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Northern Ground Services
New to Angi

Serving Clare, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Northern Ground Services has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in Michigan for years. With decades of experience, there is no job too large or small. Call today to schedule an appointment!

Response time4 days
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NRE Excavating
4.9(
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Serving Clare, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional. Very good communication. They always keep us i formed with the projects progress. I would recommend them to anyone."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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NRE Excavating
4.1(
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Serving Clare, MI and surrounding areas

"Everything went really good, we were only able to communicate by phone, sometimes that is difficult, but everything went smoothly, we are very satisfied with the work that was done we look forward to having other projects done by them."
Digging out the basement of the house to put debris in.
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Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Mid Michigan Excavation LLC
4.5(
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Serving Clare, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mid michigan excavation takes pride in there work. They cleared 10 acres of land and brought in 7 yards of stone for my driveway. I'm very pleased with the work that was done and was achieved in a timely manner."
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Martin Land Improvement, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Clare, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I provide quality & fair priced Excavation Service throughout Northern & Central Michigan. Licensed, Insured, and 40 years of professional experience. I like to help Landowners, Homeowners & Small Businesses with all their Site Preparation needs. If you need prep for a new home site, demo of an old building, land clearing, a septic system or have a special project; call for free consultation & pricing and give us an opportunity to meet your budget needs.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
MidWest Dirt Work's
4.3(
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Serving Clare, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Larry is exceedingly professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. He is assiduous when it comes to listening to any problems you have, and is thorough in investigating how to remedy them. His work is quick, thorough, and efficient. He always makes sure to ask for your opinion while making the repairs, or if you want something done a specific way. He is apt to answer any questions you have, even if not related to the repair he is working on. My husband and I would highly recommend him for hire. His pricing is also very reasonable for the work he does and the outcome you get."
Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Consultation with the local government helps identify necessary permits, avoid project delays or legal issues, and protect project integrity.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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