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John S on August 2022

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John S on August 2022


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Premier Grounds Services

4.80(
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Premier Grounds Services

4.80(
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Customers say: Quick response
13 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

"We hired premier ground services to replace our septic system here this year in August 2025. Jim brought a competitive quote along with great expertise to the job. Jim navigated large material deliveries, the replacement of our drain field and concerns of our local health department to get the job done in a timely manner. Thanks again Jim. I would recommend Premier ground services for any septic repair project."

Michael B on August 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

"We hired premier ground services to replace our septic system here this year in August 2025. Jim brought a competitive quote along with great expertise to the job. Jim navigated large material deliveries, the replacement of our drain field and concerns of our local health department to get the job done in a timely manner. Thanks again Jim. I would recommend Premier ground services for any septic repair project."

Michael B on August 2025


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360 Land Services

4.86(
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360 Land Services

4.86(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Justin was great and our driveway grading came out great too"

Chris R on April 2023

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Justin was great and our driveway grading came out great too"

Chris R on April 2023


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JT Excavating, LLC

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JT Excavating, LLC

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Approved Pro
29 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

JT Excavating, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

JT Excavating, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


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Exquisite Touch

5.00(
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Exquisite Touch

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
1388 local quotes requested

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.

"Absolute perfection!! These guys are so professional.. they keep you informed every step of the way. They even protect your flooring throughout the entire house before they begin the project. We will DEFINITELY be using Exquisite Touch for future home projects. STELLAR EXPERIENCE!!!💯💯💯"

Ana B 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.

"Absolute perfection!! These guys are so professional.. they keep you informed every step of the way. They even protect your flooring throughout the entire house before they begin the project. We will DEFINITELY be using Exquisite Touch for future home projects. STELLAR EXPERIENCE!!!💯💯💯"

Ana B on November 2025


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Ready Dig Excavation

4.20(
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Ready Dig Excavation

4.20(
27
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Customers say: True professional
19 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


"North Star did an excellent job, the patio turned out amazing. Their workers were respectful and great, and the boss personally took care of everything. "

Matt H on August 2025

North Star Landscaping Enterprises, Inc. is your premier landscaping firm. Our integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail have set us apart from the rest. Give us a call today!

"North Star did an excellent job, the patio turned out amazing. Their workers were respectful and great, and the boss personally took care of everything. "

Matt H on August 2025


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Fife EarthWorX

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Fife EarthWorX

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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


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

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.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

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