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Douglas O Kent Excavating
2042 Baltimore Pike
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Douglas O Kent Excavating
2042 Baltimore Pike
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44 years of experience

I’ve been an in-demand Excavating Contractor in East Berlin, Pennsylvania since 1981. I have the know-how to tackle everything from the smallest of repairs to large-scale projects. No matter the size of the job. I always work hard to ensure my clients are completely satisfied with my work. Call to schedule an initial consultation today. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

I’ve been an in-demand Excavating Contractor in East Berlin, Pennsylvania since 1981. I have the know-how to tackle everything from the smallest of repairs to large-scale projects. No matter the size of the job. I always work hard to ensure my clients are completely satisfied with my work. Call to schedule an initial consultation today. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!


D and H Paving
13582 Cearfoss Pike
4.29(
14
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D and H Paving
13582 Cearfoss Pike
4.29(
14
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Customers say: Quick response
45 years of experience

D & H Paving has proudly paved the way for over 35 years. Serving all of Maryland, northern Virginia, West Virginia and southern Pennsylvania, D & H Paving is family owned and operated by brothers Henry, John, Pat, Sean and Danny Carroll. Our father started the company and we learned everything we know from him, a true expert in the industry. You can benefit from our expertise and experience by hiring D & H Paving for your next paving, grading, resurfacing, seal coating, asphalt, hot tar or excavation project. Contact us today for a free estimate. Additional email - dannycarroll1@gmail.com. Additional phone - (301) 524-6378.

"The project was planned and executed perfectly! I asked them yesterday while they were at a neighbor's house to quote my driveway. They gave me a very fair price and showed up this morning when they said they would, the crew was great, and the work was top notch!"

Harry C on August 2024

D & H Paving has proudly paved the way for over 35 years. Serving all of Maryland, northern Virginia, West Virginia and southern Pennsylvania, D & H Paving is family owned and operated by brothers Henry, John, Pat, Sean and Danny Carroll. Our father started the company and we learned everything we know from him, a true expert in the industry. You can benefit from our expertise and experience by hiring D & H Paving for your next paving, grading, resurfacing, seal coating, asphalt, hot tar or excavation project. Contact us today for a free estimate. Additional email - dannycarroll1@gmail.com. Additional phone - (301) 524-6378.

"The project was planned and executed perfectly! I asked them yesterday while they were at a neighbor's house to quote my driveway. They gave me a very fair price and showed up this morning when they said they would, the crew was great, and the work was top notch!"

Harry C on August 2024


Bobcatt Solutions LLC
12901 Gearhart Road
5.00(
2
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Bobcatt Solutions LLC
12901 Gearhart Road
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Bobcatt Solutions LLC is a multi generation family operated business.

Bobcatt Solutions LLC is a multi generation family operated business.


Dr. Handyman, Inc.
121 Bester Street
No reviews
Dr. Handyman, Inc.
121 Bester Street
No reviews
27 years of experience

Dr. Handyman is a family own business based in Hagerstown, MD. We pride ourselves on being Dependable, Reputable and Personable. We are staffed and equipped to handle most any project.

Dr. Handyman is a family own business based in Hagerstown, MD. We pride ourselves on being Dependable, Reputable and Personable. We are staffed and equipped to handle most any project.


Seven Six Two Removal
225 Rubens Cir
4.20(
5
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Seven Six Two Removal
225 Rubens Cir
4.20(
5
)
Customers say: Terrific value
9 years of experience

A Veteran Owned Demolition and Removal Services company. Started by Owner Matthew Hull a 8 year Marine Corps Veteran. We Cover Demolition, Removal Services, Concrete and Excavation. We strive for the best and settle for nothing less!

