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Grand Terra Outdoor Management
4.8(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving North Branch, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The project turned out better than we had hoped for. John and the crew were very patient and friendly. We had several contractors out to bid on the job. Some of them said it was to much for them to take on at the moment. One of them recommended we call Grand Terra, I'm glad we did. I would recommend them to anyone."
Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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J.R.’s Dirt Work LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving North Branch, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

JR'S DIRT WORK LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our \nbusiness. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, \nand personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service \nwe bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of \nour trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. \nAbove all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their \nconcerns the basis of our business.

Driveway refurbish
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LS PROPERTY PRESERVATION LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving North Branch, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

We provide reliable and documented junk removal services for residential and commercial properties. Our team handles the removal of unwanted furniture, appliances, household items, construction debris, yard waste, and general clutter. We focus on fast service, responsible disposal, and keeping every job clean and hassle-free. \n \nWhether you?re clearing out a home, preparing a property for sale, renovating, or simply getting rid of unwanted items, we?re here to make the process simple, efficient, and stress-free.

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Artix junk removal
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving North Branch, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Need junk gone fast? Artix Junk Removal makes it simple.\nWe haul away almost anything — furniture, appliances, mattresses, construction debris, garage cleanouts, yard waste, and more. No job is too big or too small. Just point to what you want gone and we’ll do the rest.\nWhy choose Artix?\nSame-day & next-day service available\nUpfront, honest pricing\nWe do all the heavy lifting and loading\nEco-friendly disposal (we recycle and donate whenever possible)\nFully insured and reliable local team\nLoad Pricing\n¼ Load …… $175\n½ Load …… $265\n¾ Load …… $345\nFull Load … $425\nIndividual Item Pickups\nMattress or box spring …… $65 each\nWasher, dryer or oven …… $75 each\nRefrigerator ……………… $95\nStandard couch …………… $105\nSectional ………………… $145\nDump Fee: $50 \nText a photo of your junk for a free quote: 425-247-6946\nServing Detroit, Sterling Heights, Warren, and surrounding areas.\nArtix Junk Removal — we clear the clutter

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

If you don’t wish to dig it out and convert it into a finished basement, you can still encapsulate your crawl space to protect it from damage for an average cost of $5,500. Finishing a crawl space beyond this isn’t really worthwhile, as the low ceilings mean you won’t be able to use the area as living space.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

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.

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