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Stanton Excavating

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Stanton Excavating

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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5 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 3 years worth of experience in terms of excavation and land clearing. We continue to build upon our excellent reputation by serving you with superior results and complete satisfaction. Please call us for all of your land clearing needs!

"Professional, prompt, efficient, responsible. Follows through. Do what they say they are gong to do in a timely manner. Price was very fair I would (and have) recommend them."

Janice S on August 2021

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 3 years worth of experience in terms of excavation and land clearing. We continue to build upon our excellent reputation by serving you with superior results and complete satisfaction. Please call us for all of your land clearing needs!

"Professional, prompt, efficient, responsible. Follows through. Do what they say they are gong to do in a timely manner. Price was very fair I would (and have) recommend them."

Janice S on August 2021


A-N-L Construction LLC

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A-N-L Construction LLC

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6 years of experience

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great group of guys. I've hired them a couple times already for setting trusses over my garage and building a large addition. Hard working and honest crew, absolutely recommend them."

Matt H on December 2023

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Great group of guys. I've hired them a couple times already for setting trusses over my garage and building a large addition. Hard working and honest crew, absolutely recommend them."

Matt H on December 2023


Arnold's Excavating, LLC

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Arnold's Excavating, LLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services, and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Fair on the pricing. Did a great job."

Robert B on July 2020

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services, and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Fair on the pricing. Did a great job."

Robert B on July 2020


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DJ's Excavating

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DJ's Excavating

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25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

DJ's Excavating, owned and operated by Jason Butcher, brings over 22 years of expertise in Excavation, Demolition, and Concrete services. Specializing in building site preparation, grading, re-sloping, Demolition Services, and Concrete Flatwork for residential and commercial projects, DJ's Excavating services a 50-mile radius around Calhoun County. Trust Jason for professional and reliable service.

DJ's Excavating, owned and operated by Jason Butcher, brings over 22 years of expertise in Excavation, Demolition, and Concrete services. Specializing in building site preparation, grading, re-sloping, Demolition Services, and Concrete Flatwork for residential and commercial projects, DJ's Excavating services a 50-mile radius around Calhoun County. Trust Jason for professional and reliable service.


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Empire Trucking & Excavtion llc

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Empire Trucking & Excavtion llc

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We specialize in all dirt work including driveways, septic systems, drain fields, ponds, grading, site prep, trucking/material delivery and junk hallway, land clearing, demolition and much more we strive to do the best job possible at the best price.

We specialize in all dirt work including driveways, septic systems, drain fields, ponds, grading, site prep, trucking/material delivery and junk hallway, land clearing, demolition and much more we strive to do the best job possible at the best price.


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RK Concrete

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RK Concrete

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21 years of experience

RK Concrete continues to deliver southwest Michigan residents with exceptional concrete installations. Our entire organization is comprised of tradesman carrying years of technical and jobsite experience to get your job done on time, on budget and above expectations. we specialize in concrete driveways, concrete patios, stamped concrete, concrete pool decks, stoops & walkways, commercial concrete. We also offer light excavating services such as gravel driveway installation and dirt work. Contact us today!

RK Concrete continues to deliver southwest Michigan residents with exceptional concrete installations. Our entire organization is comprised of tradesman carrying years of technical and jobsite experience to get your job done on time, on budget and above expectations. we specialize in concrete driveways, concrete patios, stamped concrete, concrete pool decks, stoops & walkways, commercial concrete. We also offer light excavating services such as gravel driveway installation and dirt work. Contact us today!


5144 Builders LLC

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5144 Builders LLC

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2 years of experience

5144 Builders LLC are known for their meticulous craftsmanship, transforming dreams into stunning living spaces, one project at a time. At 5144 Builders LLC, our unwavering commitment is to craft not just houses, but homes filled with comfort, quality, and lasting memories. We bring your vision to life, delivering excellence in every detail, because your dream deserves nothing less. 5144 Builders LLC has a combined 80 plus years of experience building houses and remodeling them.

5144 Builders LLC are known for their meticulous craftsmanship, transforming dreams into stunning living spaces, one project at a time. At 5144 Builders LLC, our unwavering commitment is to craft not just houses, but homes filled with comfort, quality, and lasting memories. We bring your vision to life, delivering excellence in every detail, because your dream deserves nothing less. 5144 Builders LLC has a combined 80 plus years of experience building houses and remodeling them.


Bowens Construction

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Bowens Construction

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

38 Years experience in trades. Residential and commercial contractor. Experience with door replacement, windows, plumbing, electrical, sewer repair, new construction, siding, roofing, structural repair, masonry, framing, full remodels.

"The work was really good. He was able to cover the work, cleaned up nicely, did a good job, very efficient, professional, courteous, and polite."

Diane B on February 2023

38 Years experience in trades. Residential and commercial contractor. Experience with door replacement, windows, plumbing, electrical, sewer repair, new construction, siding, roofing, structural repair, masonry, framing, full remodels.

"The work was really good. He was able to cover the work, cleaned up nicely, did a good job, very efficient, professional, courteous, and polite."

Diane B on February 2023


Paine's Home Service's

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Paine's Home Service's

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At Paine's Home Service's, I provide affordable rates with professional quality with 20 years of experience painting pressure washing and asphalt sealing

At Paine's Home Service's, I provide affordable rates with professional quality with 20 years of experience painting pressure washing and asphalt sealing


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The depth of a septic tank’s drain lines is between 18 and 36 inches underground. These pipes are filled with perforations and surrounded by sand, gravel, or a combination of both, as both materials help filter wastewater. While some pipes are buried closer to the surface, this can create problems unless the soil is compact and doesn’t shift much. 

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.

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. 

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

Septic tanks are typically buried between four inches and four feet deep, depending on the property, the soil, and the size of the tank. When the septic tank is buried on the deeper end of this range, it may be harder for you to locate it on your own with a soil probe or just by observing the yard for signs of the tank. However, if you have trouble finding the septic tank, a pro will be happy to help you.

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