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Marks Excavating

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Marks Excavating

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Customers say: Quick response
15 local quotes requested
42 years of experience

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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K&B Dirt Solutions

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K&B Dirt Solutions

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29 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

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

Northland Signature Homes

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Northland Signature Homes

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42 years of experience

Northland Signature Homes has been building Northern Michigan homes of the highest quality for over 35 years. With nearly 500 completed to date, we offer a level of experience and expertise few can match. That is why every home comes with a lifetime warranty. As long as you own it, we stand behind it.

Northland Signature Homes has been building Northern Michigan homes of the highest quality for over 35 years. With nearly 500 completed to date, we offer a level of experience and expertise few can match. That is why every home comes with a lifetime warranty. As long as you own it, we stand behind it.

Oliver and Company Property Solutions

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Oliver and Company Property Solutions

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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

Avery Excavating

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Avery Excavating

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10 years of experience

Top Rated Excavation Company Serving Northern MI including all standard excavation services, land clearing, road building and more. Avery Excavating opened its doors in 2015 in Traverse City, MI. Kyle Avery Riegle, owner of Avery Excavating, has well over 15 years of leading excavation experience from small residential projects, to multi-million dollar underground utilities renovations. Working as an equipment operator, supervisor and job foreman overseeing many projects over the last decade, Avery Excavating has the experience you demand. The highest quality standards and special attention to your customer service experience make us hands down the best excavating company in Northern Michigan and Grand Traverse County. At Avery Excavating, we offer the full scope of excavation services from underground utility installation to road building to boulder retaining wall construction. Contact us today to schedule a complimentary on-site consultation. We’ll personally visit the site, assess the project, and send you a proposal. We are serious about meeting construction deadlines and will schedule the equipment and manpower necessary to deliver a finished product, on-time, and with great attention to detail.

Top Rated Excavation Company Serving Northern MI including all standard excavation services, land clearing, road building and more. Avery Excavating opened its doors in 2015 in Traverse City, MI. Kyle Avery Riegle, owner of Avery Excavating, has well over 15 years of leading excavation experience from small residential projects, to multi-million dollar underground utilities renovations. Working as an equipment operator, supervisor and job foreman overseeing many projects over the last decade, Avery Excavating has the experience you demand. The highest quality standards and special attention to your customer service experience make us hands down the best excavating company in Northern Michigan and Grand Traverse County. At Avery Excavating, we offer the full scope of excavation services from underground utility installation to road building to boulder retaining wall construction. Contact us today to schedule a complimentary on-site consultation. We’ll personally visit the site, assess the project, and send you a proposal. We are serious about meeting construction deadlines and will schedule the equipment and manpower necessary to deliver a finished product, on-time, and with great attention to detail.

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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.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

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