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All Service Calls, LLC
9059 O'Neill Drive
4.98(
33
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Approved Pro
All Service Calls, LLC
9059 O'Neill Drive
4.98(
33
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025


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Buildmax
621 South Grant Ave
4.75(
2
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Approved Pro
Buildmax
621 South Grant Ave
4.75(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
24 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 20 years of experience in industry, Buildmax is your industry expert in DuPage county. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today & we look forward to working with you!

"Hasn’t started yet. But did hire"

scott t on January 2024

With 20 years of experience in industry, Buildmax is your industry expert in DuPage county. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today & we look forward to working with you!

"Hasn’t started yet. But did hire"

scott t on January 2024


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Fernanado's Landscape and Tree Contractors
1N444 Forest Ave
4.95(
10
)
Approved Pro
Fernanado's Landscape and Tree Contractors
1N444 Forest Ave
4.95(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Fernanado's Landscape and Tree Contractors is a father and son locally owned business with 30 years serving Glen Ellyn, IL and surrounding areas. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Thye did a great job, very responsive and communicate well. Several neighbors hired them after they saw my house. ...:)"

Don D on October 2024

Fernanado's Landscape and Tree Contractors is a father and son locally owned business with 30 years serving Glen Ellyn, IL and surrounding areas. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Thye did a great job, very responsive and communicate well. Several neighbors hired them after they saw my house. ...:)"

Don D on October 2024


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BK Enhancements
444 N MICHIGAN AVE STE 1200
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
BK Enhancements
444 N MICHIGAN AVE STE 1200
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
69 local quotes requested

BK Enhancements provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride in all of our services. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on our company to leave you satisfied and happy. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. Our staff listens to your needs regarding your home improvement project. Call us today you’ll be relieved you did. Thank you

"I engaged this business for a 2024-25 snow plowing contract. They were very responsive, professional, sensitive to the issues related to being a senior consumer & VERY COMPETITIVE ON PRICE."

Kim F on September 2024

BK Enhancements provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride in all of our services. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on our company to leave you satisfied and happy. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. Our staff listens to your needs regarding your home improvement project. Call us today you’ll be relieved you did. Thank you

"I engaged this business for a 2024-25 snow plowing contract. They were very responsive, professional, sensitive to the issues related to being a senior consumer & VERY COMPETITIVE ON PRICE."

Kim F on September 2024


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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
933 Chesapeake Trl
4.83(
12
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Approved Pro
Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc
933 Chesapeake Trl
4.83(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3076 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.

"Very well Very efficient and courteous crew"

Elaine H on March 2025

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.

"Very well Very efficient and courteous crew"

Elaine H on March 2025


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B&H Demolition & Excavation
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B&H Demolition & Excavation
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New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
475 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

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

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


Ferrusk1@yahoo.com
3749 W 80th Pl
No reviews
Ferrusk1@yahoo.com
3749 W 80th Pl
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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


Dirsmith Builders, Inc.
643 Academy Dr.
1.00(
1
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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.


Concrete Crawlspaces & Basement Waterproofing Corp
21 W 180 Hill Ave
4.53(
182
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Concrete Crawlspaces & Basement Waterproofing Corp
21 W 180 Hill Ave
4.53(
182
)
Customers say: Super punctual
18 years of experience

Licensed Plumbing Contractor - SafeSeal by Concrete Crawlspaces & Basement Waterproofing. Crawlspace Encapsulation, Sewer Backup Prevention, Modified Overhead Sewers, Basement Floor Replacement, Underpinning, Foundation Crack Repair, Carbon Fiber Wall Straps, Wall Anchors, Spray Foam Insulation, Discounts for Angie's List Members. Financing available. Award winning.

"Steve Gavin, the owner came out and provided me with a great price that was inclusive of the entire scope of the project. During our meeting he took the time to explain the process that his company uses. Once the permits were issued the crew arrived the next morning at 7:00 a.m. as promised. The crew met the deadline for a 1:30 inspection from the Village of Deerfield. They not only met the deadline but they passed the inspection without any issues to be corrected. The crew worked until 7:00 p.m. completing the job. I would also note that they left my home spotless!"

Richard R on September 2019

Licensed Plumbing Contractor - SafeSeal by Concrete Crawlspaces & Basement Waterproofing. Crawlspace Encapsulation, Sewer Backup Prevention, Modified Overhead Sewers, Basement Floor Replacement, Underpinning, Foundation Crack Repair, Carbon Fiber Wall Straps, Wall Anchors, Spray Foam Insulation, Discounts for Angie's List Members. Financing available. Award winning.

"Steve Gavin, the owner came out and provided me with a great price that was inclusive of the entire scope of the project. During our meeting he took the time to explain the process that his company uses. Once the permits were issued the crew arrived the next morning at 7:00 a.m. as promised. The crew met the deadline for a 1:30 inspection from the Village of Deerfield. They not only met the deadline but they passed the inspection without any issues to be corrected. The crew worked until 7:00 p.m. completing the job. I would also note that they left my home spotless!"

Richard R on September 2019

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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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