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Old Skool HVAC, LLC
4.8(
238
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Serving Plymouth Meeting, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Project was install a new water heater. what a great group of service people. Pleasure to have in my house. Knew what to do, explained what they were doing so to educate me to make intelligent decisions on the work. Gave me heads up on any future problems they saw. Clean up afterwards, no surprises and great prices. Would call them first to work on any project that needed to be done. These are the kind of service people you want doing your work. They are more than welcome to stop by anytime even to just at hello."
 92% Airtemp Furnace
 92% Natural Gas Furnace W/3 ton a/c System
Response time6 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Greenstone Gardens
4.8(
21
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Serving Plymouth Meeting, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very professional and excellent craftsmanship. Always prompt, great cleanup fair prices. I would highly recommend their work and an eye for detail. Would hire again without reservations. Ed Y"
Devon Stone Patio
Existing Concrete Before
E.P. Henry Old Towne Cobble Walkway
Overview of Patio
Driveway Before

+36

Response time1 day
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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J&N concrete & excavation LLC
4.8(
5
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Serving Plymouth Meeting, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis and crew took a dilapidated wall and recycled all material in the installation. Came out great! He's also completed other concrete and retaining wall work for me and my company. Highly recommend!"
New Back yard
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

+1

27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DAVID ERB CONTRACTORS
5.0(
1
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Serving Plymouth Meeting, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired these guys and it was an amazing Experience. They were on time on budget and varies respected They were also very good for communication throughout this project I would highly recommend to anybody"
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Affordable Handyman
5.0(
2
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Serving Plymouth Meeting, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a great experience with this handyman. Very affordable, professional, and reliable. He showed up on time, explained what needed to be done clearly, and finished the job quickly without cutting corners. The quality of work was excellent, especially for the price. It?s hard to find someone honest and skilled these days, but this is definitely someone I?d recommend and hire again."
Cutting board display
Built in bookcase
Built in bookcase
Shoe closet
Shoe closet

+1

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FAQs for excavation projects in Plymouth Meeting, PA

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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