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Marks Excavating
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Bellaire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mark was professional and skilled. He got the job done quickly and efficiently and his prices are fair. He was friendly and on time. I definitely recommend him for any excavating job you need done. My property looks beautiful! Will keep him in mind for any future work I need done, big or small. Thanks a lot, Mark’s Excavating!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Deuces landscaping & Excavation
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bellaire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Offers commercial services

"These guys are awesome i called, set up an appointment for a quote and the show up asses the situation and give me an on the spot price. They are fair and great priced. Would hire again."
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KEO Rental and Service
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bellaire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. They did an excellent, professional job!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LaPierre Services, LLC
4.3(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bellaire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Hunter and team did an awesome job -- my yard is big and has tons of trees. I will be calling them next year!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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The Greener Good Outdoor
4.6(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bellaire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used them for several projects from installation and maintenance of a rock revetment, installation of stairs from the top of our bluff to the water below, plantings on our slope, and yearly installation and removal of a removal set of stairs that connect the major stairs over the rock revetment to the waters edge. Responsible and dependable.,"
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Response time2 days
Response rate97%
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Knoch & Sons
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bellaire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely amazing company! They do incredible work and take real pride in what they do. The quality, attention to detail, and professionalism are outstanding. They show up, get the job done right, and leave everything looking better than expected. If you’re looking for a reliable company that you can trust, I highly recommend them! You won’t be disappointed! 👏🏼🌳🚜"
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Nobles Groundskeeping LLC
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Bellaire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Nobles Groundskeeping ground 2 stumps, removed the chips and cleaned up. They were efficient, friendly and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend them."
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North West Home Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Bellaire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was purchasing a pre- built portable storage shed and needed a foundation put in before it was delivered. I was able to be worked into the schedule and they did a fantastic job. The guys were professional and friendly. I would definitely hire them again."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Flood Man, LLC
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Bellaire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Erich is a competent, reliable, well experienced, insightful professional in this field of work and service. He is willing to explain, discuss and, I believe, honestly share his opinions of what is in his customer/client's best interest. I respect him and appreciate his work with us and for us; Job well done!"
24 Hr. PROMPT RESPONSE
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Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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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