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360 Land Services

4.86(
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360 Land Services

4.86(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Justin was great and our driveway grading came out great too"

Chris R on April 2023

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Justin was great and our driveway grading came out great too"

Chris R on April 2023


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Premier Grounds Services

4.80(
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Premier Grounds Services

4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
11 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

"We hired premier ground services to replace our septic system here this year in August 2025. Jim brought a competitive quote along with great expertise to the job. Jim navigated large material deliveries, the replacement of our drain field and concerns of our local health department to get the job done in a timely manner. Thanks again Jim. I would recommend Premier ground services for any septic repair project."

Michael B on August 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

"We hired premier ground services to replace our septic system here this year in August 2025. Jim brought a competitive quote along with great expertise to the job. Jim navigated large material deliveries, the replacement of our drain field and concerns of our local health department to get the job done in a timely manner. Thanks again Jim. I would recommend Premier ground services for any septic repair project."

Michael B on August 2025


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JT Excavating, LLC

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JT Excavating, LLC

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32 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

JT Excavating, 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.

JT Excavating, 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.


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Pelkey Services

4.92(
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Pelkey Services

4.92(
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Customers say: Quick response
440 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

Pelkey Services is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you! We specialize in - Sewer Drain Cleaning, Sewer Water Jetting, Camera Inspection, Sewer Repair, Plumbing Maintenance Repair, New Sewer & Water Installation, Septic Services, Site Development, Concrete & Asphalt Repair & Seal Coating. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your estimate today!

"Absolutely great service! Very timely, efficient, and clean. Yes, I would hire again."

Tiye G on October 2024

Pelkey Services is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you! We specialize in - Sewer Drain Cleaning, Sewer Water Jetting, Camera Inspection, Sewer Repair, Plumbing Maintenance Repair, New Sewer & Water Installation, Septic Services, Site Development, Concrete & Asphalt Repair & Seal Coating. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your estimate today!

"Absolutely great service! Very timely, efficient, and clean. Yes, I would hire again."

Tiye G on October 2024


Priority One Contractors LLC

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Priority One Contractors LLC

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8 years of experience

Priority One Contractors offers reasonable prices, and specializes in dirt work, driveways, grading, Sewer/ Storm Drain, Land Development, etc. We are located in Howell, Michigan, and we operate in all of Livingston, Oakland, and Wayne County. Priority One is a family based company who conducts themselves with the upmost professionalism along with being able to work with customers on a personal level.

Priority One Contractors offers reasonable prices, and specializes in dirt work, driveways, grading, Sewer/ Storm Drain, Land Development, etc. We are located in Howell, Michigan, and we operate in all of Livingston, Oakland, and Wayne County. Priority One is a family based company who conducts themselves with the upmost professionalism along with being able to work with customers on a personal level.





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Fife EarthWorX

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Fife EarthWorX

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Septic Systems, Demolition, Grading, Land Clearing, Brush Hogging, New House Construction Excavation, Sewer and Storm Systems/Repairs. Top of the line work from the best in the buisness.

Septic Systems, Demolition, Grading, Land Clearing, Brush Hogging, New House Construction Excavation, Sewer and Storm Systems/Repairs. Top of the line work from the best in the buisness.


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Mrs Michael Plumbers, Electricians, & HVAC Technicians

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Mrs Michael Plumbers, Electricians, & HVAC Technicians

3.45(
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Customers say: Super punctual
5 years of experience

Hi, I’m Mrs. Michael, and when you need something repaired, We wanna be your guy. Back when I was raising two babies, my husband and I started a plumbing company, an electrical company, AND a heating and air company. Mr. Michael is a genius with tools, but he did NOT enjoy running 3 big companies, so he asked me to do it. Turns out, I LOVE it!! I believe that if we make your problems disappear quick and easy, then when someone you know needs something repaired you’ll say: “I’ve got a guy! . . . Her name is Mrs. Michael.”

"Had this group update our electric panel and received great service from start to finish. Team took their time going over multiple options and we made the decision that made the most sense for our home. Thanks to everyone involved!"

Jordan C on January 2025

Hi, I’m Mrs. Michael, and when you need something repaired, We wanna be your guy. Back when I was raising two babies, my husband and I started a plumbing company, an electrical company, AND a heating and air company. Mr. Michael is a genius with tools, but he did NOT enjoy running 3 big companies, so he asked me to do it. Turns out, I LOVE it!! I believe that if we make your problems disappear quick and easy, then when someone you know needs something repaired you’ll say: “I’ve got a guy! . . . Her name is Mrs. Michael.”

"Had this group update our electric panel and received great service from start to finish. Team took their time going over multiple options and we made the decision that made the most sense for our home. Thanks to everyone involved!"

Jordan C on January 2025

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

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.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

Trenches are typically 12 inches to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, your city or county may have specific ordinances that clarify the dimensions needed for the project. For instance, a water pipe may need to be 24 inches deep, but a drainage pipe may need to be 36 inches deep.

Depending on the severity of the freeze and the method used, thawing frozen underground pipes can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. Applying heat directly to the pipe using heat tape, infrared lamps, or hot water jetting can speed up the process. However, patience and careful monitoring are key to avoiding pipe damage.

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