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Dad's Home Repair & Excavation
4.3(
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Serving Plain City, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was Highly impressed with the detail in the work that Bob has done , not only my bathroom, my whole upstairs new floors painted as well , they got in did the job well and cleaned everything up to ."
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+8

Response time5 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Level-Up Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Plain City, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Alan was on time, very pleasant,respectful of my property, took great care to conform to my specifications, and did a good job. He cleaned up his work site when finished. In this age of slip shod workers, he was a refreshing and welcomed contractor. Thanks, Alan!"
Sequoia Studios
4.4(
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Serving Plain City, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Bennett of Sequoia Studios was extremely efficient and professional. My daughter is a student at OSU and was in need of a handyman. She had multiple projects that he was able to handle quickly and with expertise. He literally accomplished 5 small projects within 2 hours. We found his rates to be reasonable and reflective of the quality of work he provided. Would highly recommend to others. Thanks again Mark."
Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Safe Electric and Plumbing
4.6(
43
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Serving Plain City, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Guys showed up on time and quickly diagnosed and fixed problem. While here we discussed she and load on house panel and had them install a whole-house surge protector. I had a post house get toasted by a lightning strike so seemed prudent given electronics in house."
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+11

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Apex Plumbing, Heating and Air Pros
3.9(
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Serving Plain City, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job with the repair. We had an extra cost involved but I was informed prior to the start of the job that this may be the case as the job was to repair a crack in the old cast iron pipe. The extra cost was absolutely necessary and with an older home, I was expecting the worst-case scenario! Turns out the extra cost was VERY affordable! The gentleman explained in detail what was going to be done and how much the cost would be. I sincerely appreciate their honesty1"
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+22

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Long General Maintence
3.7(
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Serving Plain City, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Hired Longs General Maintenance to come plow my driveway. They did a great job and were very friendly and easy to work with! Definitely would recommend for anybody who needs snow removal."
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Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Plain City, OH

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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