Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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"Edge landscaping and excavation did a Fantastic job filling in my pool pricing was good I will work with him in the future for more projects"
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Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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Emergency services offered
"Will work with them again!"
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Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2006
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"John was a very nice guy. He was knowledgeable and made me feel at ease using him. I did get one price just below John's, but went with him. I would use John in the future and highly reccomend him to anyone who can use his service. We ran in to a problem that had nothing to do with John and he worked with us and went above and beyond to get that problem fixed. I can't say enough good things about my experience with John."
Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1999
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Emergency services offered
"I found a surprise abandoned UST when excavating my front yard for a carport. After spending weeks online researching, reading horror stories, and becoming more panicked and confused I narrowed prospective candidates down to 4 companies and began the vetting process. I spoke with Shelley at Alternative Petroleum and immediately clicked with her. She answered all of my preliminary questions, clearing up some fact vs. fiction I had read online, and had a confidence in her manner was very reassuring. I didn't wait to get all estimates because I made my decision to go with Alternative Petroleum after our conversation. Was I ever right! Maria, Shelly, Dominique and Sal were very responsive in answering all of my questions and explaining the process in detail. They returned my calls right away and always exhibited patience and a bit of much-appreciated stress-relieving humor. Sal was on-site at 8am with his crew - all very professional, respectful, hard working guys - and they quickly got the tank pulled from my extremely tight space without damaging anything (retaining wall and paved walkway). My neighbors even commented on how clean and efficient they were. This is a family-owned business and you get the feeling they really like working together and enjoy what they do. Sal's phone never stopped ringing and I can see why. Each person involved with the business is extremely knowledgeable, honest, and professional. I had encountered so much conflicting information online and from the different companies I spoke with that I was braced for the process to be a nightmare. Thanks to Sal and Company I was wrong! I'm incredibly grateful I found them. I can recommend Alternative Petroleum without hesitation, they are THE BEST!!!"
Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
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"They were very friendly, arrived on time, and cleaned up!"
Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1999
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"It's very hard in the poconos to have someone even call you back. We called pro Joe's They responded immediately we had storm damage they were there the next day ready to work replace our entire roof left the property spotless nice people easy to work with and the price was great. Highly recommended"
Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1990
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"Did excellent job finding the problem with oil burner and repairing it in timely manner and reasonable pricing."
Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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"Dan and crew did fantastic job. Total jobs were in ground pool install, concrete sidewalks, pavers, steps and excavation work"
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Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
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Been doing this my whole life From excavating to landscaping to nursery work, you got it! 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' interested, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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Small jobs welcome
"He was very professional and respectful. He knew exactly what to do and got right to work. I have found my handyman!"
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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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