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WANNEBO EXCAVATING

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WANNEBO EXCAVATING

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

With over 30 years of experience serving the Manhattan Beach area, Wannebo Excavating is your solution for all your Excavating needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Call us today for your septic installation and/or repair, building demolition, site prep, tree removal, class 5, sand fill or top soil needs! Satisfaction guaranteed.

"They are good at what they do."

Jim C on June 2023

With over 30 years of experience serving the Manhattan Beach area, Wannebo Excavating is your solution for all your Excavating needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Call us today for your septic installation and/or repair, building demolition, site prep, tree removal, class 5, sand fill or top soil needs! Satisfaction guaranteed.

"They are good at what they do."

Jim C on June 2023


"Roland Tree Service did an excellent job. They arrived on time, were very professional, knowledgeable, and personable. Clean up was top notch. They took down 7 trees total and one was about 95 feet tall. I would definitely use this service again. I highly recommend them!!"

Gay J on March 2024

We offer Friendly, Professional Tree Care to all of the Lakes Area.

"Roland Tree Service did an excellent job. They arrived on time, were very professional, knowledgeable, and personable. Clean up was top notch. They took down 7 trees total and one was about 95 feet tall. I would definitely use this service again. I highly recommend them!!"

Gay J on March 2024


Dave Barrett Construction

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Dave Barrett Construction

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

Dave Barrett Construction has been in operation for over 40 years. Locally owned and operated, Dave Barrett Construction has the knowledge and expertise to help you with your project. Excavating, Site Prep, Road Work, Hauling, Demolition, Shoreline Restoration, Rock Walls, Gravel, Fill, Screened Black Dirt, Rocks of all Sizes

Dave Barrett Construction has been in operation for over 40 years. Locally owned and operated, Dave Barrett Construction has the knowledge and expertise to help you with your project. Excavating, Site Prep, Road Work, Hauling, Demolition, Shoreline Restoration, Rock Walls, Gravel, Fill, Screened Black Dirt, Rocks of all Sizes


DB Property Maintenance L.L.C

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DB Property Maintenance L.L.C

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19 years of experience

Tried of high prices and Bad services Call DB property Maintenance at (612)916-8566. Were the customers always right! Serving All of Minnesota and Western Wisconsin Irrigation, Landscaping,Lawn needs.

Tried of high prices and Bad services Call DB property Maintenance at (612)916-8566. Were the customers always right! Serving All of Minnesota and Western Wisconsin Irrigation, Landscaping,Lawn needs.


The Finished Look

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The Finished Look

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24 years of experience

Here at The Finished Look we perform all areas that pertain to building and remodeling. We also have a cabin care taking branch as well that services lake homes in northern Minnesota. We are very close with our employees and boast safety and cleanliness. Winter work in many instances be eligible for a 10% discount.

Here at The Finished Look we perform all areas that pertain to building and remodeling. We also have a cabin care taking branch as well that services lake homes in northern Minnesota. We are very close with our employees and boast safety and cleanliness. Winter work in many instances be eligible for a 10% discount.


Richards Forestry

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Richards Forestry

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18 years of experience

TREE SREVICE -PESTICIDE APPLICATOR-EXCAVATING-BOBCAT WORK-PONDS-AND WATER FALLS-YARD SERVICE DOCK SERVICE SHORELINE RESTORATION-RIP-RAP RETAINING WALLS BOULDER WALLS TRUCKING

TREE SREVICE -PESTICIDE APPLICATOR-EXCAVATING-BOBCAT WORK-PONDS-AND WATER FALLS-YARD SERVICE DOCK SERVICE SHORELINE RESTORATION-RIP-RAP RETAINING WALLS BOULDER WALLS TRUCKING


SUNSHINE LAWN CARE

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SUNSHINE LAWN CARE

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30 years of experience

Sunshine Lawn Care is a full time Lawn and Landscape company that has been serving the lakes area for 20 years! We thrive on making customer satisfaction our number one priority! Whether you live here 365 days a year or just on weekends; arrive to your home and have confidence in knowing your property is being taken care of so all you need to do is relax!

