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Avatar for Diggity Dirt
Diggity Dirt
5.0(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Grand Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Would not hire anyone else. Diggity Dirt is top notch. You will not be disappointed they will go out of their way to deliver you the product you want and when you need it."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Topland Construction, LLC
5.0(
11
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Grand Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team came out to do a retaining wall for me, they got the entire project done (along with some tree removal) in about 2 days. They were really professional, and the machine set block they use looks great and at a great price!"
Final Grade
Stone & Fabric Install
Drain Installation
Finished Grade
Response time6 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DPH Tree Services LLC
5.0(
19
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Grand Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great. They exceeded my expectations in the work and the time it took to do it. Although they primarily specialize in tree removal they did a great job removing brush and the stuff in the brush."
Storm Damage Job Saranac
Storm Damage Job
Storm Damage Job
Storm Damage Job
St. Johns Job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TWIN PINES Lawn Care And Snowplowing
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Grand Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nate and Tom did a wonderful job. Their work is top notch. They were easy to work with, consistently checked to make sure that we were happy with the work and performed the work in a professional and excellent manner. The final result of sprinkling install, landscaping, plant and tree install and yard install is just what we wanted. We highly recommend them."
Retaining Wall & Driveway Extension
Retaining Wall & Driveway Extension
Retaining Wall & Driveway Extension
Landscape and Driveway Construction
Tree Installation

+25

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Parkers Asphalt and Sealcoating LLC
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Grand Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had the cracks refilled and driveway seal coated. It looks amazing. 5 stars for Parkers! Great customer service, before, during and after the job was done. My mother said "They worked really hard. They couldn't have done a better job. " Great work guys!"
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

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