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Smith Skidsteer & Excavation, LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cass Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Caleb and his crew came through and cleaned up all the trees in my front yard, and removed all the limbs of the tree over the house. With his recommendation, I also had some additional limbs removed and and extremely grateful for the speed and fair pricing. Would highly recommend Smith Skidsteer & Excavation. Will do business with them again!"
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kodiak Crew LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cass Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Very happy with this choice. Communication is very clear, and service provided is exactly as described. Will promote this business to others I know"
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Halverson Lawn Care
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cass Lake, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Nick does a great job. Heâ  s very reliable and performs the lawn care service with a very professional manner. Itâ  s been a positive experience dealing with Nick at Halverson Lawn Care."
Mowing
Mowing
Mowing
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Before photo of the bank job

+10

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Rough Cut Renovations - Moorhead, Minnesota Facebook
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cass Lake, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After a washing machine malfunction, our home suffered extensive water damage. We hired Rough Cut Renovations to handle the repairs and we're SO glad we did! Derek was personable, reliable and steady through the entire renovation. When he said he would be there on any given day, you could bet he'd be true to his word. Our bathroom is now a one-of-a -kind showpiece. The tile work is beautiful and the new flooring and woodwork installation throughout the main floor is perfection! It was extremely refreshing to watch such a talented and honest professional do such an amazingly excellent job to anything he set his hand to. Our house feels like a home, again. Thank you, Derek!!!!"
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ruff It Up Construction
4.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Cass Lake, MN and surrounding areas

"The team was prompt and very detailed, was able to pivot and suggest little changes that improved the overall look. They reconstructed a soffit and several bathroom and bedroom walls to enhance the appearance. I asked for non textured ceilings and they are flawless. Great communication throughout the job…I will rehire again in the future!!"
Drywall
Garage
Mudding
Drywall
Garage

+19

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Billman Masonry
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Cass Lake, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Nathan and his team member did an amazing job. He fit me in where he could but didn't rush the job. Turned out beautiful and I could see the experience in his work"
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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