Sunshine Lawn Care is a full time Lawn and Landscape company that has been serving the lakes area for 20 years! We thrive on making customer satisfaction our number one priority! Whether you live here 365 days a year or just on weekends; arrive to your home and have confidence in knowing your property is being taken care of so all you need to do is relax!


Athmann's Tree Service

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Athmann's Tree Service

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17 years of experience

We are a family owned business working to provide our customers with knowledgeable information and exceptional Arboriculture and Landscape Horticulture services. Providing a variety of outdoor services for your individual needs. We strive in building a friendly relationship with our customers. The satisfaction of our customers is our number one goal. Call for a FREE a consultation from one of our experienced tree care specialists. We also provide a 24 hour emergency service for your convenience. Call anytime!

We are a family owned business working to provide our customers with knowledgeable information and exceptional Arboriculture and Landscape Horticulture services. Providing a variety of outdoor services for your individual needs. We strive in building a friendly relationship with our customers. The satisfaction of our customers is our number one goal. Call for a FREE a consultation from one of our experienced tree care specialists. We also provide a 24 hour emergency service for your convenience. Call anytime!


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Nick's Tree & Landscape

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Nick's Tree & Landscape

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19 years of experience

We are a professional company that will not let you down on any of your landscaping needs. At Nicks Tree and Landscape We have only the best well trained staff to get the job done the correct way. One call can do it all. check out our website at www.Nickstree.com for more info.

We are a professional company that will not let you down on any of your landscaping needs. At Nicks Tree and Landscape We have only the best well trained staff to get the job done the correct way. One call can do it all. check out our website at www.Nickstree.com for more info.


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JJV Rubber Mulch and Safe Rock LLC

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JJV Rubber Mulch and Safe Rock LLC

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21 years of experience

JJV Rubber Mulch and Safe Rock, stands poised and proud by providing rubber mulch products that utilizes NON-TIRE recycled rubber in the production process. JJV Rubber Mulch continues to offer a safe and clean alternative.

JJV Rubber Mulch and Safe Rock, stands poised and proud by providing rubber mulch products that utilizes NON-TIRE recycled rubber in the production process. JJV Rubber Mulch continues to offer a safe and clean alternative.

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Mulch and Topsoil questions, answered by experts

Gravel’s biggest pro is its cost-effectiveness. For example, a gravel road or driveway is much more affordable than its asphalt counterpart. Gravel is also much less expensive than the cost of pouring a concrete slab if you’re building a patio or similar structure.

However, regarding comfort and convenience, gravel is far less foot-friendly than smoother substances like concrete or asphalt. It’s also more of a challenge to drive on and may kick up dust, resulting in the inevitable need for extra car washes. Lastly, there’s a chance it might move with rain or snow.

Pea gravel is a type of gravel that is generally smaller and rounder than regular gravel. It's usually made from river rock and is available in a wide range of colors. Thanks to its soft, round shape, pea gravel is more comfortable to walk on compared to standard gravel, which can have sharp edges. A drawback of pea gravel is that it can scatter more easily than other gravel types.

A well-maintained lawn has the most ROI when it comes to landscaping. Other enhancements, such as building a deck or patio and adding a front walkway, follow suit, but aiming to enhance the basics is where your home can truly shine and increase its profitability. Not only does it increase curb appeal, but it sets potential homebuyers up for landscaping success when they have a healthy, clean slate of grass to begin with.

When laying gravel, it's often a good idea to apply a base layer, such as sand or crushed concrete. You may also want to layer a weed-blocking membrane on top of the base layer to prevent weeds and grass from sprouting up in your gravel driveway. Without the appropriate base layer, the gravel you lay may sink into the soil.

While they’re popular and have a lot of pros, the cons of river rocks include the following:

  • River rocks don’t break down or provide nutrients to plants. 

  • These stones can get hot and scorch nearby plants. 

  • River stones may heat the surrounding soil to inhospitable temperatures. 

  • Rocks can block rainwater from seeping into the ground if installations are too thick or tightly packed.

Most downsides occur when using river rock as mulch in gardens and flower beds. However, you can still incorporate river rocks into your landscape as long as you use them in the correct ways.

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