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Fern's Landscaping & Design
4.4(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Glen Ellyn, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Although our project was delayed a bit due to weather, they maintained constant daily communication during this delay to make sure we were aware of the situation. Once they came out to do the project, this small team worked diligently to get the job done which ended up looking fantastic. They also discussed a lawn problem with me and offered to re-sod our front lawn the next day and at a fair price. It was an unplanned project but we are glad we did this additional work. Fernando and his team provided excellent customer service and quality work. The price worked well for us too! We will call next year for the backyard. Thanks guys!!!"
Aurora's project
Batavia's project
front yard renovation
front yard renovation
Plant design

+36

Response time1 day
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Golden Willow Landscaping
4.8(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Glen Ellyn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Indy at Golden Willow listened to what we needed and worked promptly to share plans and reasonable estimate. The work was done within a week, and I was surprised to come home to see all done within a day, cleaned up, and exactly as we discussed."
Richcliff Dawn Mist
Richcliff Dawn Mist
Richcliff Dawn Mist Top & Copthorne Mixed Sold
Sidewalk Before Installation
After Installation

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
D&B Landscaping Services
4.2(
32
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Glen Ellyn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Manny was extremely helpful, friendly, and efficient. Manny came and chatted about my project, sent designs for me to approve (with a quote), tore out my old backyard landscaping and put in the new design all within 2 weeks! I would definitely use him again."
Response time2 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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JV Landscaping
3.8(
28
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Glen Ellyn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Thank you! JV Landscaping for fitting us into your schedule after a rainy week! My parents & I are recovering from covid & thank goodness JV Landscaping has been able to come to our rescue! I have signed up with them to finish our landscaping for the rest of the year! I don't have to think about fall clean-up! :)"
Spring Clean Up!
Brick pathway
Pavestone retaining wall
Bricks sidewalk
Gardens wall s

+8

Response time8 hrs
120 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
ELITE AND ELEVATED CONSTRUCTION LLC
4.3(
12
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Glen Ellyn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"November 13 2025 I hired Elite & Elevated Construction & Excavation to complete excavation, footings, and foundation work for a large project I was working on. I invested about $55,000 in the project, and I couldn?t be happier with the results. The job was completed perfectly and on time, even though the weather conditions were terrible. We had snow, rain, and freezing temperatures, but nothing stopped Mario and his crew. They showed up every day, worked efficiently, and stayed committed to getting the job done right and fast. I truly appreciate their dedication because I needed the work completed quickly, and despite the weather challenges, they delivered exactly what they promised. Professional, reliable, and hardworking team. I would definitely recommend Elite & Elevated Construction & Excavation, and I will absolutely hire them again to install my concrete driveway in the future"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
Gooseland Tree and Excavating
3.5(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Glen Ellyn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\nWe have been in business since 1998. We specialize in Excavation work residential and commercial as well as Lawn Maintenance & Tree Removal.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

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