond has not been running this well for years Very professional and understanding"
Cheryl M on March 2025
We are an experience contracting company here to help you with any concrete, excavating and sewer and water line installation
"It went well"
Eugene E on November 2024
We are an experience contracting company here to help you with any concrete, excavating and sewer and water line installation
"It went well"
Eugene E on November 2024
With experience dating back to the early 2000s, Takats & Son has been the go- to concrete specialists in our area! Meeting your needs in anything to do with stamped or broomed concrete driveways, walkways, patios, porches & so much more!! Residential and light commercial. We are a family owned business were we take pride in going the extra mile to make sure our customers are more than happy with the product they receive. Check out our services offered and call or check out our insta quote website to schedule a free estimate today!
"Andrew and Charlie the owners and there crew were great . They were very personable easy to work with and very explanatory .I am so pleased with the work that was done Andrew charlie and their crew worked very hard in 100 degree heat.i would highly recommend them and I will be using them again ."
Daniel K on August 2022
With experience dating back to the early 2000s, Takats & Son has been the go- to concrete specialists in our area! Meeting your needs in anything to do with stamped or broomed concrete driveways, walkways, patios, porches & so much more!! Residential and light commercial. We are a family owned business were we take pride in going the extra mile to make sure our customers are more than happy with the product they receive. Check out our services offered and call or check out our insta quote website to schedule a free estimate today!
"Andrew and Charlie the owners and there crew were great . They were very personable easy to work with and very explanatory .I am so pleased with the work that was done Andrew charlie and their crew worked very hard in 100 degree heat.i would highly recommend them and I will be using them again ."
Daniel K on August 2022
We are an Excavation and site maintenance contractor providing site work, excavation, labor, punch-out crews, concrete, sediment erosion control, sod, and landscaping for builders and developers. HCE installs hardscape, sod, and landscaping for homeowners.
"HCE was great and we love our new patio & firepit. They were very professional, got the job done perfectly, and were very helpful with our design."
Tracy B on August 2020
We are an Excavation and site maintenance contractor providing site work, excavation, labor, punch-out crews, concrete, sediment erosion control, sod, and landscaping for builders and developers. HCE installs hardscape, sod, and landscaping for homeowners.
"HCE was great and we love our new patio & firepit. They were very professional, got the job done perfectly, and were very helpful with our design."
Tracy B on August 2020
Boni Landscaping is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility for all our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business backed with 18 years of experience. No Job too big or too small. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"Job well done"
Edward T on January 2023
Boni Landscaping is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility for all our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business backed with 18 years of experience. No Job too big or too small. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!
"Job well done"
Edward T on January 2023
We are family owned and operated with over 25+ years of experience. One call does it all with us. We are well versed in all forms of trade work.
"Ed Krolick started our project back in JULY 2021, paid 10k, limited work, broken promises, doesn't respond, ridiculous excuses. Telling me he has to work other jobs to make enough money to work on mine W**! Its now April 2022. Filling with State Attorney's office."
Chris S on April 2022
We are family owned and operated with over 25+ years of experience. One call does it all with us. We are well versed in all forms of trade work.
"Ed Krolick started our project back in JULY 2021, paid 10k, limited work, broken promises, doesn't respond, ridiculous excuses. Telling me he has to work other jobs to make enough money to work on mine W**! Its now April 2022. Filling with State Attorney's office."
Chris S on April 2022
At Accurate Asphalt we understand the importance of customer relations. Our customer bonds are just as strong as the asphalt we install. If you're looking for a contractor that will give you peace of mind while working with your budget Accurate Asphalt is the company for you.
"He did come out, looked at it and told me that it wasn't a good time to do the job because the weather's too cold. I really appreciate his honest and he is willing to do the job in spring."
Patricia S on November 2019
At Accurate Asphalt we understand the importance of customer relations. Our customer bonds are just as strong as the asphalt we install. If you're looking for a contractor that will give you peace of mind while working with your budget Accurate Asphalt is the company for you.
"He did come out, looked at it and told me that it wasn't a good time to do the job because the weather's too cold. I really appreciate his honest and he is willing to do the job in spring."
Patricia S on November 2019
When you choose Ned Stevens for your gutter cleaning, gutter repair, gutter installation, and other services, you can count on exceptional quality of work and outstanding customer service. Our labor staff are all our own employees, and we train them in our state-of-the-art training facility focusing on quality work. Our work is 100% Guaranteed. Your satisfaction is our goal. We want to make your gutter cleaning experience effortless. You never need to be home! We are fully insured and guarantee all of our work. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They did not show up on the day of the appointment. They also did not call to reschedule or let me know that they were not going to show up to do the work. Then i come home a few days later and see they left a door knocker on my door saying they did the work. I would rather have been there when they were doing the work so that I could have known for sure that they completed it. lack of communication was not appreciated in this situation."
Barbara S on November 2020
When you choose Ned Stevens for your gutter cleaning, gutter repair, gutter installation, and other services, you can count on exceptional quality of work and outstanding customer service. Our labor staff are all our own employees, and we train them in our state-of-the-art training facility focusing on quality work. Our work is 100% Guaranteed. Your satisfaction is our goal. We want to make your gutter cleaning experience effortless. You never need to be home! We are fully insured and guarantee all of our work. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"They did not show up on the day of the appointment. They also did not call to reschedule or let me know that they were not going to show up to do the work. Then i come home a few days later and see they left a door knocker on my door saying they did the work. I would rather have been there when they were doing the work so that I could have known for sure that they completed it. lack of communication was not appreciated in this situation."
Barbara S on November 2020
Excavation services FAQs
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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