Dirtworks by Johnston, LLC is your local excavation and demolition contractor in Blair, Centre and surrounding counties. Our vision at DirtWorks, is to provide our clients with total satisfaction and superior quality on each project. It is our desire that the first project we complete for you, makes you a lifelong customer. We want to be the company you tell others about! Check out our website at www.dirtworksbyjohnston.com to see pictures and videos of some of the projects we completed.
"They were very professional and got to my brush hogging job right away. They responded very quickly and did a fantastic job. Highly recommended."
Elizabeth H on July 2021
Dirtworks by Johnston, LLC is your local excavation and demolition contractor in Blair, Centre and surrounding counties. Our vision at DirtWorks, is to provide our clients with total satisfaction and superior quality on each project. It is our desire that the first project we complete for you, makes you a lifelong customer. We want to be the company you tell others about! Check out our website at www.dirtworksbyjohnston.com to see pictures and videos of some of the projects we completed.
"They were very professional and got to my brush hogging job right away. They responded very quickly and did a fantastic job. Highly recommended."
Elizabeth H on July 2021
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Stemler Services LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.
"Jackson did an excellent job finishing up a land clearing project and rough grading for me. Jackson?s communication was excellent and professional throughout the entire project. I would recommend Jackson to anyone and will definitely be hiring him for future projects."
Dylan M on March 2025
We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Stemler Services LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.
"Jackson did an excellent job finishing up a land clearing project and rough grading for me. Jackson?s communication was excellent and professional throughout the entire project. I would recommend Jackson to anyone and will definitely be hiring him for future projects."
Dylan M on March 2025
We specialize in electrical BUT we do carpentry, framing, excavation work and all those home repairs that have that ‘HONEY DO LIST” growing out of control. Click here to review all of the services offered. There are too many services to list so if you don’t see the service you’re looking for please call to discuss. There are no projects too small! With over 25 years of combined experience, we operate with a commitment to quality workmanship, competitive prices, and a guarantee of our service.
We specialize in electrical BUT we do carpentry, framing, excavation work and all those home repairs that have that ‘HONEY DO LIST” growing out of control. Click here to review all of the services offered. There are too many services to list so if you don’t see the service you’re looking for please call to discuss. There are no projects too small! With over 25 years of combined experience, we operate with a commitment to quality workmanship, competitive prices, and a guarantee of our service.
Meeting YOUR needs Year Round. Fully licensed and insured. Serving Central PA since 2011.
"Awful. Absolutely awful. We hired them for an insurance claim. The job was extremely sloppy. The drywall is uneven and chunky. There was paint splatter on my floor that no one felt the need to clean up. There was a spot on my floor that was supposed to be fixed under the carpeting. It was never fixed and I paid out of pocket to have that carpeting replaced and that floor fixed. the padding was never replaced under that section of carpet either and I paid for that too!! When I brought it up to the owner, I receive no response. I have called and left voicemails, my wife has called and left voicemails. I even contacted the restoration company who hired these goons, and they are just passing us off to the owner like it's all his fault. NO you hired an incompetent contractor. He has been to small claims court before, he may be going there again if this issue isn't resolved."
Ed W on February 2024
Meeting YOUR needs Year Round. Fully licensed and insured. Serving Central PA since 2011.
"Awful. Absolutely awful. We hired them for an insurance claim. The job was extremely sloppy. The drywall is uneven and chunky. There was paint splatter on my floor that no one felt the need to clean up. There was a spot on my floor that was supposed to be fixed under the carpeting. It was never fixed and I paid out of pocket to have that carpeting replaced and that floor fixed. the padding was never replaced under that section of carpet either and I paid for that too!! When I brought it up to the owner, I receive no response. I have called and left voicemails, my wife has called and left voicemails. I even contacted the restoration company who hired these goons, and they are just passing us off to the owner like it's all his fault. NO you hired an incompetent contractor. He has been to small claims court before, he may be going there again if this issue isn't resolved."