"Matthew (Matt) Hull, Seven Six Two Removal, and Brim Contracting LLC deserve ZERO stars. I rue the day I contracted with Matt Hull for my whole house renovation project, and only hope my warning can save others from a similar experience. Unless you enjoy paying twice for shoddy work, chasing down contractors, receiving false promises about timelines, being told repeatedly that your project isn’t making the contractor any money, having your project abandoned, and flirting with financial ruin, steer clear of Matt Hull and Seven Six Two Removal. Matt’s actions caused me significant financial losses— from the additional months of carrying costs, the extra payments in the tens of thousands to subsequent contractors to repair all his mistakes and finish the project, and from the lower sale price and incentives I had to offer to finally close a sales contract, a full 15 months after engaging with Matt Hull and Seven Six Two Removal. I don’t know if Matt is malicious or incompetent, but the results speak for themselves. Here’s just a sample of what I endured: -Mounds of trash and dangerous debris left everywhere. -Not a single room in the home was finished after six months—just a patchwork of poorly done and half-done jobs. -Only 50% of the interior was painted; the exterior was left half-painted with random substantial holes left open in the exterior brickwork of the home, resulting in dead birds and bird feces inside the house -Matt drywalled over the only kitchen HVAC vent (located in brand new ductwork in the ceiling bulkhead) and then installed a wall cabinet directly underneath the drywalled-over vent location. This was only discovered when investigating why the newly installed HVAC system wasn’t properly cooling the main floor. Correcting this issue cost additional time and money and risked significant damage to the new HVAC system. -Upstairs bathroom tile work was so bad that it looked like a middle school project—uneven, crooked, and sloped. It had to be gutted and reinstalled. -A toilet was installed incorrectly, causing plumbing headaches and extra bills. -Shower head in newly constructed basement bathroom installed off-center and, rather than correcting this obvious error, Matt tiled around it- making any future fix a major, expensive undertaking. -Vanity lights in the new bathroom installed off center on a tiled wall, requiring re installation and retiling of the area -Kitchen canned lights installed unevenly spaced, disregarding architectural drawings, and the kitchen feature light was not installed at all. Had to hire a professional to relocate the lights, patch and repaint multiple holes in the ceiling, and run new electrical wiring to properly power the fixtures that should have been installed in the first place. Kitchen cabinets and peninsula installed to the floor and walls incorrectly—had to pay a specialist to fix and reinstall. -Doors and doorways were measured and framed incorrectly, leading to wasted money, multiple door orders, and more delays. -Windows trimmed so poorly that standard coverings wouldn’t fit—had to customize every window covering. -Smoke/CO detector placed right next to a vent, a code violation. -Fence gate latch installed upside down, plus random holes cut in the fence. After abandoning the project nearly 11 months ago, Matt promised to return to work on my property “as soon as our schedule frees up.” Despite that promise, I never heard from Matt Hull or Seven Six Two Removal again. I have contracts, receipts, photos, videos, security camera footage, audio recordings, emails, and witnesses to prove every word and have shared this information with my attorney in anticipation of litigation. I am also reporting Matt Hull, Seven Six Two Removal, and related entities to the appropriate authorities in DC and Maryland, so no one else has to endure the anguish and financial jeopardy I experienced. If you value your time, money, and sanity, avoid Matthew (Matt) Hull and Seven Six Two Removal at all costs."

Alicia D on May 2025

A Veteran Owned Demolition and Removal Services company. Started by Owner Matthew Hull a 8 year Marine Corps Veteran. We Cover Demolition, Removal Services, Concrete and Excavation. We strive for the best and settle for nothing less!

