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Avatar for Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
4.9(
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Serving Zion, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are new homeowners and had a hole in our septic tank made of concrete block, which was sending wastewater into the foundation/basement of the home. It was my first time using Angie's List, and I would recommend Illinois Sewer and Drain to anyone. Joe and his team of experts solved our issue immediately at an affordable price. They even went above and beyond to install a sump pump in our basement to help with the rain water. Quality work!!"
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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T&K Builders LLC
3.9(
7
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Serving Zion, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"contacted T&K Builders after discovering mold in my exterior wall, and their response was immediate and professional. The team quickly demolished the affected area and installed the necessary structural supports to safely hold the roof. Everyone on site worked efficiently, communicated clearly, and maintained a high level of professionalism throughout the process. They kept the site clean, protected materials from the elements, and were extremely organized—especially important since we received over four inches of snow the following day. From start to finish, the experience was seamless and stress-free. Their attention to detail, workmanship, and respect for the property truly set them apart. I would absolutely recommend T&K Builders for any future projects and would not hesitate to call them again."
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LEVERNIER ENTERPRISE INC
New to Angi

Serving Zion, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

\nLEVERNIER ENTERPRISE INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. 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' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Lincoln Sewer & Drainage
4.8(
640
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Serving Zion, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

"Great! They were unable to get all the way to the street from the catch basin. It was suggested I add a sewer clean out assure all the roots were gone and make it easier for future cleaning. This was suggested in the past, by another company , but the cost was out of sight. This company was very fair in price for both the cleaning (which included the inspection with the camera) and for the clean out installation."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Crawlspace / Basement Waterproofing Solution
4.4(
256
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Serving Zion, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brian and his crew returned to my building on a warranty followup- their previous work done wonders for my flooding problems, but my foundation walls are apparently made of swiss cheese and there was one small seepage problem remaining which only shows up during a "100 year rain event".  Brian indicated that they go for 100%, not 99% and scheduled time to come back out to my building to address the issue under the warranty (a.k.a. free of charge) from the original work.  They came back out, dug up the foundation again, and found a crack hidden behind an old hasty concrete patching job that had been tarred over, which was determined to be causing the remaining seepage.  They repaired the crack and were done with the whole task in only hours.  I am a repeat customer, and can't say enough good things about Crawlspace and Basement Waterproofing solutions, they are friendly, helpful, and most of all, stand behind their work!
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Midwest Spray Coatings A Perfect Crawlspace
4.7(
193
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Serving Zion, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"So far they did mold clean up and draining system  in crawlspace. No problems. Will review remaining work once finished.  Good company to work with. Stuck with schedule and finished the work on time.

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Exposed stone foundation
Foundation repair and insulation
Polyurea Coating
Ineffective fiberglass
Repairs to Foundation - Same Day

+16

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Reliable Basement Services LLC
4.7(
208
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Serving Zion, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dominick was the estimator and he was very thorough and clear in everything he discussed or proposed. He took plenty of time to hear our information and thoughts, then study the basement on his own. He proposed a full-perimeter drain tile system and pump for our large crawl space, and a separate adjacent three-sided drain tile system and pump for the basement. This made sense because the crawl space seemed to be the main access for floodwater. In addition, he proposed some outside digging at the points where two additions joined the original house (the front porch, which was converted into a front room; and a large back addition) to be sure that the old brick foundation was not open to water at those construction points. Reliable Basement's bid was very competitive and their proposal was sensible and detailed. They were our second choice, and I am sure they could have done just as fabulous a job as we realized."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Windy City Rooter Inc
4.2(
73
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Serving Zion, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an excellent experience with Windy City Rooter. Max (the owner) and his son came to my house to diagnose the problem and give a free estimate. Unlike with other "big name" companies, I felt comfortable with their diagnosis. Windy City Rooter sends actual licensed plumbers to your house and not uneducated salesmen guessing what the problem is and trying to sell you expensive sump pumps or experimental fixes. Although the diagnosis was not good (we had a blocked overhead sewer with a leak in our basement), Max was huge help in making the ordeal as painless as possible. He explained the entire process of replacing our sewer, including city construction codes, digging, replacing pipe, sealing walls, and clean up. Windy City Rooter does all their own work, they don't contract out anyone else (one of Max's sons is in charge of the excavating). Therefore they know everything that is going to get done, how much it will cost, and how long it will take. They dug up the sewer, replaced it, sealed our walls, and cleaned up all in one day as I was at work. Max was phone call or text away, keeping me updated on the entire process. In addition he also helped by talking directly to our insurance adjuster to ensure we could get some money for the damages. Windy City Rooter is a highly experienced family run business and it is obvious that their goal is to make the customer happy. I will use them for all my future plumbing needs."
Western Springs - Leak Repair in Foundation
Western Springs - Leak Repair in Foundation
Western Springs - Leak Repair in Foundation
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Mastercat Inc
4.6(
187
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Serving Zion, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Master cat company did an outstanding job.  The were both professional and respectful of the home we were living in while this project was being done.  They were very contentious of us and our home.  They covered their boots with booties and laid down runners to help protect our carpet,  even though it is old carpet. They were polite and answers any question I had along the way. They moved all of the furniture that needed to be moved to complete the project and set up containments to contain any containments from spreading through the house while they worked. 

First they removed drywall that had mold on it in the upstairs bedrooms and replaced the drywall with mold resistant drywall.  They then matched the texture that was on the rest of the wall and drywall and painted it to finish it.

They then removed all of the insulation in the attic because it had gotten wet (the root of the problem) and treated the underside of the roof boards to kill the mold and also heap vacuumed it off.  The attic was then encapsulated to seal and prevent any future problems.

They installed new baffles between every truss for better air flow from the soffit vents and installed new insulation (higher R-value than what we had)

Master Cat was not the cheapest company that we got a quote from but they were doing the most to correct the problem and prevent future problems.  I felt most comfortable with them to fix the problem correctly.

I was not sure if they would come to the Milwaukee area since they are out of Northern Ill. but this was not a problem for them at all and they were very punctual.

I would use them again without a doubt.  I have already referred others to them.
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FAQs for excavation projects in Zion, IL

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.

The Zion, IL homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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