Ed W on February 2024
10+ Years Experience Located in Centre Hall Pa Providing our Customers in and Surrounding Areas with a Quality Service at a fair price. Call us for a Free Estimate and Evaluation. Fully Insured. HIC#PA 117527
"It went very well. They did a real good job finding and repairing leaks in my roof, replacing defective gutters and downspouts. They then did a project to add drainage pipes front and rear. Reshaped the land and brought in topsoil to ensure that water runs away from the house instead of into it. I am very pleased and am hiring them to do additional projects. They are courteous, prompt and stand behind their work."
Alan W on September 2018
10+ Years Experience Located in Centre Hall Pa Providing our Customers in and Surrounding Areas with a Quality Service at a fair price. Call us for a Free Estimate and Evaluation. Fully Insured. HIC#PA 117527
"It went very well. They did a real good job finding and repairing leaks in my roof, replacing defective gutters and downspouts. They then did a project to add drainage pipes front and rear. Reshaped the land and brought in topsoil to ensure that water runs away from the house instead of into it. I am very pleased and am hiring them to do additional projects. They are courteous, prompt and stand behind their work."
Alan W on September 2018
Welcome to Sam's Backhoe Service! Sam's Backhoe Service takes pride in its work. We also have been serving The Mifflin and Juniata county area for many years. We do excavating for sand mounds & convential septic tanks. We also haul stone, general hauling and logging roads. Our services include: • Foundations • Logging roads • Grading • Septic tank and drain fields • Water lines • Utilities • Stone and topsoil hauling Call us today for a quote. We want to take care of all your excavating needs.Thank you for visiting Sam's Backhoe Service profile page.
Welcome to Sam's Backhoe Service! Sam's Backhoe Service takes pride in its work. We also have been serving The Mifflin and Juniata county area for many years. We do excavating for sand mounds & convential septic tanks. We also haul stone, general hauling and logging roads. Our services include: • Foundations • Logging roads • Grading • Septic tank and drain fields • Water lines • Utilities • Stone and topsoil hauling Call us today for a quote. We want to take care of all your excavating needs.Thank you for visiting Sam's Backhoe Service profile page.
In 2005, Brian J. Owens founded a small excavating company. First contracting with local Clearfield builders, the company has grown over the years and expanded. We are currently serving central Pennsylvania in Centre, Clearfield, Jefferson, Blair, and Huntington Counties. We offer a wide range of excavating services including, demolitions, snow control, septic services, and much more.
"Wonderfully done work from very stand up guys. The crew is personable and works quickly. Everything that was needed was done and comes at a good cost. We are very happy with the results and would recommend anyone needing any excavation work to go with Brian. All piping looks great, and they did a lot of work in the time that they were here."
Florence W on September 2021
In 2005, Brian J. Owens founded a small excavating company. First contracting with local Clearfield builders, the company has grown over the years and expanded. We are currently serving central Pennsylvania in Centre, Clearfield, Jefferson, Blair, and Huntington Counties. We offer a wide range of excavating services including, demolitions, snow control, septic services, and much more.
"Wonderfully done work from very stand up guys. The crew is personable and works quickly. Everything that was needed was done and comes at a good cost. We are very happy with the results and would recommend anyone needing any excavation work to go with Brian. All piping looks great, and they did a lot of work in the time that they were here."
Florence W on September 2021
Landscaping & Hardscaping.
Landscaping & Hardscaping.
