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Snyder's Lawn Care
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Otsego, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bob and his crew did a great job!!! I would highly recommend them . They cleaned my lawn and hauled the debris away . I will be calling them again next spring!! Thank you Bob!"
lawn mowing
lawn mowing
lawnmowing
demo
demo

+3

Response time9 hrs
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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DPH Tree Services LLC
5.0(
19
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Otsego, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great. They exceeded my expectations in the work and the time it took to do it. Although they primarily specialize in tree removal they did a great job removing brush and the stuff in the brush."
Storm Damage Job Saranac
Storm Damage Job
Storm Damage Job
Storm Damage Job
St. Johns Job

+34

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Earth Moving Solutions, LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Otsego, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.\n

Response time2 days
CB handyman services
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Otsego, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

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.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Fundamental Landscapes
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Otsego, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Owned and operated by Luke Cunningham, Fundamental Landscapes, LLC. is a young company looking to make its mark. Luke received his A.A.S. for sustainable horticulture, in 2025. Since then he’s completed 6 landscape construction projects, spent an entire summer in the garden practicing and honing his skills. For a well managed landscape that is focused on climate resilience, call now!!

Low maintenance
Lake house
Lake house
Lake house
Lake house

+1

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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.

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