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Fritz Lawn Care & Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Bad Axe, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon was extremely responsive, did a fantastic job very neat and did everything he said he would do. Had a large garage haul out of debris and he did great work highly recommend."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Go to Home Improvements
5.0(
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Serving Bad Axe, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This company has completed several different projects for me on a home restoration. Fabian Guza has been amazing. On a bathroom project, he saved me thousands of dollars by suggesting I allow him to try and polish away hard water stains that I had tried everything to remove. He saved the tile and saved me money. The tile looks wonderful. The room he laid hardwood in matches the rest of the floors perfectly. The old hardwood floors that I thought could never look like new do! In addition to all of this, Fabian has explained things to me so I understandâ no mean feat. There are several other projects and each one I have been completely satisfied with the work performed"
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AEC Asphalt, Excavating & Concrete
5.0(
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Serving Bad Axe, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.\n

Response time50 mins
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Homes Outdoor Services
New to Angi

Serving Bad Axe, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a full service outdoor company, specializing in Lawn care, Landscaping, Excavating, Irrigation, Retaining walls, Marine construction, Snow removal, Power washing, and more! We have industry experience since the 1990's and we are a Family Owned-Operated company. We offer a 5% discount for military, first responders, and teachers. Thank you for your interest.

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Riverside Residence
Riverside Residence
custom deck/dock over a river
two custom docks

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Problem Solved
New to Angi

Serving Bad Axe, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Response time2 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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