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Warner Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Leslie, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Beyond impressed with this company!!!! They went above and beyond what I was expecting and made my yard look incredible with the removal of several trees, stumps, and power raking my entire property ridding it completely of poison ivy and poison oak. I would HIGHLY recommend them."
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Murphy Landworks
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Leslie, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

My name is Carter Murphy, and I am the proud owner and main operator of Murphy Landworks. At 17 years old, I started this business\nwith a strong work ethic, a passion for the outdoors, and a commitment to providing dependable, high-quality services to my community.\nFrom a young age, I have always had the drive to work hard and take pride in every job I complete, which is the foundation Murphy\nLandworks was built on.\n\nMurphy Landworks offers a wide variety of outdoor services designed to help keep your property looking its best year-round. Whether\nit’s property maintenance, land cleanup, or other outdoor projects, my goal is to deliver results that customers can truly be proud of. Every\nproject is completed with careful attention to detail, efficiency, and a focus on doing the job right the first time.\n\nAs a small and growing business, I believe that trust, reliability, and strong communication are just as important as the quality of the work\nitself. I take pride in building lasting rel

Landclearing
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Bender's Land and Driveway Services
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Leslie, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very professional. Did our garden plot and leveled off my yard where tree roots were taken out. Very reasonable pricing."
Driveway refresh
Driveway refresh
Driveway installation
Driveway installation
Driveway installation

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Lakeside Land & Lawn
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Leslie, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Reliable, detail-focused landscaping and lawn care with a commitment to treating every property like our own. Lakeside Land & Lawn delivers dependable services, and professional results that keep your home looking its best all season long.

Goguac Lake Rock/Mulch
Goguac Lake Rock/Mulch
Lakeview property update
Lakeview property update
Lakeview property update

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Noon excavation
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Leslie, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Noon excavation is a locally owned excavation company specializing in residential and commercial site work.

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OUR TOUCH SITE SERVICES
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Leslie, MI and surrounding areas

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OUR TOUCH, LLC\n\nBeen in business since 2024.\n\nStarted my love for lawn and dirt in 1999. You'll love our attention to detail and timeliness for every job!\n\nLocated in Swartz Creek, MI where we have a great community but we will travel for jobs. You can trust and count on OUR TOUCH!\n\nLawn care, lawn mowing, land clearing, fall and spring cleaning.\n\nCOMPLETE haul away available for ANYTHING you can think of.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Septic drain lines (or leach lines) are typically buried between 18 and 36 inches underground, and should be at least 6 inches below the surface. These pipes are perforated and surrounded by filtering materials like sand or gravel. Burying the lines at this depth helps minimize odors and allows bacteria and other biological processes in the soil to effectively treat the wastewater. Burying lines too close to the surface can cause issues unless the soil is very compact and stable.

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 locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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.

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.

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