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Clark Companies, Inc

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Clark Companies, Inc

4.73(
83
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We went into business with a primary goal, to provide professional landscaping, concrete, excavation, material transport/dumpsters + more services that can meet anyone's budget. Today we still strive to meet our original primary goal, so much so that we are willing to work with you on pricing to beat any potential other bids. We pride ourselves on great customer service and truly are willing to work with any customer to try to come up with a plan that meets both their needs and budget. We service clients all through out the Twin Cities as well as the surrounding suburbs. Call/text/email us today to get started, estimates are Free!

"Clark Companies did excellent work on our recent landscaping project. They regraded our yard, installed new landscape edging, and built a high-quality paver patio. The crew, led by Ryan and Tim, was punctual, courteous, and very detail-oriented. The finished result exceeded our expectations — we’re thrilled with how everything turned out."

Brian R on November 2025

We went into business with a primary goal, to provide professional landscaping, concrete, excavation, material transport/dumpsters + more services that can meet anyone's budget. Today we still strive to meet our original primary goal, so much so that we are willing to work with you on pricing to beat any potential other bids. We pride ourselves on great customer service and truly are willing to work with any customer to try to come up with a plan that meets both their needs and budget. We service clients all through out the Twin Cities as well as the surrounding suburbs. Call/text/email us today to get started, estimates are Free!

"Clark Companies did excellent work on our recent landscaping project. They regraded our yard, installed new landscape edging, and built a high-quality paver patio. The crew, led by Ryan and Tim, was punctual, courteous, and very detail-oriented. The finished result exceeded our expectations — we’re thrilled with how everything turned out."

Brian R on November 2025


"Multiple calls to the contractor and the guy we initially talked to did not communicate to the people that actually did the job that they did not do it right."

Debi R on April 2022

Our goal at G&M is to handle all of your outdoor services with professionalism, quick communication, and a smile on our face. Headquartered out of Big Lake, MN, we bring the team and the lineup of heavy equipment to handle any size outdoor project.

"Multiple calls to the contractor and the guy we initially talked to did not communicate to the people that actually did the job that they did not do it right."

Debi R on April 2022


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Budreau Companies

5.00(
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Budreau Companies

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

At Budreau Companies LLC, we specialize in providing top-quality fiberglass pools tailored to your backyard oasis dreams. As an authorized dealer, we offer a comprehensive range of services that include: Pool Shell Supply: We offer high-quality fiberglass pool shells, with over 30 models of pools and spas available, designed for long-lasting enjoyment for you and your family. Excavation Services: Our team handles all aspects of excavation, ensuring a precise and efficient pool hole that meets industry standards. Professional Installation: Our team is dedicated to their workmanship, providing a seamless installation process that transforms your outdoor space. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. We understand that investing in a pool is a significant decision, which is why we prioritize clear communication and transparency throughout the entire process. At Budreau Companies LLC, we stand by our work and stand by the quality we provide. Your happiness with your new pool is our top priority, and we strive to exceed your expectations from start to finish. Transform your backyard into a paradise with Budreau Companies LLC—where quality meets satisfaction!

"Excellent. All work was done proficiently and professionally and at a reasonable rate. I highly recommend this company."

Clarence A. M on May 2025

At Budreau Companies LLC, we specialize in providing top-quality fiberglass pools tailored to your backyard oasis dreams. As an authorized dealer, we offer a comprehensive range of services that include: Pool Shell Supply: We offer high-quality fiberglass pool shells, with over 30 models of pools and spas available, designed for long-lasting enjoyment for you and your family. Excavation Services: Our team handles all aspects of excavation, ensuring a precise and efficient pool hole that meets industry standards. Professional Installation: Our team is dedicated to their workmanship, providing a seamless installation process that transforms your outdoor space. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. We understand that investing in a pool is a significant decision, which is why we prioritize clear communication and transparency throughout the entire process. At Budreau Companies LLC, we stand by our work and stand by the quality we provide. Your happiness with your new pool is our top priority, and we strive to exceed your expectations from start to finish. Transform your backyard into a paradise with Budreau Companies LLC—where quality meets satisfaction!

