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Avatar for Sanstead Excavating LLC
Sanstead Excavating LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Evansville, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave was very responsive and did a good job installing a tile and sloping around the house."
Excavating to install storm sewer
Response time7 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Budreau Companies
5.0(
6
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Evansville, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew was very professional, very nice to work with and went above and beyond on our project; would highly recommend!"
Dirt to asphalt milling driveway
Dirt to asphalt milling driveway
Dirt to asphalt milling driveway
Dirt to asphalt milling driveway
Dirt to asphalt milling driveway

+5

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hedstrom Excavating
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Evansville, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At Hedstrom Excavating, LLC we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Response time1 day
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Lakes Area Property Management
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Evansville, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Lakes Area Property Management 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.

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Apex Excavating
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Evansville, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very great customer service, attentive to detail and showed up when needed. Worked well with the other trades to schedule accordingly. Would recommend!"
Driveways and black dirt
Driveways and black dirt
Rest of lawn regrading
Driveways and black dirt
Driveways and black dirt

+20

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rough Cut Renovations - Moorhead, Minnesota Facebook
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Evansville, 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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Ferguson Brothers Excavating Inc. - Home Facebook
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Evansville, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Ferguson Brothers Excavating is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 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!

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

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