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Warner Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Clarklake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Beyond impressed with this company!!!! They went above and beyond what I was expecting and made my yard look incredible with the removal of several trees, stumps, and power raking my entire property ridding it completely of poison ivy and poison oak. I would HIGHLY recommend them."
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Natures Edge Property Service
5.0(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clarklake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I WAS EXTREMELY HAPPY WITH THE RESULTS OF THEIR WORK. THEY DID A LARGE PAVER WALKWAY - DESIGNED IT AND EXECUTED IT IN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. THEY ALSO DID LANDSCAPIING, GRASS REMOVAL AND TREE/SCHRUB REMOVAL. THE WORK WAS EXCELLENT AND CLEAN UP TOO!"
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Murphy Landworks
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clarklake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

My name is Carter Murphy, and I am the proud owner and main operator of Murphy Landworks. At 17 years old, I started this business\nwith a strong work ethic, a passion for the outdoors, and a commitment to providing dependable, high-quality services to my community.\nFrom a young age, I have always had the drive to work hard and take pride in every job I complete, which is the foundation Murphy\nLandworks was built on.\n\nMurphy Landworks offers a wide variety of outdoor services designed to help keep your property looking its best year-round. Whether\nit’s property maintenance, land cleanup, or other outdoor projects, my goal is to deliver results that customers can truly be proud of. Every\nproject is completed with careful attention to detail, efficiency, and a focus on doing the job right the first time.\n\nAs a small and growing business, I believe that trust, reliability, and strong communication are just as important as the quality of the work\nitself. I take pride in building lasting rel

Landclearing
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Precision Lawn Care USA
4.2(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Clarklake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am going to hire him for allot more stuff.. They are willing to work and can do everything. Thanks Guys for the great job."
Response time2 days
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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A-N-L Construction LLC
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Clarklake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Great group of guys. I've hired them a couple times already for setting trusses over my garage and building a large addition. Hard working and honest crew, absolutely recommend them."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Noon excavation
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Clarklake, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Noon excavation is a locally owned excavation company specializing in residential and commercial site work.

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Dennis Hearth & Home
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clarklake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional. Took steps to keep area clean while working. Did a great job. Highly recommended."
Blank Canvas
Finished outdoor fireplace
Gas FP and Cook Station
Gas FP and Cook Station
Outdoor Kitchen

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Response time1 day
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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WHITE WOLF LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Clarklake, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Super happy with the work. They cleared the property quickly and knew exactly what they were doing. Communication was solid and the results were great. Highly recommend."
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

A perc test can take anywhere from one to eight hours to complete. The total time depends on factors like the amount of excavation required, the depth and width of the holes, and whether multiple test holes are needed. For a single hole, the process of filling it with water and monitoring the drainage rate usually takes less than an hour. Professionals can often complete the entire test in a single day. While it's possible to get results the same day, some companies may take a few days to provide the official report.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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