"Excellent. All work was done proficiently and professionally and at a reasonable rate. I highly recommend this company."

Clarence A. M on May 2025


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Paladin Plumbing LLC

4.96(
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Paladin Plumbing LLC

4.96(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Paladin Plumbing offers the highest quality plumbing service in the area. Since 1998, we have provided superior service to our customers and have assisted them in achieving their goals. Our 50 years of experience and commitment to excellence have earned us the reputation as the best plumbers in the area. Paladin Plumbing was founded in 1998. Craig Johnson and Jerry Olson provide over 50 years combined experience in the plumbing and heating industry. We use that wealth of experience to find solutions for even the toughest plumbing problems. We specialize in new construction plumbing, residential and light commercial plumbing and take great pride in using our expertise concerning new products and advances in plumbing and heating technology. Our customers are encouraged to ask questions about all of their potential options. We can provide and describe all levels of options for every job. Every time you call Paladin Plumbing, you get that 50 years of experience and expertise along with promptness, neatness, and integrity.

"Very well. Pipes had to be frozen to replace valves, since main shut-off valve at street was inoperable."

Rachel M on May 2020

Paladin Plumbing offers the highest quality plumbing service in the area. Since 1998, we have provided superior service to our customers and have assisted them in achieving their goals. Our 50 years of experience and commitment to excellence have earned us the reputation as the best plumbers in the area. Paladin Plumbing was founded in 1998. Craig Johnson and Jerry Olson provide over 50 years combined experience in the plumbing and heating industry. We use that wealth of experience to find solutions for even the toughest plumbing problems. We specialize in new construction plumbing, residential and light commercial plumbing and take great pride in using our expertise concerning new products and advances in plumbing and heating technology. Our customers are encouraged to ask questions about all of their potential options. We can provide and describe all levels of options for every job. Every time you call Paladin Plumbing, you get that 50 years of experience and expertise along with promptness, neatness, and integrity.

"Very well. Pipes had to be frozen to replace valves, since main shut-off valve at street was inoperable."

Rachel M on May 2020


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Egress Window Guy Inc

4.93(
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Egress Window Guy Inc

4.93(
205
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Egress Window Guy provides high quality installation and repair services for egress windows and window wells. Your job is done right the first time. This is all we do, and we do it well! We use many brands and sizes of high quality windows, area wells and material. Our crews have years of experience and know the codes. If interested in references near your home, please ask us! Most installations can be completed in one day. Award winning service!

"Just recently had a 48in x 48in egress window installed in our basement. The 2 gentlemen, Caleb & Graham were nothing short of awesome. I'm a retired carpenter and I can say their craftsmanship was second to none. Clean, precise. I was enjoying the perfect gape in our foundation and the framework even before they installed the window, because it was being done properly. Heck, even the hole they dug for the well was precise. Both Caleb & Graham were very friendly, communicative and courteous. Would use again and highly recommend."

Robert L on November 2024

Egress Window Guy provides high quality installation and repair services for egress windows and window wells. Your job is done right the first time. This is all we do, and we do it well! We use many brands and sizes of high quality windows, area wells and material. Our crews have years of experience and know the codes. If interested in references near your home, please ask us! Most installations can be completed in one day. Award winning service!

"Just recently had a 48in x 48in egress window installed in our basement. The 2 gentlemen, Caleb & Graham were nothing short of awesome. I'm a retired carpenter and I can say their craftsmanship was second to none. Clean, precise. I was enjoying the perfect gape in our foundation and the framework even before they installed the window, because it was being done properly. Heck, even the hole they dug for the well was precise. Both Caleb & Graham were very friendly, communicative and courteous. Would use again and highly recommend."

