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Avatar for Minnesota Grown Services
Minnesota Grown Services
4.9(
35
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harris, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very easy and professional to work with from start to finish. My husband and I were nervous to work with another contractor, due to a previous very larger concrete project that had a few bumps towards the end of the project and we don't realize it would tear up most of our yard. The first call to Dan started with a small project grading and leveling estimate but through further discussions and Dan answering our questions; we decided to have them complete a larger landscaping project: replace a 72 feet rock wall with a boulder wall, frame a small flower garden with rocks, level and grade entire yard, over 4,500 sq feet, hydro seed, and place a few boulders throughout the yard . They initiated conversations with our neighbor, explaining and ensuring no damage to their yard would occur and if hey had any questions or concerns to please talk to them right way, they had none, and everything went smoothly. Dan and his brother pay attention to detail from start to finish and we greatly appreciated that. The grass is starting to grow and everything looks great. The price was well worth it."
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Robert Engstrom Landscaping
5.0(
8
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harris, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rob is a skilled stone and paver artist. He rebuilt our stone lakeshore with care, and created new retaining walls and paver walkway for our lakefront home. Robâ s work is beautiful, and he works quickly. I will definitely hire Rob again."
Boulder Wall
Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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SFC Terrain Works
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harris, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired SFCterrainworks to remove several large trees and to remove a large brush pile. Excellent work all around! Very considerate through every step and very competitive pricing. I have used other contractors in the past for comparison. I highly recommend SFCTerrainworks."
Sand piles
Spread and compacted
Powerrake attachment
After Compaction.
Gravel driveway TLC.

+2

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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North Metro Site Works Inc.
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harris, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great experience from start to finish! The team was professional, showed up on time, and explained everything clearly throughout the process. They kept the job site organized and completed the work with real attention to detail. We would absolutely recommend them."
Home Foundation
Home Foundation
Home Foundation
Home Foundation
Demolition

+4

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cutting edge services
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harris, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Cutting Edge Services provides professional landscaping, grading, and excavation with a focus on quality, precision, and reliability. From site prep and land leveling to drainage solutions and landscape improvements, we handle projects of all sizes with the right equipment and attention to detail.\nWe show up on time, communicate clearly, and get the job done right the first time. When you hire Cutting Edge Services, you’re choosing dependable work and results you can trust.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cm lawn & landscape
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Harris, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Im chad owner of CM Lawn&Landscape inc. Been in this industry for over 25 years there nothing we cant do in this industry. We provide Lawn care services & landscape services. Weather your looking for weekly lawn care or a whole new landscape make over we got you covered.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

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