"Matthew (Matt) Hull, Seven Six Two Removal, and Brim Contracting LLC deserve ZERO stars. I rue the day I contracted with Matt Hull for my whole house renovation project, and only hope my warning can save others from a similar experience. Unless you enjoy paying twice for shoddy work, chasing down contractors, receiving false promises about timelines, being told repeatedly that your project isn’t making the contractor any money, having your project abandoned, and flirting with financial ruin, steer clear of Matt Hull and Seven Six Two Removal. Matt’s actions caused me significant financial losses— from the additional months of carrying costs, the extra payments in the tens of thousands to subsequent contractors to repair all his mistakes and finish the project, and from the lower sale price and incentives I had to offer to finally close a sales contract, a full 15 months after engaging with Matt Hull and Seven Six Two Removal. I don’t know if Matt is malicious or incompetent, but the results speak for themselves. Here’s just a sample of what I endured: -Mounds of trash and dangerous debris left everywhere. -Not a single room in the home was finished after six months—just a patchwork of poorly done and half-done jobs. -Only 50% of the interior was painted; the exterior was left half-painted with random substantial holes left open in the exterior brickwork of the home, resulting in dead birds and bird feces inside the house -Matt drywalled over the only kitchen HVAC vent (located in brand new ductwork in the ceiling bulkhead) and then installed a wall cabinet directly underneath the drywalled-over vent location. This was only discovered when investigating why the newly installed HVAC system wasn’t properly cooling the main floor. Correcting this issue cost additional time and money and risked significant damage to the new HVAC system. -Upstairs bathroom tile work was so bad that it looked like a middle school project—uneven, crooked, and sloped. It had to be gutted and reinstalled. -A toilet was installed incorrectly, causing plumbing headaches and extra bills. -Shower head in newly constructed basement bathroom installed off-center and, rather than correcting this obvious error, Matt tiled around it- making any future fix a major, expensive undertaking. -Vanity lights in the new bathroom installed off center on a tiled wall, requiring re installation and retiling of the area -Kitchen canned lights installed unevenly spaced, disregarding architectural drawings, and the kitchen feature light was not installed at all. Had to hire a professional to relocate the lights, patch and repaint multiple holes in the ceiling, and run new electrical wiring to properly power the fixtures that should have been installed in the first place. Kitchen cabinets and peninsula installed to the floor and walls incorrectly—had to pay a specialist to fix and reinstall. -Doors and doorways were measured and framed incorrectly, leading to wasted money, multiple door orders, and more delays. -Windows trimmed so poorly that standard coverings wouldn’t fit—had to customize every window covering. -Smoke/CO detector placed right next to a vent, a code violation. -Fence gate latch installed upside down, plus random holes cut in the fence. After abandoning the project nearly 11 months ago, Matt promised to return to work on my property “as soon as our schedule frees up.” Despite that promise, I never heard from Matt Hull or Seven Six Two Removal again. I have contracts, receipts, photos, videos, security camera footage, audio recordings, emails, and witnesses to prove every word and have shared this information with my attorney in anticipation of litigation. I am also reporting Matt Hull, Seven Six Two Removal, and related entities to the appropriate authorities in DC and Maryland, so no one else has to endure the anguish and financial jeopardy I experienced. If you value your time, money, and sanity, avoid Matthew (Matt) Hull and Seven Six Two Removal at all costs."

Alicia D on May 2025


Pool Boys LLC
11341 Robinwood Drive
4.00(
2
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Pool Boys LLC
11341 Robinwood Drive
4.00(
2
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Customers say: Terrific value
14 years of experience

At Pool Boys we specialize in providing professional, high quality swimming pool design and building, swimming pool and spa cleaning, maintenance and repair services for the discerning home owners seeking expert pool and spa care. At affordable prices! Our Retail store offers pool and spa chemicals, as well as anything else you need to maintain your pool all year long!

At Pool Boys we specialize in providing professional, high quality swimming pool design and building, swimming pool and spa cleaning, maintenance and repair services for the discerning home owners seeking expert pool and spa care. At affordable prices! Our Retail store offers pool and spa chemicals, as well as anything else you need to maintain your pool all year long!


Potomac Valley Building Restoration
19946 National Pike
3.40(
5
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Potomac Valley Building Restoration
19946 National Pike
3.40(
5
)
Customers say: Quality work
36 years of experience

Full Service General Contractor 9 vans, 4 trucks, 2 cars, 1 dump truck General Contractor- 20 employees

Full Service General Contractor 9 vans, 4 trucks, 2 cars, 1 dump truck General Contractor- 20 employees


Haldeman's Construction
6250 Rock Hill Rd
4.79(
14
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Haldeman's Construction
6250 Rock Hill Rd
4.79(
14
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

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


Smoky Hollow Home Improvements
Unknown
No reviews
Smoky Hollow Home Improvements
Unknown
No reviews
Free onsite estimate

Small home improvement company specializing in medium to small jobs & Handyman services. Licensed & Insured MHIC #95581

Small home improvement company specializing in medium to small jobs & Handyman services. Licensed & Insured MHIC #95581


Deadwood Excavating & Logging
179 Myrtle Dr
5.00(
2
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Deadwood Excavating & Logging
179 Myrtle Dr
5.00(
2
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have 1-5 employees. Most of the time we don't sub-contract, and in most cases we submit a bill at the end of the job. At this time we don't offer financing. Also serving West Virginia (Other) market: ask for details.

We have 1-5 employees. Most of the time we don't sub-contract, and in most cases we submit a bill at the end of the job. At this time we don't offer financing. Also serving West Virginia (Other) market: ask for details.

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