Robert L on November 2024


"We thought we needed our foundation excavated, sealed and drain-tiled. Kevin came to estimate the work. He spent a full hour inspecting our foundation and landscaping and showed us the drain tile already in place and how the foundation appeared to be sealed. He recommended that we manually do a minimal amount of landscaping to improve the grade and even suggested a company to help with that. He did not request payment for his in depth consultation, but I asked to pay him for his time since he probably saved us $1000 to $3000 in excavation and landscaping costs. This is the second time Kev has really helped us out. Several years ago in a different house he helped us repair a truly cracked, leaking foundation. You can see our grade A review for that work on this site, dated October of 2010."

Thomas C on June 2020

1 EMPLOYEES. COST DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGES APPLY. AFTER HOURS CHARGE BASED ON HOURLY RATE.

"We thought we needed our foundation excavated, sealed and drain-tiled. Kevin came to estimate the work. He spent a full hour inspecting our foundation and landscaping and showed us the drain tile already in place and how the foundation appeared to be sealed. He recommended that we manually do a minimal amount of landscaping to improve the grade and even suggested a company to help with that. He did not request payment for his in depth consultation, but I asked to pay him for his time since he probably saved us $1000 to $3000 in excavation and landscaping costs. This is the second time Kev has really helped us out. Several years ago in a different house he helped us repair a truly cracked, leaking foundation. You can see our grade A review for that work on this site, dated October of 2010."

Thomas C on June 2020


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MORK WELL CO INC

4.82(
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MORK WELL CO INC

4.82(
82
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Mork Well Co. Inc. is a Family owned & operated business currently in it's third generation of ownership with generation #4 in training. We have been an Accredited Business Member of the BBB with an A+ Rating for 30 years serving the Twin Cities area & outside the Metro counties since 1945. Licenses: - 1877 (A = Full Well Contractor) through MN Dept of Health, - L2666 (Subsurface Sewage Trement System)Certified Installer through MN Pollution Control Agency. - IGSHPA Certified Geothermal Loop Field Installer. - Certified Pipelayer through MN Dept of Labor & Industry Experience: - 3 Highly Trained & Skilled Technicians with 30+ years experience each in the Development of Complete Well Systems, Diognostics & Solutions as well as Pumps Service & Repair. 1 Technician with 10+ Years Experience & 1 Technician with 5+ Years Experience. Other fields of expertise, experience & training include Septic System Installation, Geothermal Field Installation & Excavating. All the above for Commercial, Industrial, Farm & Residential. Subcontractors are used for Directional Boring & Electrical Services. Pricing: General: Our goal is to offer pricing competitive with businesses who are simular in years in business & experience & who are like minded in adhearing to high standards in Honesty, Integrity & have Strong Business Ethics. Most jobs are unique & require a bid. Please contact us for pricing information. We will get the details we need to provide you with the most accurate bid possible up front and explain options available. Due to the wide variety of serives we offer, discounts cannot be listed here. However, we have made special pricing available for Angies List Customers. Just mention you are an Angies List Member and we will provide you with a discount based on the scope of the work you are inquiring about.

"Ron was very friendly and professional. And explained what to look for if problems arise in the future"

