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J&J Services
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wakefield, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

At J&J Services WE DIG YOUR DREAMS! We are an excavation company based out of Hurley WI serving the surrounding area. We specialize in the small to medium size projects, our mini excavator and skid-steer allows us to get where big machines cant but don't let the size fool you we can still dig 12 feet deep! The rubber tracks on our mini excavator and skid-steer allow us to complete a project with minimal damage to surrounding landscape. Contact J&J today for a free onsite estimate.

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Armatti’s Trucking and Excavating
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Wakefield, 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."
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Kitto's Property Maintenance
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wakefield, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"THE WORK WAS EXPERTLY DONE. I HAD AN OLD BACKYARD RESTORED WITH NEW TOPSOIL AND NEW SOD LAID DOWN AND A FRENCH DRAIN INSTALLED. THE OWNER BRYSON KITTO WAS VERY KNOWLEDGABLE AND GAVE ME A REASONABLE AND ACCURATE ESTIMATE. THE WORK WAS DONE IN A VERY TIMELY MANNER AND VERY PROFESSIONALLY DONE BY HIS CREW AND HIMSELF. I WOULD DEFINITELY HAVE HIS COMPANY BACK AGAIN IF I SHOULD EVER NEED ANOTHER PROJECT DONE AGAIN AND WOULD HIGHLY RECCOMEND HIS COMPANY"
Response time4 days
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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MUSSON LANDSCAPING LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wakefield, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Musson Landscaping did a fantastic job at our family cottage. We have struggled for years to have grass grow in the shaded areas as we have large pines that don't let in much light. Musson came out on a Sunday and spent most of the day at the property. They completed the job in the same day and I couldn't be happier with the results! It's been about 6 weeks and we now have a full lush lawn to enjoy. Very prompt, professional, and will return your phone call!"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
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North Woods Dumpster Rentals
4.4(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wakefield, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional prompt and great price"
Response time1 day
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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U.P. Handymen
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Wakefield, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In the United States, a depth of 36 inches (three feet) for underground water lines is the accepted industry standard. This depth varies from location to location based on local conditions. In areas with colder winters, they may be buried deeper to prevent frozen well water pipes : This is usually at least six inches below the frost level. The International Plumbing Code calls for a minimum of 12 inches below grade.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

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. 

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

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