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Avatar for Herlich Hauling & Transport
Herlich Hauling & Transport
5.0(
86
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Serving Cockeysville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Herlich hauling was quick and reasonable. He completed the job with ease. He called and scheduled the same day job performance which worked out perfect. I will recommend his service and calling them again. Thanks Mike."
deck demolition
deck demolition
in ground pool demo
in ground pool demo
CVS office kiosk removal

+27

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Ace Environmental Holdings, LLC
4.9(
161
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Serving Cockeysville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"PRICE WAS GOOD. I HAD THEM FOR AN 8AM APPOINTMENT BUT THEY CANCELLED IN THE MORNING AND HAD TO COME BACK AT NOON. WASTED A WHOLE DAY. BUT THEY GOT THE JOB DONE. THEY DIDN'T CLEAN UP THE BASEMENT AREA AS I HAD HOPED."
Company-Owned Equipment
Upper Marlboro, MD
Fuel transfer
Removed oil tank
New AST installation

+67

Response time11 hrs
173 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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J4 Outdoors Property Services
4.9(
46
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Serving Cockeysville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take pride in reliability, communication, integrity, and quality craftsmanship. Our team is made up of experienced professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional results on every project, big or small. We value our customers’ time and trust, and we approach each job with a commitment to doing things the right way — the first time.\n\nAs experts in our trade, we take the time to ensure you understand your project from start to finish, providing transparency and guidance every step of the way. Whether the task involves a repair, renovation, installation, or ongoing maintenance, we aim to exceed expectations and build lasting relationships through hard work and honest service.\n\nWe look forward to the opportunity to earn your business and become your trusted partner for all your home improvement needs\n

Curb side pick up
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Wayside Landscaping, LLC
4.4(
49
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Serving Cockeysville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dominic responded the same day when I went through Angie. Within 24 hours he came to review the project and I had the estimate that afternoon. The price was reasonable and was scheduled within a week to start. Landscaping included 2 large flower beds in front of house that was overgrown with weeds. Dominic and his crew started from scratch removing rocks and digging out the weeds. Then replanted beautiful flowers and other plants. 100% pleased with their work! Would highly recommend!"
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
99 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ridley's Landscaping LLC
4.7(
15
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Serving Cockeysville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Najee and his team worked masterfully to repair our patio. They worked late on day 2 to finish our job in 2 days instead of the 3 days they had planned. They restored our 100 year old patio to its original beauty. Each worker was professional, paying great attention to detail. Najee stayed in contact to let me know when they would arrive. I highly recommend these young craftsmen."
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+24

Recommended by60%of homeowners
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A&C Plumbing and Heating
5.0(
8
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Serving Cockeysville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a 15 year old gas tankless water heater that wasn't firing up. Other guy was telling me it needed to be replaced and was looking at 4,000 dollar bill. Called A & C and Chris found it was a flue issue and fixed the leak. Haven't had a problem since. Very professional and trustworthy. Highly recommend these guys"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Cockeysville, MD

Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.

When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.

Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.

If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.

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