Allen P on August 2018

Mork Well Co. Inc. is a Family owned & operated business currently in it's third generation of ownership with generation #4 in training. We have been an Accredited Business Member of the BBB with an A+ Rating for 30 years serving the Twin Cities area & outside the Metro counties since 1945. Licenses: - 1877 (A = Full Well Contractor) through MN Dept of Health, - L2666 (Subsurface Sewage Trement System)Certified Installer through MN Pollution Control Agency. - IGSHPA Certified Geothermal Loop Field Installer. - Certified Pipelayer through MN Dept of Labor & Industry Experience: - 3 Highly Trained & Skilled Technicians with 30+ years experience each in the Development of Complete Well Systems, Diognostics & Solutions as well as Pumps Service & Repair. 1 Technician with 10+ Years Experience & 1 Technician with 5+ Years Experience. Other fields of expertise, experience & training include Septic System Installation, Geothermal Field Installation & Excavating. All the above for Commercial, Industrial, Farm & Residential. Subcontractors are used for Directional Boring & Electrical Services. Pricing: General: Our goal is to offer pricing competitive with businesses who are simular in years in business & experience & who are like minded in adhearing to high standards in Honesty, Integrity & have Strong Business Ethics. Most jobs are unique & require a bid. Please contact us for pricing information. We will get the details we need to provide you with the most accurate bid possible up front and explain options available. Due to the wide variety of serives we offer, discounts cannot be listed here. However, we have made special pricing available for Angies List Customers. Just mention you are an Angies List Member and we will provide you with a discount based on the scope of the work you are inquiring about.

"Ron was very friendly and professional. And explained what to look for if problems arise in the future"

Allen P on August 2018


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ROCKMAN LANDSCAPING & TREE SERVICE

5.00(
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ROCKMAN LANDSCAPING & TREE SERVICE

5.00(
24
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our company strives to provide customers with unique landscape designs, combining both elegance and function.Rockman Landscaping uses environmentally friendly materials and processes, ensuring a greener tomorrow. Our efficient and friendly crews are more than happy to work with each individual need, ensuring customized and affordable designs. Let us work together with you to create a beautiful and lasting landscape to enjoy for years to come.

"very pleased from beginning to end. Priced very competively. Professionalism throughout, was told patio wouldn't be started until early June, they were out the tuesday after Mother's Day and conpketed the patio in one day."

Eric P on June 2020

Our company strives to provide customers with unique landscape designs, combining both elegance and function.Rockman Landscaping uses environmentally friendly materials and processes, ensuring a greener tomorrow. Our efficient and friendly crews are more than happy to work with each individual need, ensuring customized and affordable designs. Let us work together with you to create a beautiful and lasting landscape to enjoy for years to come.

"very pleased from beginning to end. Priced very competively. Professionalism throughout, was told patio wouldn't be started until early June, they were out the tuesday after Mother's Day and conpketed the patio in one day."

Eric P on June 2020


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Standard Water Control Systems Inc

4.77(
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Standard Water Control Systems Inc

4.77(
287
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Angie's List Certified. Since 1977 we have been waterproofing basements. Our water control and wet basement repair services have given homeowners greater peace of mind. We have worked on more than 40,000 homes and businesses and installed more than 2 million feet of drain tile. Our award winning and experienced team -- 50 employees, many with 20+ years of experience -- know how to get the job done right. May contact through email, [email protected] or 800-978-7867.

"Very smooth install and Todd was easy to talk to and very knowledgeable."

jay w on October 2022

Angie's List Certified. Since 1977 we have been waterproofing basements. Our water control and wet basement repair services have given homeowners greater peace of mind. We have worked on more than 40,000 homes and businesses and installed more than 2 million feet of drain tile. Our award winning and experienced team -- 50 employees, many with 20+ years of experience -- know how to get the job done right. May contact through email, [email protected] or 800-978-7867.

"Very smooth install and Todd was easy to talk to and very knowledgeable."

jay w on October 2022


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, you typically cannot use metal detectors to find your sewer line. Most sewer lines are made of non-metallic materials such as PVC, clay, or cast iron, which are not detectable by standard metal detectors. Metal detectors are designed to locate metallic objects, so they won't be effective for identifying the path of a non-metallic sewer line. To locate your sewer line accurately, it's best to use other methods.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

After you successfully remove your boulder, you have a few options for what to do to get rid of it. You can rent a dumpster if your yard has many boulders or if you’re planning a larger project. You can even save the boulder and reuse it elsewhere on your property to save on landscaping costs. A few ideas include using the boulder as a natural, abstract statue, breaking it into smaller pieces to line your garden bed, or offering it to a landscaping company that could reuse it for another project.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

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