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Avatar for Xtreme Excavation & Grading
Xtreme Excavation & Grading
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Imlay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did a great job had some grading and some stump removal on my land so I could till and plant food plots. Made it way easier on me."
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Grand Terra Outdoor Management
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Imlay City, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The project turned out better than we had hoped for. John and the crew were very patient and friendly. We had several contractors out to bid on the job. Some of them said it was to much for them to take on at the moment. One of them recommended we call Grand Terra, I'm glad we did. I would recommend them to anyone."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Doc's Recycling Management
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Imlay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We demoed our bathroom and docs recycling management came in and cleaned it all up and hauled it away for us. They were very respectful and I would recommend them to anyone else that needs junk and debris hauled."
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Response time1 hour
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jeremiah Nichols
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Imlay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

"His customer service was perfect. He is very well mannered and a polite young man. He did the jobs that I asked him to do and cleaned up after each one."
Landscaping
Landscaping
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J.R.’s Dirt Work LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Imlay City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

JR'S DIRT WORK LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our\nbusiness. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty,\nand personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service\nwe bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of\nour trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals.\nAbove all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their\nconcerns the basis of our business.

Driveway refurbish
Barndaminium Pad
Barndaminium Pad
Barndaminium Pad
Barndaminium Pad

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Artix junk removal
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Imlay City, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Need junk gone fast? Artix Junk Removal makes it simple.\nWe haul away almost anything — furniture, appliances, mattresses, construction debris, garage cleanouts, yard waste, and more. No job is too big or too small. Just point to what you want gone and we’ll do the rest.\nWhy choose Artix?\nSame-day & next-day service available\nUpfront, honest pricing\nWe do all the heavy lifting and loading\nEco-friendly disposal (we recycle and donate whenever possible)\nFully insured and reliable local team\nLoad Pricing\n¼ Load …… $175\n½ Load …… $265\n¾ Load …… $345\nFull Load … $425\nIndividual Item Pickups\nMattress or box spring …… $65 each\nWasher, dryer or oven …… $75 each\nRefrigerator ……………… $95\nStandard couch …………… $105\nSectional ………………… $145\nDump Fee: $50 \nText a photo of your junk for a free quote: 425-247-6946\nServing Detroit, Sterling Heights, Warren, and surrounding areas.\nArtix Junk Removal — we clear the clutter

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

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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