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Brown's Excavating

4.90(
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Brown's Excavating

4.90(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

Brown's Excavating, we specialize in foundation work, sewer repairs, trenching, grading, sloping, demolition and all your outdoor grounds/underground needs. We served the Michigan, area for 18 years. Please call me I'm out working in the field, I due not monitor my e-mails daily thank you.

"Tim came and was very thorough and honest with his opinions on our particular situation. Phenomenal worker always answers the phone never left me in the dark and got the work done ASAP. I would use Tim again in the future!!"

Vi C on April 2024

Brown's Excavating, we specialize in foundation work, sewer repairs, trenching, grading, sloping, demolition and all your outdoor grounds/underground needs. We served the Michigan, area for 18 years. Please call me I'm out working in the field, I due not monitor my e-mails daily thank you.

"Tim came and was very thorough and honest with his opinions on our particular situation. Phenomenal worker always answers the phone never left me in the dark and got the work done ASAP. I would use Tim again in the future!!"

Vi C on April 2024


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Ready Dig Excavation

4.20(
27
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Ready Dig Excavation

4.20(
27
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Customers say: True professional
15 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

Ready Dig Excavation proudly serves Macomb, Oakland and Wayne Counties. Ready Dig Offers competitive pricing and Services on all sewer, water, and drain lines. From clogs to taps. Ready Dig is fully prepared to replace or repair your drain and water lines. Save the faucets and fixtures on the inside of the home for service plumbers. When it comes to digging up service lines call the pros at Ready Dig!

"Just do it. Just hire them. We are general contractors in Los Angeles but we needed a very complicated job done in Detroit so we hired Ready Dig Excavation. Imagine hiring somebody to demo and haul 40 tons of concrete slab when you have never looked them in the eye? Thankfully we hired Frank because there were shocking unforeseen problems. The kind of problems that make your heart sink when they come up. Did Frank send me a change order for an inflated rate because I was three time zones and helpless? Nope. Could he have? In a minute. Instead, he fixed the problem, purchased four times more fill than we agreed on and didn’t charge me a dime because Frank is a man of his word."

Kristine D on June 2024

Ready Dig Excavation proudly serves Macomb, Oakland and Wayne Counties. Ready Dig Offers competitive pricing and Services on all sewer, water, and drain lines. From clogs to taps. Ready Dig is fully prepared to replace or repair your drain and water lines. Save the faucets and fixtures on the inside of the home for service plumbers. When it comes to digging up service lines call the pros at Ready Dig!

"Just do it. Just hire them. We are general contractors in Los Angeles but we needed a very complicated job done in Detroit so we hired Ready Dig Excavation. Imagine hiring somebody to demo and haul 40 tons of concrete slab when you have never looked them in the eye? Thankfully we hired Frank because there were shocking unforeseen problems. The kind of problems that make your heart sink when they come up. Did Frank send me a change order for an inflated rate because I was three time zones and helpless? Nope. Could he have? In a minute. Instead, he fixed the problem, purchased four times more fill than we agreed on and didn’t charge me a dime because Frank is a man of his word."

Kristine D on June 2024


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Elite Excavation and Demolition

5.00(
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Elite Excavation and Demolition

5.00(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 local quotes requested

We are a full service commercial and residential excavation company with over 12 years of experience offering the following; Basement Excavation. Underground utility excavation; sewer and water lines Pond digging and maintenance. Site grading. Gravel driveway installation. Residential and commercial concrete installation and demolition. Residential and commercial asphalt installation and demolition. Full home and pool demolition. Septic system installation and replacement. Boulder retaining walls. Land clearing.

"Elite Excavation and Demo did a great job. Trey kept in constant communication and completed the work before the original estimated start date. Thanks, Trey, for your good work."

Willard Z on November 2024

We are a full service commercial and residential excavation company with over 12 years of experience offering the following; Basement Excavation. Underground utility excavation; sewer and water lines Pond digging and maintenance. Site grading. Gravel driveway installation. Residential and commercial concrete installation and demolition. Residential and commercial asphalt installation and demolition. Full home and pool demolition. Septic system installation and replacement. Boulder retaining walls. Land clearing.

"Elite Excavation and Demo did a great job. Trey kept in constant communication and completed the work before the original estimated start date. Thanks, Trey, for your good work."

