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LEVERNIER ENTERPRISE INC
1901 Holian Dr
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LEVERNIER ENTERPRISE INC
1901 Holian Dr
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35 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

LEVERNIER 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.

LEVERNIER 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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C CORONA CONSTRUCTION LTD.
953 Wilshire Drive
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C CORONA CONSTRUCTION LTD.
953 Wilshire Drive
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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At C Corona Construction, we don’t just build—we solve problems, enhance communities, and ensure safe, high-quality construction. Our expertise, dedication, and commitment to safety allow us to Make It Happen. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

At C Corona Construction, we don’t just build—we solve problems, enhance communities, and ensure safe, high-quality construction. Our expertise, dedication, and commitment to safety allow us to Make It Happen. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!


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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
2300 Hammond Dr
3.98(
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
2300 Hammond Dr
3.98(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
4652 local quotes requested
90 years of experience

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They had to come two extra times to fix the work that was done."

Jamal J on April 2025

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"They had to come two extra times to fix the work that was done."

Jamal J on April 2025


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Elite excavation
4332 288th Avenue
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Elite excavation
4332 288th Avenue
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352 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Elite excavation is a family owned and operated company we do anything from land clearing to small and mid size excavation and grading projects feel free to reach out with any questions you may have are cell number is 262 716 5203

Elite excavation is a family owned and operated company we do anything from land clearing to small and mid size excavation and grading projects feel free to reach out with any questions you may have are cell number is 262 716 5203


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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
933 Chesapeake Trl
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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
933 Chesapeake Trl
4.83(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3188 local quotes requested

Illinois sewer and plumbing is owned & operated by Mr Joe and family. We are a full plumbing and sewer repair service company that is licensed, bonded, and insured. We are fully committed to offering our customers honest, reliable, quality service, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Through dedication to our customers and our commitment to quality, we feel that we can offer you the best service in the industry. Free Estimates - Licensed, Bonded & Insured - Better Business Bureau Member A+ Rating - Owner operated.

"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!!"

Robert S on June 2023

Illinois sewer and plumbing is owned & operated by Mr Joe and family. We are a full plumbing and sewer repair service company that is licensed, bonded, and insured. We are fully committed to offering our customers honest, reliable, quality service, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Through dedication to our customers and our commitment to quality, we feel that we can offer you the best service in the industry. Free Estimates - Licensed, Bonded & Insured - Better Business Bureau Member A+ Rating - Owner operated.

"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!!"

Robert S on June 2023


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B&H Demolition & Excavation
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B&H Demolition & Excavation
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583 local quotes requested
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We specialize in commercial and residential demolition, excavation, earth retention, and drilling.

We specialize in commercial and residential demolition, excavation, earth retention, and drilling.


Excellent Plumbing
785 Oakwood Road
4.50(
8
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Excellent Plumbing
785 Oakwood Road
4.50(
8
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Customers say: True professional

We are a family-owned plumbing, sewer, and flood control business located in BUFFALO GROVE and serving Chicago and the - North suburbs - Northwest- Northwestern suburbs since 2002. We offer a full range of plumbing and sewer services. These range from remodeling plumbing and plumbing repairs inside and outside the house, to flood control systems, to storm interior and exterior drainage and flooding solutions, to new water service lines. We are licensed as Plumbing and Sewer Contractors in Chicago and Illinois North - Northwest - Northwester suburbs.

"price was very high"

greg m on December 2021

We are a family-owned plumbing, sewer, and flood control business located in BUFFALO GROVE and serving Chicago and the - North suburbs - Northwest- Northwestern suburbs since 2002. We offer a full range of plumbing and sewer services. These range from remodeling plumbing and plumbing repairs inside and outside the house, to flood control systems, to storm interior and exterior drainage and flooding solutions, to new water service lines. We are licensed as Plumbing and Sewer Contractors in Chicago and Illinois North - Northwest - Northwester suburbs.

"price was very high"

greg m on December 2021


HGC Services LLC
5830 Cunningham Rd
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HGC Services LLC
5830 Cunningham Rd
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15 years of experience

We offer the following services; Septic tank replacement and repair Septic field installation Lift stations Back flow prevention Clean out stations added to main lines Basement waterproofing Sump and Sewage pumps Excavation Demolition and much more.

We offer the following services; Septic tank replacement and repair Septic field installation Lift stations Back flow prevention Clean out stations added to main lines Basement waterproofing Sump and Sewage pumps Excavation Demolition and much more.


Ferrusk1@yahoo.com
3749 W 80th Pl
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Ferrusk1@yahoo.com
3749 W 80th Pl
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Dirsmith Builders, Inc.
643 Academy Dr.
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Dirsmith Builders, Inc.
643 Academy Dr.
1.00(
1
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49 years of experience

For over 40 years, Dirsmith Builders has been a fixture on the North Shore and Surrounding Areas. Family Owned and Operated, Dirsmith Builders specialized in custom kitchens, bathrooms, additions, decks, new home builds, full-home remodels, plus more. Our unique ability to both design and build, coupled with over 40 years of experience, make us the preeminent contractor in the area.

For over 40 years, Dirsmith Builders has been a fixture on the North Shore and Surrounding Areas. Family Owned and Operated, Dirsmith Builders specialized in custom kitchens, bathrooms, additions, decks, new home builds, full-home remodels, plus more. Our unique ability to both design and build, coupled with over 40 years of experience, make us the preeminent contractor in the area.

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Building site preparation and clearings FAQs

A professional team can clear an acre of land in as little as two to twelve hours, depending on your land's condition. You'll need to consider factors like vegetation density, terrain features, and obstacles such as trees, stumps, rocks, or existing structures can increase the time required. If your land is heavily wooded or has uneven terrain, expect the process to take longer and require more effort.

If you're looking to clear land for a pasture, expect to pay between $400 and $600 per acre for forestry mulching or $500 to $5,600 per acre for conventional land clearing. When choosing a method, consider:

  • Forestry Mulching: Leaves organic material in the soil, promoting new ground cover growth.

  • Conventional Clearing: You might lose valuable topsoil during this process.

A land-clearing project typically involves several key steps to prepare your property for construction or landscaping. First, assess your land and obtain any necessary permits from your local building department. Then, professionals use specialized equipment to remove trees, stumps, brush, and vegetation. After clearing, they haul away debris and may perform grading to level the land, ensuring it's ready for your intended use.

Preparing land to build a house typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000, depending on your land's size and condition. This includes clearing space for the foundation, which may involve removing trees, stumps, brush, and leveling or grading the site. Don't forget to budget for additional costs like permits, fees, and installing utility connections such as gas lines, water lines, and sewer mains.

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