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Dwight Bennett
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Center Line, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I'm Dwight! I'm a hardworking handyman and new business owner who believes in doing quality work at honest prices. I take pride in being dependable, paying attention to the little details, and making sure every customer is happy with the finished job. If you're looking for someone who will work hard, treat your home with respect, and offer great value, I'd be happy to help with your next project.

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EJs lawn & landscapes llc
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Center Line, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

EJs Lawn & Landscapes is dedicated to providing comprehensive lawn care and maintenance services tailored to both residential and commercial clients. Our experienced team focuses on enhancing the beauty and health of your outdoor spaces with expert lawn mowing, trimming, mulching, and snow removal. We pride ourselves on delivering personalized service and a professional touch to ensure your lawn remains lush and vibrant year-round. Trust us to be your reliable partner in outdoor space management, committed to quality care and customer satisfaction.

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Victory Property Services
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Center Line, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Victory Property Services is a locally owned and operated property maintenance company dedicated to providing reliable, high-quality outdoor services for both residential and commercial clients. We take pride in helping properties look their best year-round through professional lawn care, landscaping, snow removal, and property maintenance solutions.\nOur team focuses on dependable service, clear communication, and attention to detail on every job — whether it’s routine lawn maintenance, landscape improvements, seasonal cleanups, or winter ice and snow management. We understand that your property reflects your home or business, which is why we treat every project as if it were our own.\nAt Victory Property Services, our goal is simple: deliver consistent results, fair pricing, and service you can count on in every season.\nWe proudly serve our local community and are always happy to provide honest estimates and customized service plans to fit your needs.\nReliable. Professional. Year-Round

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

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).

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.

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