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Martin Land Improvement, Inc.
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Serving Spruce, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

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Emergency services offered

"They were fantastic he called me right back after I call. Very prompt, always available, the question I had he got all the information we needed for putting the septic and over all electrical wires, he explained everything. Over all great business people and I was very satisfied with the work that he did. I will definitely use them again, he always explained the cost about financial."
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Homes Outdoor Services
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Serving Spruce, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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Emergency services offered

We are a full service outdoor company, specializing in Lawn care, Landscaping, Excavating, Irrigation, Retaining walls, Marine construction, Snow removal, Power washing, and more! We have industry experience since the 1990's and we are a Family Owned-Operated company. We offer a 5% discount for military, first responders, and teachers. Thank you for your interest.

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custom deck/dock over a river
two custom docks

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Beaver Bros
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Serving Spruce, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"I had a tree that had some dead branches blocking my view and Tyler climbed it like nothing! Got the branches off quickly, cleaned up the mess, and it was a job well done."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
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Premiere Enterprises LLC.
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Serving Spruce, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Premiere Enterprises is a company with no boundaries whether your project is building a custom home from the ground up, or adding an addition to the existing structure, we are able to help. No need to shop around because we have a professional relationship with numerous suppliers to make your project affordable, also on time and on budget. We will work with you and give you a free estimate at your convenience. We look forward to meeting with you and going over the details of your project!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

You should dig 3 to 6 inches deep for plastic edging. Dig as wide as you need to fit your plastic edging into it—2 inches is usually sufficient.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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.

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