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Penguin Junk Removal, LLC
5.0(
31
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn’t be happier with the service Jimmy and Hassan. From the moment I called, their team was professional, friendly, and quick to respond. They showed up on time, worked fast, and handled everything with care — from heavy furniture to random garage clutter. What really stood out was how efficient and respectful they were. They left the area spotless and even swept up afterward. Pricing was super fair and transparent — no hidden fees or surprises. It’s rare to find a company that combines hard work, honesty, and great customer service, but Penguin Junk Removal nailed it. I’ll definitely be calling them again and recommending them to friends and family. If you need junk gone fast and want a team that actually cares about their work, go with Penguin Junk Removal — they’re the best in the business! 🐧💪"
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Penguin Truck 1
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Yard Works, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Yard Works does fantastic work. They are detail-oriented, thoughtful and easy to work with! We had them install a concrete paver patio for us among other tasks in our garden and we are very happy with how it turned out. We look forward to having them help us with future projects!"
Response time1 hour
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Allison Contracting
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Independence, 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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Xtreme Excavation & Grading
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Had a great experience with the owner Brandon. Came out to the site was very professional and answered all my questions or if he didn't no at that point got back to me in timely matter. 10/10 recommend will be hiring him again in future for all my needs. Grading and sewer repairs."
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Premier Grounds Services
3.6(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Independence, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Land Clearing Services questions, answered by experts

There are a couple of ways you can determine the depth of your well. One method is to use a device called a well sounder. This tool has a long measuring tape containing a sensor to alert you once the end reaches the water. 

Or you can DIY it by using a long tape measure with a half-filled bottle of water attached to it. Lower the tape measure into your well. Once you feel tension on the tape, you’ll know the bottle has reached your static water level. This will give you an approximate idea of your well’s depth.

Building a road on a slope requires careful planning and will normally require a drainage system underneath to prevent flooding and damage to the road over time. Your professional may lengthen your road to create switchbacks if the slope directly to your home is too steep, as there are regulations for maximum road slope. The drainage system will help prevent runoff from the higher side of the slope from damaging the asphalt or concrete. Keep in mind that building a road on a slope isn’t a good DIY project, as a lot can go wrong.

Property lines, building locations, and potential encroachments are mapped.

Professional well contractors may use electromagnetic mapping to look for places with a high likelihood of water. Water access can vary significantly, even on the same property, so it can be difficult to know where to drill if you don’t have specialized tools to look for water.

Depending on the type of land survey, the report will mark the boundaries of your property, the topographical changes of the landscape, as well as major natural and added structures to the plot. A more detailed survey, like an as-built survey, will note the measurements of the structures and landscape following major construction. A topographic survey will also help your contractor determine the cost of land development projects.

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