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Avatar for Pipe Works Services Inc
Pipe Works Services Inc
33 River Rd
4.42(
170
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Approved Pro
Pipe Works Services Inc
33 River Rd
4.42(
170
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
264 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

Since 2000, we have built our reputation as one of Northern New Jersey’s most trusted experts for home comfort and efficiency. Improving the overall comfort and energy efficiency of your home is our #1 priority, and we believe we are the best. What sets us apart from other home energy contractors is that our team undergoes continuous extensive training that is unmatched by anyone in the industry. You can rest assured that we will perform the job right the first time around! With over 75 years of combined service experience, Pipe Works Services Inc. is a New Jersey Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, Water Conditioning, Insulation, Electrical, Installation, Drain Cleaning, Maintenance, Replacement company located in Morris County. Pipe Works will send you only the best technician or specialist to fix, replace or install your needs.

"They charge a $59 service fee, which would be reasonable if it were an indication of their pricing. Their low fee is a deceptive practice to get them in your home where they hit you with an exorbitant quote for doing the work requested. They know no one in their right mind would pay their base prices, so they have to rely on deception to drum up business. The owner will say, "every job is different" but he won't acknowledge that if he gives people an indication of his prices he'd never make the initial $59 dollars to begin with. I had a simple dishwasher install that I was struggling to do myself because of arthritis. They wanted $600 to hook up water, drainage, and connect three color coded electrical wires. Refused to budge on price, so I refused service. Then demanded the $59 service fee because he was an "expert" that came out and evaluated everything. In his "expert evaluation" he missed some corrosion on the copper water line that required me to replace it anyway. I would stay away from these crooks."

Jennifer F on October 2022

Since 2000, we have built our reputation as one of Northern New Jersey’s most trusted experts for home comfort and efficiency. Improving the overall comfort and energy efficiency of your home is our #1 priority, and we believe we are the best. What sets us apart from other home energy contractors is that our team undergoes continuous extensive training that is unmatched by anyone in the industry. You can rest assured that we will perform the job right the first time around! With over 75 years of combined service experience, Pipe Works Services Inc. is a New Jersey Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning, Water Conditioning, Insulation, Electrical, Installation, Drain Cleaning, Maintenance, Replacement company located in Morris County. Pipe Works will send you only the best technician or specialist to fix, replace or install your needs.

"They charge a $59 service fee, which would be reasonable if it were an indication of their pricing. Their low fee is a deceptive practice to get them in your home where they hit you with an exorbitant quote for doing the work requested. They know no one in their right mind would pay their base prices, so they have to rely on deception to drum up business. The owner will say, "every job is different" but he won't acknowledge that if he gives people an indication of his prices he'd never make the initial $59 dollars to begin with. I had a simple dishwasher install that I was struggling to do myself because of arthritis. They wanted $600 to hook up water, drainage, and connect three color coded electrical wires. Refused to budge on price, so I refused service. Then demanded the $59 service fee because he was an "expert" that came out and evaluated everything. In his "expert evaluation" he missed some corrosion on the copper water line that required me to replace it anyway. I would stay away from these crooks."

Jennifer F on October 2022


Excavating - Over 20 years experience - Plumbing -


Avatar for Slover Contracting, LLC
Slover Contracting, LLC
495 North Bridge St, Unit 6305
5.00(
2
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Slover Contracting, LLC
495 North Bridge St, Unit 6305
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"Business owner Kevin is both very professional and personable. He accommodated all our needs and would definitely recommend to anyone for a reliable contractor"

Jennifer S on October 2023

With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"Business owner Kevin is both very professional and personable. He accommodated all our needs and would definitely recommend to anyone for a reliable contractor"

Jennifer S on October 2023


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Eagle L Construction, LLC
20 Dudley St
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Eagle L Construction, LLC
20 Dudley St
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Eagle L construction 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. We are EAGLE. L Concrete Construction. We do all type of reparations and all type of cement works. We focus on granting quality work and on time. Our mission is to always satisfy the clients needs and finish a quality job. Our vision is to be clients first persons to call when ever they wish to make any improvements to their homes or build their foundations to a new home. We focus on sidewalks, pavers, patios, stone work, concrete, brick and more. Give us a call anytime

"They were very reliable, completed the job, they came when they said they would gonna come, polite and very quick in response to my request. They were great."

Vallerie T on August 2021

Eagle L construction 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. We are EAGLE. L Concrete Construction. We do all type of reparations and all type of cement works. We focus on granting quality work and on time. Our mission is to always satisfy the clients needs and finish a quality job. Our vision is to be clients first persons to call when ever they wish to make any improvements to their homes or build their foundations to a new home. We focus on sidewalks, pavers, patios, stone work, concrete, brick and more. Give us a call anytime

"They were very reliable, completed the job, they came when they said they would gonna come, polite and very quick in response to my request. They were great."

