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Avatar for Nicholson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
Nicholson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
71 Whitney Street
4.54(
560
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Nicholson Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
71 Whitney Street
4.54(
560
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
74 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is the company of choice for all your plumbing, heating and air conditioning repair and replacement needs. Our commitment is to you, our customer, and to provide you with outstanding plumbing and HVAC service. You can rest assured with our 100% satisfaction guarantee, 24-hour emergency service, solid warranty and highly trained technicians. Serving the Metro West, MA's service and installation needs. Fully Licensed in MA Plumbing and Gas Fitting. Lic# 30207. Universal EPA Certified & 410A Certified. Fully Insured. Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning offers a 5% senior discount on service repairs.

"Went very well and got more information than with other companies."

Susan H on April 2025

Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is the company of choice for all your plumbing, heating and air conditioning repair and replacement needs. Our commitment is to you, our customer, and to provide you with outstanding plumbing and HVAC service. You can rest assured with our 100% satisfaction guarantee, 24-hour emergency service, solid warranty and highly trained technicians. Serving the Metro West, MA's service and installation needs. Fully Licensed in MA Plumbing and Gas Fitting. Lic# 30207. Universal EPA Certified & 410A Certified. Fully Insured. Nicholson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning offers a 5% senior discount on service repairs.

"Went very well and got more information than with other companies."

Susan H on April 2025


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Pioneer Basement
31 Sanford Rd
4.50(
249
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Pioneer Basement
31 Sanford Rd
4.50(
249
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
70 local quotes requested
41 years of experience

Additional service area - Cohasset, Fitchburg, Worcester, portions of Chelsea-Saugus, Chelmsford Counties. South Shore & Cape Cod and All of Rhode Island. Family owned and operated since 1984. Additional email - info@pioneerbasement.com. Additional phone - (800) 439-0788. Additional DBA - Pioneer Basement Waterproofing Inc.

"Went well. pumps replaced"

Esther H on August 2022

Additional service area - Cohasset, Fitchburg, Worcester, portions of Chelsea-Saugus, Chelmsford Counties. South Shore & Cape Cod and All of Rhode Island. Family owned and operated since 1984. Additional email - info@pioneerbasement.com. Additional phone - (800) 439-0788. Additional DBA - Pioneer Basement Waterproofing Inc.

"Went well. pumps replaced"

Esther H on August 2022


Avatar for D J Morris Contracting Co Inc
D J Morris Contracting Co Inc
P.O. Box 778
4.91(
23
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D J Morris Contracting Co Inc
P.O. Box 778
4.91(
23
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 years of experience

Owner operated, Serving local residents for over 30 years, with our 8 employees, we work with engineers and town boards of Health to install qualified Title 5 Septic Systems. We are able to take you effortlessly through the whole process, from test holes to reseeding. We offer free estimates and competitive pricing. Additional website - www.trustthisbiz.com/djmorris_contracting. Additional DBA - DJ Morris Conracting Company.

Owner operated, Serving local residents for over 30 years, with our 8 employees, we work with engineers and town boards of Health to install qualified Title 5 Septic Systems. We are able to take you effortlessly through the whole process, from test holes to reseeding. We offer free estimates and competitive pricing. Additional website - www.trustthisbiz.com/djmorris_contracting. Additional DBA - DJ Morris Conracting Company.


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NorthEast Classic Engineering
42 Sylvan Dr
3.80(
5
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NorthEast Classic Engineering
42 Sylvan Dr
3.80(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
139 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

North­East Clas­sic Engi­neer­ing is a septic engineering company. We offers a free consultation service to Massachusetts home owners if you are having trouble with your septic system or tank.

"James assisted us with the FOG Estimation report and the Engineer letter. The town was satisfied with the letter and granted us the approvals. He is highly skilled at providing assistance according to the town and landlord requirements, and you will never receive a counterquestion when seeking his help"

Amar Roa N on March 2025

North­East Clas­sic Engi­neer­ing is a septic engineering company. We offers a free consultation service to Massachusetts home owners if you are having trouble with your septic system or tank.

"James assisted us with the FOG Estimation report and the Engineer letter. The town was satisfied with the letter and granted us the approvals. He is highly skilled at providing assistance according to the town and landlord requirements, and you will never receive a counterquestion when seeking his help"

Amar Roa N on March 2025


Junk Ease
18 Shirley Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Junk Ease
18 Shirley Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 5 years of experience in the Wellesley industry, Junk Ease is your industry expert in Wellesley. 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!

With over 5 years of experience in the Wellesley industry, Junk Ease is your industry expert in Wellesley. 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!


Barry Building Company, LLC
22 Eames Lane
4.94(
8
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Barry Building Company, LLC
22 Eames Lane
4.94(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

At Barry Building Company LLC , our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

"Tim was great with communication and efficient with getting the job well done!"

Michael L on September 2024

At Barry Building Company LLC , our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote.

"Tim was great with communication and efficient with getting the job well done!"

Michael L on September 2024


Avatar for GTL Forest Products
GTL Forest Products
PO Box 10
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
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GTL Forest Products
PO Box 10
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
30 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to GTL Forest Products! With over 35 years in the industry, we specialize in land clearing and tree removal. Our equipped team has the professionalism, reliability, and experience to help you with your next project so call us for a free quote!

Welcome to GTL Forest Products! With over 35 years in the industry, we specialize in land clearing and tree removal. Our equipped team has the professionalism, reliability, and experience to help you with your next project so call us for a free quote!


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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.
7000 Homestead Blvd Unit 112
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.
7000 Homestead Blvd Unit 112
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. 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.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. 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.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023


Avatar for Eduardo's Construction & Paving
Eduardo's Construction & Paving
393 Summers Street
4.73(
49
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Approved Pro
Eduardo's Construction & Paving
393 Summers Street
4.73(
49
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
100 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

We offer only the best quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize all phases of commercial and residential asphalt services. We are committed to quality work, outstanding results and are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"They were accommodating to work with, and the owner listened to what I wanted at my property. "

Lesley M on April 2025

We offer only the best quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize all phases of commercial and residential asphalt services. We are committed to quality work, outstanding results and are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"They were accommodating to work with, and the owner listened to what I wanted at my property. "

Lesley M on April 2025


DP Clark Inc.
300 Park St
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
DP Clark Inc.
300 Park St
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

DP Clark Inc. has been dedicated to this craft for over 30 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!

DP Clark Inc. has been dedicated to this craft for over 30 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!

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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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