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Marks Excavating

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Marks Excavating

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
43 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Marks Excavating! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Mark was professional and skilled. He got the job done quickly and efficiently and his prices are fair. He was friendly and on time. I definitely recommend him for any excavating job you need done. My property looks beautiful! Will keep him in mind for any future work I need done, big or small. Thanks a lot, Mark’s Excavating!"

Julie G on April 2025

Welcome to Marks Excavating! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Mark was professional and skilled. He got the job done quickly and efficiently and his prices are fair. He was friendly and on time. I definitely recommend him for any excavating job you need done. My property looks beautiful! Will keep him in mind for any future work I need done, big or small. Thanks a lot, Mark’s Excavating!"

Julie G on April 2025


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The Cottage Pros, LLC

4.92(
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The Cottage Pros, LLC

4.92(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

The Cottage Pros, 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.

"Very professional and courteous. Look forward to working with them again on our bathroom remodel project."

John K on March 2023

The Cottage Pros, 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.

"Very professional and courteous. Look forward to working with them again on our bathroom remodel project."

John K on March 2023


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Wholehearted Sellers LLC

5.00(
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Approved Pro

Wholehearted Sellers LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We put our whole Hearts into our work for you. We are not the fastest contractors, but we are the best. We take our time to do things right the first time. We are confident enough to offer a 30 day guarantee on all our projects.

"Kendra came out ASAP to evaluate the job - which was greatly appreciated since tree location & condition made it very dangerous…possible landing on home. David and Adam were awesome! They were professional& concerned about tree removal safely! Removed seven trees in all. Very hard workers. Had to work in tight spots using a lift- trees were 70 ft tall! Absolutely incredible team at very reasonable price. "

Anna L on October 2025

We put our whole Hearts into our work for you. We are not the fastest contractors, but we are the best. We take our time to do things right the first time. We are confident enough to offer a 30 day guarantee on all our projects.

"Kendra came out ASAP to evaluate the job - which was greatly appreciated since tree location & condition made it very dangerous…possible landing on home. David and Adam were awesome! They were professional& concerned about tree removal safely! Removed seven trees in all. Very hard workers. Had to work in tight spots using a lift- trees were 70 ft tall! Absolutely incredible team at very reasonable price. "

Anna L on October 2025


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K&B Dirt Solutions

5.00(
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K&B Dirt Solutions

5.00(
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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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Exotic Pavers

4.91(
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Exotic Pavers

4.91(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are South Florida's Finest Brick Paver Installation Company. We will meet or beat any legitimate quote, and provide our customers with a FREE Estimate. We are Fully Licensed & Insured. Our company Accepts all forms of Payment from Cash, Check, ALL credit cards (3% fee).

"I highly recommend Exotic Pavers! It was such a pleasure to work with Marc and his crew. They are highly professional, knowledgeable, personable, and attentive to our requests, and their work is top-notch. We are thrilled with our patio deck and driveway. Thank you Exotic Pavers! What a pleasure it is to find a company that is A+ in all areas."

Elizabeth Y on September 2023

We are South Florida's Finest Brick Paver Installation Company. We will meet or beat any legitimate quote, and provide our customers with a FREE Estimate. We are Fully Licensed & Insured. Our company Accepts all forms of Payment from Cash, Check, ALL credit cards (3% fee).

"I highly recommend Exotic Pavers! It was such a pleasure to work with Marc and his crew. They are highly professional, knowledgeable, personable, and attentive to our requests, and their work is top-notch. We are thrilled with our patio deck and driveway. Thank you Exotic Pavers! What a pleasure it is to find a company that is A+ in all areas."

Elizabeth Y on September 2023


Oliver and Company Property Solutions

5.00(
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Oliver and Company Property Solutions

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We specialize in anything outdoors, from landscaping, light excavation, tractor services, tree removal, irrigation, snow removal and everything in between. We routinely do work for both residential and commercial customers, and our experience speaks for itself. If you are looking for a professional service company for your outdoor project, give us a call! We accept all major credit cards and all estimates are free.

"There on time, very professional and hard working. Careful not to damage walks and stairs. Cost was more than fair considering the number of large items incurred."

Fred S on June 2020

We specialize in anything outdoors, from landscaping, light excavation, tractor services, tree removal, irrigation, snow removal and everything in between. We routinely do work for both residential and commercial customers, and our experience speaks for itself. If you are looking for a professional service company for your outdoor project, give us a call! We accept all major credit cards and all estimates are free.

"There on time, very professional and hard working. Careful not to damage walks and stairs. Cost was more than fair considering the number of large items incurred."

Fred S on June 2020



Tractor Solutions LLC

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Tractor Solutions LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

My name is Art Cline. Here in the Interlochen and Traverse City, Michigan area I’ve been offering home and business owners another option when they are looking to get work done on their property. You don’t have to hire the huge companies to get the quality work that you need. I have the tools and equipment for just about any type of project you can think of. Please call (231) 649-2025 for the fastest response.

My name is Art Cline. Here in the Interlochen and Traverse City, Michigan area I’ve been offering home and business owners another option when they are looking to get work done on their property. You don’t have to hire the huge companies to get the quality work that you need. I have the tools and equipment for just about any type of project you can think of. Please call (231) 649-2025 for the fastest response.


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Wilhelm Landscapes

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Wilhelm Landscapes

3.00(
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33 years of experience

Wilhelm Landscapes is a family-owned, second generation, hardscaping design and build company based in Traverse City, Michigan with over 20 years experience. Our expert hardscape design and professional installation can turn your dreams into reality and help maximize the beauty and value of your property. We work with you to incorporate your ideas and our knowledge to arrive at the perfect plan for your style and budget.

Wilhelm Landscapes is a family-owned, second generation, hardscaping design and build company based in Traverse City, Michigan with over 20 years experience. Our expert hardscape design and professional installation can turn your dreams into reality and help maximize the beauty and value of your property. We work with you to incorporate your ideas and our knowledge to arrive at the perfect plan for your style and budget.


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It is a common belief that excavation is easier or less costly when done in the summer or when the ground is not frozen. Seasons have little effect on when excavation can occur; however, inclement weather can prolong the duration of the job and potentially increase costs. For this reason, those in rainy climates may opt for seasons with milder weather.

If you’re planning to dig on your property, you’ll need to check for underground utility lines. Call the national call-before-you-dig 811 number. Once connected to an operator, you can schedule a site visit to mark underground lines. This way, you won’t accidentally dig into pipes and can cause major (read: costly) issues.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

Professionals who complete perc tests can usually do them in a single day. Including excavating to expose the test site, filling the hole with water, and monitoring it while it drains, you can expect the test to take between four and eight hours total. It’s possible that you’ll get the results the same day, but some companies may take a few days to get official results.

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