Willard Z on November 2024


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Pelkey Services

4.92(
12
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Pelkey Services

4.92(
12
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Customers say: Quick response
420 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


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Exquisite Touch

5.00(
12
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Exquisite Touch

5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1061 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Hello, Here at Exquisite Touch we specialize in Kitchen, bathroom and home remodeling, painting, plumbing, electrical, cement, tree removal, power washing, and many handyman services. We are confident that you will be more than satisfied with our work. Over 20 years of experience.

"I would recommend Exquisite Touch to anyone in need of plumbing services. I had some work done this past Saturday, which included a full stack replacement along with a flange and cleanout. The technicians, Ken and Dylan, arrived well-prepared from the start. There was another worker who joined the team, but I didn’t catch his name. These men were professionals, and their work was of the highest quality. They even laid down protective coverings on the carpet before they began working. They informed me about the entire project step by step and ensured that the area was cleaned up before leaving. I will definitely be using this company again in the near future. Even the receptionist who took my call was professional and knowledgeable about the services offered. Thank you to the team at Exquisite Touch: Ken, Dylan, Sara, and the other worker whose name I missed. Dawn Detroit "

Donna G on November 2025

Hello, Here at Exquisite Touch we specialize in Kitchen, bathroom and home remodeling, painting, plumbing, electrical, cement, tree removal, power washing, and many handyman services. We are confident that you will be more than satisfied with our work. Over 20 years of experience.

"I would recommend Exquisite Touch to anyone in need of plumbing services. I had some work done this past Saturday, which included a full stack replacement along with a flange and cleanout. The technicians, Ken and Dylan, arrived well-prepared from the start. There was another worker who joined the team, but I didn’t catch his name. These men were professionals, and their work was of the highest quality. They even laid down protective coverings on the carpet before they began working. They informed me about the entire project step by step and ensured that the area was cleaned up before leaving. I will definitely be using this company again in the near future. Even the receptionist who took my call was professional and knowledgeable about the services offered. Thank you to the team at Exquisite Touch: Ken, Dylan, Sara, and the other worker whose name I missed. Dawn Detroit "

Donna G on November 2025


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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Free onsite estimate

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

3.45(
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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.”

"I called Mrs.Michael plumbing and electrician on a Sunday and was told the service call would cost $129. However, I wasn?t informed that the $129 only covered the technician?s arrival. Once on-site, I was told diagnosing the issue would be an additional $450 ? and that price only covered two outlets, with anything else costing extra. I?ve rented homes for over 30 years, and I?ve never encountered such misleading pricing practices."

David T on October 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.”

"I called Mrs.Michael plumbing and electrician on a Sunday and was told the service call would cost $129. However, I wasn?t informed that the $129 only covered the technician?s arrival. Once on-site, I was told diagnosing the issue would be an additional $450 ? and that price only covered two outlets, with anything else costing extra. I?ve rented homes for over 30 years, and I?ve never encountered such misleading pricing practices."

David T on October 2025


Benkari Plumbing

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Benkari Plumbing

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Welcome to Benkari Plumbing, your premier choice for outstanding plumbing and hydro excavation services! Led by a master plumber committed to integrity, safety, and efficiency, our team excels in providing top-notch solutions. Our experienced hydrovac operators specialize in precise excavation, ensuring the careful location of utilities like fiber optic cables, gas mains, and electrical lines. Count on Benkari Plumbing to safeguard your projects, preventing costly mishaps. With a proven track record in the industry, we stand out for our dedication to excellence. Ready to experience the difference with Benkari Plumbing? Contact us today and let's turn your plumbing and excavation needs into seamless, worry free solutions. Your satisfaction is our priority. Trust Benkari Plumbing for excellence in every project. Call us now to get started on a journey of reliable and professional service!

Welcome to Benkari Plumbing, your premier choice for outstanding plumbing and hydro excavation services! Led by a master plumber committed to integrity, safety, and efficiency, our team excels in providing top-notch solutions. Our experienced hydrovac operators specialize in precise excavation, ensuring the careful location of utilities like fiber optic cables, gas mains, and electrical lines. Count on Benkari Plumbing to safeguard your projects, preventing costly mishaps. With a proven track record in the industry, we stand out for our dedication to excellence. Ready to experience the difference with Benkari Plumbing? Contact us today and let's turn your plumbing and excavation needs into seamless, worry free solutions. Your satisfaction is our priority. Trust Benkari Plumbing for excellence in every project. Call us now to get started on a journey of reliable and professional service!


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

Skunk digging looks like a series of small, cone-shaped holes on a lawn or around the perimeter of a home, porch, deck, or shed. The holes that skunks dig when searching for grubs tend to be no more than four inches in diameter and may be up to four inches deep.

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