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DPH Tree Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great. They exceeded my expectations in the work and the time it took to do it. Although they primarily specialize in tree removal they did a great job removing brush and the stuff in the brush."
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St. Johns Job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Diggity Dirt
5.0(
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Weeds had taken over the front flower bed and looked bad They came in and weeded out the flower beds and also remulched the beds Looks terrific Great job"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
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Parkers Asphalt and Sealcoating LLC
5.0(
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had the cracks refilled and driveway seal coated. It looks amazing. 5 stars for Parkers! Great customer service, before, during and after the job was done. My mother said "They worked really hard. They couldn't have done a better job. " Great work guys!"
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
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KR Companies LLC
5.0(
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"The quality was a top notch. They did a great job in a timely manner. I appreciate the service. I had no issue. They were professional. They did the job quickly."
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Pride Property Services
3.3(
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We wanted our yard regraded, retaining walls repaired, and large boulders moved. The end result exceeded our expectations. They listened to what we wanted and offered some great suggestions. They showed up on time every day and completed the project early. Would definitely use them again and recommend them to anyone looking for a landscaper."
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Semi & End Dump

+8

Response time2 days
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Torchwood Landscaping
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Serving Alto, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Removed black fabric from all plant beds ihat blocked water and was killing plants. Much better design. Good to work with. Good crew."
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+50

Response time2 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It can take several weeks for the ground to settle after removing a tree, and the soil under larger, more mature trees can take months. The deeper the tree has been ground under the soil, the longer it will take to settle. However, this extra depth can help you plant new landscaping sooner because you’ll have more space for fresh soil.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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