Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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"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."
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
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"Nate and Richard did an excellent job draining the oil and removing the oil tank from my basement. Very neat, courteous and fast."
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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"The work was performed perfectly with attention to detail and sweeping of the patio below the site where the oil tank was uncovered, filled with sand and buried with fresh soil."
Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 1991
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Emergency services offered
"I hired ETS to remove an old oil tank under my porch. They did it quickly, without complications."
Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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Offers commercial services
"Erick and folks performed the work in a professional and efficient manner."
Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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Credit card accepted
"Rema was great - He helped me caulk a tub and install a new sump pump. He spent hours at my house and was very detail oriented. Highly recommend."
Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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"Great communication, professional, friendly and fast. Will use again if we need further paint work."
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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"They brought in soil to fill in where trees were taken down and where the stumps were ground down. They filled in with dirt, top soil and grass seed."
Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Customers say: Quality work
"Showed up on time. Worked furiously. Removed fallen sticks before mulching. Cleaned up when done job. Broomed walks and drive where mulch was. Didn't harm existing grass with wheelbarrow. Had own tools. Preformed minor weeding as requested. Cleaned up some Christmas lights even though he didn't have to."
Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 1959
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Offers commercial services
"First class all the way! Professional, highly competent and fair. Will recommend John to anyone I know. I had a well leak and a prior firm came out and gave me an outrageous quote for a solution that would not have addressed the problem. I reached out to Conex to do excavation to better assess the problem and not only did he get out quickly to do the excavation he was also able to diagnose and fix the issue at a lower cost."
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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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