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Q: What do I do if my soil is too hard?

• <div><p>Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look. </p></div>

Q: Does fire blight stay in the soil?

• <div><p>No, fire blight does not survive free in the soil but instead is carried through insects, animals, rain, or wind during the spring. Keep in mind that it can also spread on tools, which is why you should always disinfect them in between cuts. </p></div>

Q: What is the cheapest way to base a shed?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;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. </p></div>

Q: How do I locate buried sprinkler lines?

• <div><p>The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don&rsquo;t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you&rsquo;ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below. </p></div>

Q: How deep can a mini excavator dig?

• <div><p>A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.</p></div>

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Last update on March 10, 2025

Reviewed in March 2025
Brew City Builders was a pleasure to have done business with. From scheduling with Amy to our project completion, it was a smooth process. They were very attentive to our design ideas and communicated with us throughout the project. We had 2 porches/decks as well as a custom fabricated fence...
Brew City Builders Decks
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Reviewed in October 2024
They are true professionals and handled my belongings with consideration and care. Hire them for a 100% perfect and stress free move.
REAL TIME RELOCATION
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Reviewed in September 2023
Got the job done fast and efficiently! My house was immaculate afterwards! 10/10 recommend! Thank you Krystal!
Sunshine Cleaning Services LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
Mr. Sade was very professional. He arrived on time. The cost was extremely reasonable. And Joe cleaned our carpeting and sofa very well! We will definitely use his services in the near future. Being we have a puppy, there were spots we could not get out of the carpet. Joe was able to remove...
Joe Sade's Carpet Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in July 2022
Awesome service and workmanship from start to finish. Tom , his crew and the office were great to work with and went the extra mile to make sure the project was done right. We would use them again and would highly recommend them to anyone needing roof work.
Timber Creek Builders, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
We would highly recommend Rick Larkin. He got back to us quickly with a free estimate and reasonably priced quote to remove several very large trees and also do some limbing up of others that impeded our view. Mr. Larkin has a friendly and pleasant manner and was highly respectful of our...
RL Handyman Service
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Reviewed in February 2022
Great product, very professional inspection & installation team!! Completed the entire project in about 6 hrs.
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in April 2021
We are very pleased with the work performed on our gutters and downspouts by Chad and his team from Sodak LLC. Chad was particularly helpful with solving a problem with one section of existing gutter and recommended a larger size that we had his team install. His team was very efficient and...
Sodak, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2021
Did good work. Showed up quickly, got all my snow off the roof and cleaned up everything that ended up on the ground. Courteous and efficient.
Midwest Snow and Lawn Care
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Reviewed in December 2015
Pleasant and professional interactions. Treated us with respect, communicated effectively and efficiently, and completed the job expeditiously. It was very easy to get a hold of the right contact person, which was a great relief considering the difficulty we had communicating with the previous...
EDWARD GAUTHIER & SONS INC
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Armatti’s Trucking and Excavating

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Serving Vulcan, MI and surrounding areas

"They were good and it went very well.They were on time,quick about their work and I totally recommend them all the time.They were very nice company to hire and to work with."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Vulcan, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The crew did an excellent job. Not only did they do an outstanding job. They were reasonably priced and finished quick. Plus they didnâ t leave a mess. I would highly recommend. Thanks again."

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by80%of homeowners

Serving Vulcan, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great experience. Wonderful company did an amazing job 2 years later I'm still enjoying their hard work. We have been working with them in future project as well. I am definitely recommending them to everyone. Customer service and helpful nice people are hard to come by. I'm beyond happy with my driveway 2 years later!!"

Response time9 hrs

Response rate100%

Serving Vulcan, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would like to recommend Gerard for anyone who needs work done promptly. He is very professional and very efficient. He answered my email immediately and had my brakes done the same day."

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Response time6 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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JCD Excavating And Forestry Mulching

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Serving Vulcan, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

JCD Excavating And Forestry Mulching 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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K&B Hauling & Excavating

New to Angi

Serving Vulcan, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With years of experience in the industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from excavation to septic systems (licensed) to snow removal to debris removal. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give K & B Hauling and Excavating a call today, we look forward to working with you!

Response time1 day

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KCD Construction, LLC

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Serving Vulcan, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"KCD Construction did a good job."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Keeter's Construction

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Serving Vulcan, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

"Had an issue with a leak in my metal roof around a solar light and Keeter's came out the same day that I contacted them and sealed around the light. It rained that day and the next couple of days, and there were no further leaking issues. I appreciate the fast response and thorough service."

Response time1 day

Recommended by66%of homeowners

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J.K. Streu Contracting LLC -

New to Angi

Serving Vulcan, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

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Williams Contracting, Inc.

New to Angi

Serving Vulcan, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Williams Contracting Inc., proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

Response time5 hrs

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

No, fire blight does not survive free in the soil but instead is carried through insects, animals, rain, or wind during the spring. Keep in mind that it can also spread on tools, which is why you should always disinfect them in between cuts.

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.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

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