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K&B Dirt Solutions

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K&B Dirt Solutions

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1 years of experience

At K&B Dirt Solutions, we specialize in heavy-duty excavation services with a strong emphasis on land clearing and sewer installation. Whether you're preparing a site for new construction, removing overgrowth to reclaim usable land, or laying down essential sewer lines, we bring the equipment, experience, and expertise to get the job done right. From raw land to ready-to-build, we handle every phase of the groundwork with precision and efficiency. Our team is known for fast turnarounds, reliable service, and a no-nonsense approach that puts your project on solid ground—literally.

"They did a really great job, very professional."

Dawn K on August 2025

At K&B Dirt Solutions, we specialize in heavy-duty excavation services with a strong emphasis on land clearing and sewer installation. Whether you're preparing a site for new construction, removing overgrowth to reclaim usable land, or laying down essential sewer lines, we bring the equipment, experience, and expertise to get the job done right. From raw land to ready-to-build, we handle every phase of the groundwork with precision and efficiency. Our team is known for fast turnarounds, reliable service, and a no-nonsense approach that puts your project on solid ground—literally.

"They did a really great job, very professional."

Dawn K on August 2025


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Thomas Services North LLC

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Thomas Services North LLC

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1 years of experience

Thomas Services North LLC is a specialized hardscaping company offering expert services including boulder walls, flagstone patios, grading, stump and tree removal, de-watering/drainage, Power washing, and so much more. Have dirt you need moved or maybe a bush you want gone? something heavy moved or just some simple shoveling. Contact us today for a complimentary consultation. Located in Central Lake, MI, we are fully insured and owner-operated.

Thomas Services North LLC is a specialized hardscaping company offering expert services including boulder walls, flagstone patios, grading, stump and tree removal, de-watering/drainage, Power washing, and so much more. Have dirt you need moved or maybe a bush you want gone? something heavy moved or just some simple shoveling. Contact us today for a complimentary consultation. Located in Central Lake, MI, we are fully insured and owner-operated.



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Carlson Outdoor Services

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Carlson Outdoor Services

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Carlson Outdoor Services is a small family owned construction company located and serving all of Southeast Michigan. Owner and operator, Logan Carlson established his business in 2022 after working for other contractors, gaining experience in many different areas of the industry. He has the passion and experience to be able to provide a wide range of services. Whether you’re looking to work with an existing space or you are starting from scratch, we guarantee we can help you achieve a great final product. Carlson Outdoor Services takes pride in our commitment to customer satisfaction. We work closely with clients to ensure their vision is executed to perfection. We are a company built on standards of excellence and are committed to upholding those values regardless of the project challenges. Carlson Outdoor Services is built on transparency, communication, integrity, and accountability. If you're looking for a reliable and experienced construction company that offers, excavation, septic system, landscaping, and forestry mulching, in southeast Michigan, look no further than Carlson Outdoor Services. Contact us today.

"Great job in a timely manner"

John P on February 2024

Carlson Outdoor Services is a small family owned construction company located and serving all of Southeast Michigan. Owner and operator, Logan Carlson established his business in 2022 after working for other contractors, gaining experience in many different areas of the industry. He has the passion and experience to be able to provide a wide range of services. Whether you’re looking to work with an existing space or you are starting from scratch, we guarantee we can help you achieve a great final product. Carlson Outdoor Services takes pride in our commitment to customer satisfaction. We work closely with clients to ensure their vision is executed to perfection. We are a company built on standards of excellence and are committed to upholding those values regardless of the project challenges. Carlson Outdoor Services is built on transparency, communication, integrity, and accountability. If you're looking for a reliable and experienced construction company that offers, excavation, septic system, landscaping, and forestry mulching, in southeast Michigan, look no further than Carlson Outdoor Services. Contact us today.

"Great job in a timely manner"

John P on February 2024


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1 years of experience

Introducing CBC Earthworx! We are a newly formed father-son company that is a quality and affordable resource for your land enhancement needs. At CBC Earthworx we specialize in a wide variety of excavating services. Our services include grading, trenching, demolition, land clearing, leveling, gravel/recycled material driveways, and more! We are dedicated to delivering high-end results at an affordable price, ensuring your project is handled with precision and proficiency. CBC Earthworx looks forward to earning your business!

Introducing CBC Earthworx! We are a newly formed father-son company that is a quality and affordable resource for your land enhancement needs. At CBC Earthworx we specialize in a wide variety of excavating services. Our services include grading, trenching, demolition, land clearing, leveling, gravel/recycled material driveways, and more! We are dedicated to delivering high-end results at an affordable price, ensuring your project is handled with precision and proficiency. CBC Earthworx looks forward to earning your business!


Brooks Precision Land Development

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Brooks Precision Land Development

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We are a passionate group of land developers who would be happy to help you with your next project. Whether you are demolishing or constructing, our experienced operators can make it a reality. Private road/driveway installation &repair, drainage solutions, house seats, retaining walls, grading, land clearing and much more! Just ask!

We are a passionate group of land developers who would be happy to help you with your next project. Whether you are demolishing or constructing, our experienced operators can make it a reality. Private road/driveway installation &repair, drainage solutions, house seats, retaining walls, grading, land clearing and much more! Just ask!


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Infinite Utilities

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Infinite Utilities

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We have experience with, but not limited to, installations for residential utility services, Water pipe installation, Sewer pipe installation, Telecommunication conduits, Electrical conduits, Propane and natural gas pipe. Bringing with us over 35 years of industry experience. Veteran Owned. We sincerely hope to establish a relationship with you and your company so that we may provide the solutions to your future needs. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

We have experience with, but not limited to, installations for residential utility services, Water pipe installation, Sewer pipe installation, Telecommunication conduits, Electrical conduits, Propane and natural gas pipe. Bringing with us over 35 years of industry experience. Veteran Owned. We sincerely hope to establish a relationship with you and your company so that we may provide the solutions to your future needs. We look forward to hearing from you soon.


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Northland Signature Homes

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Northland Signature Homes

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42 years of experience

Northland Signature Homes has been building Northern Michigan homes of the highest quality for over 35 years. With nearly 500 completed to date, we offer a level of experience and expertise few can match. That is why every home comes with a lifetime warranty. As long as you own it, we stand behind it.

Northland Signature Homes has been building Northern Michigan homes of the highest quality for over 35 years. With nearly 500 completed to date, we offer a level of experience and expertise few can match. That is why every home comes with a lifetime warranty. As long as you own it, we stand behind it.


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

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