Vallerie T on August 2021


We are a fully insured excavating, landscaping and demolition contractor looking to serve all your needs.


Vanwingerden Enterprise
47 Augusta Hill Rd
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Vanwingerden Enterprise
47 Augusta Hill Rd
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Vanwingerden Enterprise! We always provide high quality work that produces an exceptional product. We pride ourselves on the relationships we build with all of our clients, and we cannot wait to hear from you. Call today!

Welcome to Vanwingerden Enterprise! We always provide high quality work that produces an exceptional product. We pride ourselves on the relationships we build with all of our clients, and we cannot wait to hear from you. Call today!


Avatar for Andres General Construccion
Andres General Construccion
121 Netherwood Ave
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Andres General Construccion
121 Netherwood Ave
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 4 years of experience, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Jonathan, Ernesto, and his Team did a great job renovating our stairs. As a first-time homebuyer, we wanted to renoâ our stairs and install metal railings. They acknowledged our concerns and answered our questions promptly. We love how our stairs and railings came out. 100% recommend these guys. I will contact them again for future projects."

Arnold M on December 2022

With 4 years of experience, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Jonathan, Ernesto, and his Team did a great job renovating our stairs. As a first-time homebuyer, we wanted to renoâ our stairs and install metal railings. They acknowledged our concerns and answered our questions promptly. We love how our stairs and railings came out. 100% recommend these guys. I will contact them again for future projects."

Arnold M on December 2022


BBL & C
1042 Prospect St
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
BBL & C
1042 Prospect St
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

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.

"They are good guys and do their job."

Ricky S on March 2020

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.

"They are good guys and do their job."

Ricky S on March 2020


Avatar for GSL Contracting, LLC
GSL Contracting, LLC
PO Box 123
4.75(
8
)
Approved Pro
GSL Contracting, LLC
PO Box 123
4.75(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
58 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with GSL Contracting LLC, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"GSL saved my husband and I from a dire situation. The week before Christmas, we found our basement full of sewage back-up, and had no idea what to do. After getting an astronomical quote from another company, we were distraught, and left feeling like we either needed to sell our home, or go into a huge amount of debt. Enter Bryan, Greg and the GSL team. They replaced our main sewage pipe for a fraction of the cost. While doing this, they found a leak in our main water line, and replaced that as well, and we were still WAY under the quote we got from the other guys. Their team, not only fixed any and all issues, but made us feel safe and taken care of every step of the way, including the insurance claim process. We cannot thank GSL enough, they truly saved us. If you are looking for trustworthy, extremely knowledgable and affordable contracting/plumbing look no further! They'll make you smile while your world is falling apart, and will work tirelessly to solve all of your problems."

Lynea G on March 2025

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with GSL Contracting LLC, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"GSL saved my husband and I from a dire situation. The week before Christmas, we found our basement full of sewage back-up, and had no idea what to do. After getting an astronomical quote from another company, we were distraught, and left feeling like we either needed to sell our home, or go into a huge amount of debt. Enter Bryan, Greg and the GSL team. They replaced our main sewage pipe for a fraction of the cost. While doing this, they found a leak in our main water line, and replaced that as well, and we were still WAY under the quote we got from the other guys. Their team, not only fixed any and all issues, but made us feel safe and taken care of every step of the way, including the insurance claim process. We cannot thank GSL enough, they truly saved us. If you are looking for trustworthy, extremely knowledgable and affordable contracting/plumbing look no further! They'll make you smile while your world is falling apart, and will work tirelessly to solve all of your problems."

Lynea G on March 2025


Avatar for Tito & Son Construction, LLC
Tito & Son Construction, LLC
115th Crampton Ave
4.93(
30
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Approved Pro
Tito & Son Construction, LLC
115th Crampton Ave
4.93(
30
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
54 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

With over 40 years experience in the construction industry, Tito & Son Construction is your industry expert in New Jersey and New York. 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!

"Amazing work! These guys came and within a few hours had the the gazebo fully assembled and drilled into the pavement. Zero error and took their time to make sure everything was straight an leveled. Very punctual, neat and responsible. Cannot wait to work with them again for future projects!"

Cheyla D on March 2025

With over 40 years experience in the construction industry, Tito & Son Construction is your industry expert in New Jersey and New York. 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!

"Amazing work! These guys came and within a few hours had the the gazebo fully assembled and drilled into the pavement. Zero error and took their time to make sure everything was straight an leveled. Very punctual, neat and responsible. Cannot wait to work with them again for future projects!"

Cheyla D on March 2025

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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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