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NRE Excavating
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Six Lakes, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

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.

Home Demolition
Home Demolition
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Recommended by56%of homeowners
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K & F Solutions
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Six Lakes, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

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!

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New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Six Lakes, MI and surrounding areas

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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.

Earthworm Dozing and Excavating, Inc.
4.7(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Six Lakes, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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."
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Large block retaining walls
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for NRE Excavating
NRE Excavating
4.9(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Six Lakes, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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.

Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help. 

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.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

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.

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