We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best service available. Our ability to provide excavation and foundation/ concrete service in house brings added value to our general contracting services. With over 30 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.\n-Accredited through the Better Business Bureau-
We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
Summit Outdoor Services has been dedicated to this craft for over 4 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!
We provide reliable handyman services and outdoor improvement solutions with a focus on quality, efficiency, and long-term results. From small repairs and property cleanups to grading, drainage, and backyard upgrades, we help homeowners get their projects done right without the hassle.\nOur work covers a wide range of services including yard cleanups, tree trimming, light demolition, power washing, and general handyman tasks. We also specialize in outdoor projects like patio prep, leveling, and landscape improvements—helping turn everyday spaces into functional, usable backyards.\nWe take a practical, construction-focused approach to every job. That means showing up on time, communicating clearly, and doing the work properly the first time. Whether it’s a quick fix or a larger outdoor project, we aim to deliver results that last.\nHomeowners choose us because we’re dependable, straightforward, and focused on getting the job done right—no shortcuts, no surprises.
Northern Ground Services has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in Michigan for years. With decades of experience, there is no job too large or small. Call today to schedule an appointment!
Accent landscaping provides top notch services that include decorative concrete garden bed edging,stone/mulch,custom landscaping needs and turf installation and snow service
"Dave and Monarae are great. Monarae is excellent at communicating with her customers and Dave does a great job in a very timely manner. I would recommend Earthworm for any excavating needs."
We are a top of the line excavating,landscaping,and snow removal business based in Marion Michigan. We have years of experience and do the work to prove that! No matter what job big or small, we can do it all exactly how you want it and hassle free! Give us a call at 231-846-9098 and ask any questions to any project! All our quotes to you are free.
We are The Homeowners Connection! With skills and equipment to make you the boss of “Your Project” Our people have skills to guide you and use our machines to make those hard jobs not only possible but enjoyable for average people with average budgets. Anytime you invest your own time it saves money and insures that things are done your way. For example. We help you plan the sprinkler system and dig the trenches and you and yours install the pipe and components.\nWe start with a dump truck that can deliver up to 10 yards of whatever is available and needed. \nA state of the art Track Loader (skid steer on tracks) with multiple attachments. Including a Forestry Mulching Attachment that clears up to 4” brush!\nA trencher for putting in electric, water and sprinkler systems. A hydraulic auger for fence building and pole setting. A grapple to help clean brush piles. A bucket and forks for general use. We have 8’ fork extensions for moving sheds or unloading that special something. We also have a Rototiller and power rake attachment that has the power to dig through old sod to prepare a yard or garden for a fresh makeover.\nWe have a Mid size mini Excavator that weighs only 11000 lbs but can dig 8 feet deep and with the thumb attachment lift boulders to build your retaining walls or just dig that pond or foundation.\nWe have Flatbed trucks and trailers for bringing the materials, sod, trees, and machines to your worksite. And yes you can drive them.\nGive us a call for a free consultation.
"This was a first time excavation project for me. Duane and I worked back and forth with texts. He made a visit to the site and gave me day. Day of was as described and things looked great when he was done. I asked him to come back to do more and within two weeks everything was accomplished and it looks great. Thanks guys."
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.
Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.
While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.
A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.
A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.
The Mecosta, MI homeowners’ guide to excavation services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Excavation costs $1,500 to $6,300 for most residential projects—but it depends on factors like the size of the area. This guide will help you plan a budget.
You can't have an in-ground pool without digging into the ground. How much does pool excavation cost, and can you take it on yourself? Our guide explains.
Picking the right pro can make or break your project. Learn how to hire an excavation pro with the qualifications and skillset to do the job efficiently.
