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

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

At Zach's Excavation we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform.   We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process.  We look forward to earning your business.

Response time2 days
Response rate91%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Xtreme Excavation & Grading
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Xtreme Excavation and Grading was fantastic, my sewer pipe was backing up so i ran a camera and come to find out it was packed full with roots and waste, so I googled up some companies and got a couple quotes but the I called and spoke with Brandon (the owner of Xtreme) and him and his guys didn’t waste any time!! He told me the price (which was extremely reasonable nearly half as much as the other 2 places i called) came out the next day and fixed my issue, Very friendly and knowledgeable and they did great work!! I will definitely be keeping them in mind for future needs"
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DPH Tree Services LLC
5.0(
19
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

DPH Tree Services is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities, and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We are a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship, in an honest, efficient and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.\n\nHow We Got Started\nI chose to work in this industry because my father had his own tree business for over 40 years. He started his business in 1980. .\n\nWe started in this industry in 1995.\n\nWe describe our business as Family owned and operated.

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St. Johns Job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prestige Landscape & Design LLC
4.5(
123
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Prestige Landscape and Design is dedicated to providing outstanding landscape projects for our customers, utilizing innovative design and quality installation. We are focused entirely on landscape design and construction, offering over forty years of experience in all aspects of the landscape field including paver patios, retaining walls, water features, gardens, new landscapes and landscape rehabilitation. Our mission is to maximize and enhance the use, living space and value of our customer's property. Real estate appraisers know that a pleasing landscape can increase property values significantly. "Curb appeal" is considered to be one of the most important factors in selling a home.

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+73

Response time2 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Grubaugh Farms LLC
5.0(
12
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Grubaugh Farms LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Professional Turf & Landscape, LLC
4.2(
36
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

Professional Turf & Landscape has proudly served Lansing and Mid-Michigan since 1976, providing expert landscaping, hardscape installation, lawn care, patios, retaining walls, outdoor living spaces, drainage solutions, mulch installation, and complete property maintenance. We specialize in creating beautiful outdoor spaces for homeowners and commercial properties throughout Lansing, East Lansing, Okemos, Dewitt, Haslett, and surrounding communities. Our team is committed to quality craftsmanship, reliability, and exceptional customer service on every project.

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Rosetta Stone Outcropping Wall

+20

Response time4 days
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
Allison Contracting
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your property as if it were our own. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Murphy Landworks
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving East Lansing, 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

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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 East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

Dumpsters work best on hard, study, and level surfaces made of asphalt, stone, or concrete. If the surface is uneven or too soft, the dumpster could get stuck or tip over when filled. Keep in mind that you must obtain a dumpster permit to keep it on a city street in many areas.

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.

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