Rineholt's Landscaping was started in April of 2007. We are based out of York, PA. Rineholt's Landscaping offers a wide range of services and equipment in order to better meet the needs of our local communities. We serve Adams, Bedford, Blair, Centre, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Mifflin, Perry, & York Counties in Pennsylvania & Northern parts of Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford, Washington,(Oakwood & Conewingo Areas only in Northwest Cecil County ) in Maryland. Rineholt's Landscaping does Commercial & Residential work. We recently added an office in Huntingdon, Pa in November, 2008. On our behalf as Rineholt’s Landscaping, it is our goal to be able to provide quality services to not just general contractors, but also to many local businesses & individuals. We do FREE ESTIMATES & IS FULLY INSURED. Rineholt’s Landscaping helping our customers eliminate the search for multiple contractors by offering heavy equipment, materials and labor all in one company. You may reach us by email or calling us. York, Pa. (717) 654 - 0733 Huntingdon, Pa (814) 251 - 3739 rineholts_landscaping@yahoo.com Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor Registration Number: PA021873
Rineholt's Landscaping was started in April of 2007. We are based out of York, PA. Rineholt's Landscaping offers a wide range of services and equipment in order to better meet the needs of our local communities. We serve Adams, Bedford, Blair, Centre, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Mifflin, Perry, & York Counties in Pennsylvania & Northern parts of Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford, Washington,(Oakwood & Conewingo Areas only in Northwest Cecil County ) in Maryland. Rineholt's Landscaping does Commercial & Residential work. We recently added an office in Huntingdon, Pa in November, 2008. On our behalf as Rineholt’s Landscaping, it is our goal to be able to provide quality services to not just general contractors, but also to many local businesses & individuals. We do FREE ESTIMATES & IS FULLY INSURED. Rineholt’s Landscaping helping our customers eliminate the search for multiple contractors by offering heavy equipment, materials and labor all in one company. You may reach us by email or calling us. York, Pa. (717) 654 - 0733 Huntingdon, Pa (814) 251 - 3739 rineholts_landscaping@yahoo.com Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor Registration Number: PA021873
For many years I was a sub-contractor for a siding installation company. Over the years I began acquiring small jobs from relationships built during that time. I recently decided to venture out on my own and launched Haldeman’s Construction. Free estimates, licensed, insured, Over 17 years experience. Member of these reputable organizations are Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce, Chambersburg Downtown Buy Local, Franklin County Landlord Association. Certifications & Licensing: Pennsylvania Attorney General Licensing, EPA Lead Paint Certification, Mic Starr Insurance.
"They were very professional, cleaned up after their work, and we are very happy with the outcome of the jobs that they did. The team does quality work and we would highly recommend them."
David B on September 2018
For many years I was a sub-contractor for a siding installation company. Over the years I began acquiring small jobs from relationships built during that time. I recently decided to venture out on my own and launched Haldeman’s Construction. Free estimates, licensed, insured, Over 17 years experience. Member of these reputable organizations are Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce, Chambersburg Downtown Buy Local, Franklin County Landlord Association. Certifications & Licensing: Pennsylvania Attorney General Licensing, EPA Lead Paint Certification, Mic Starr Insurance.
"They were very professional, cleaned up after their work, and we are very happy with the outcome of the jobs that they did. The team does quality work and we would highly recommend them."
David B on September 2018
Renting an excavator with a professional operator costs more than renting equipment only, reflecting the added value of skilled labor. This arrangement eliminates the learning curve associated with machine operation and transfers liability to the service provider. For homeowners without experience with heavy equipment, the additional expense often proves worthwhile through increased efficiency and a reduced risk of property damage or personal injury.
Residential foundation work often requires a medium-sized excavator with sufficient digging depth and power to handle the project effectively. These machines offer the necessary capabilities without the excessive costs of larger models. When selecting equipment, consider both the foundation dimensions and site access limitations. The appropriate bucket width is also important—wider buckets move more material quickly, while narrower options provide greater precision in confined spaces.
Equipment rental requires some form of liability coverage. While some homeowners' insurance policies extend to rented equipment, many do not provide adequate protection. Rental companies offer insurance options or require proof of appropriate coverage before releasing equipment. Coverage requirements and costs vary based on the equipment value and project scope, making it essential to verify your protection before beginning work.
While formal certification isn't always mandatory for equipment rental, operating an excavator safely requires proper training. Most rental companies provide basic operational instructions, but expect renters to have some familiarity with heavy machinery. Depending on your location and project type, local regulations may require specific certifications or permits. Research your area's requirements before renting to ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations.
Securing your equipment reservation well in advance of your project start date is advisable, particularly during the construction season. A two-week advance booking is recommended to ensure availability of your preferred machine type and size. During slower periods, shorter notice may be acceptable, but early planning provides greater flexibility and peace of mind. Some rental companies offer scheduling priority to customers who book further in advance.