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Avatar for JP Sitework
JP Sitework
4.6(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hermantown, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At J.P. Sitework LLC, we are dedicated to providing prompt, top quality septic installation, repair and service using state of the art products and techniques to our valued customers. With over 25 years of industry, we offer the best service money can buy. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the range of services we offer. We specialize in a wide variety of services and our goal is to be a one stop shop in the Excavation department. Whether you are just getting started and need a septic design or are near the end of the project, and need to explore final grade options, or anything in between. We have a solution that will fit your needs. We possess the know-how and the proper equipment to complete you job correctly the first time on time and on budget. We look forward to meeting with you to discuss your vision.

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+7

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Boulder Creek Outdoor Living
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hermantown, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Boulder Creek Outdoor Living specializes in high-end landscape design and construction across Northeast Minnesota. \n\nWe focus on creating outdoor spaces that feel natural to the land—patios, walkways, retaining walls, shoreline improvements, and complete property transformations designed for long-term use.\n\nFrom the first consultation through final installation, our goal is simple: make the process clear, thoughtful, and built to last.

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+17

Response time2 days
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Up North Clearing LLC
5.0(
4
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hermantown, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Up North Clearing 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 time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
The Grass is Greener
4.8(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hermantown, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

The Grass is Greener, 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 time8 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Skyline Contractors
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Hermantown, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Located in Duluth Minnesota, Skyline Contractors offers services from general dirt work, driveways, land clearing, digging ponds, shoreline restoration, retaining walls, building pads, utilities, etc. we also do snow removal and plowing, as well as sanding for both commercial and residential. Although our main office is located in Duluth, we offer our services throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ledgerock Builders, LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hermantown, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

LEDGEROCK BUILDERS LLC 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 time4 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
L&S Quality Septic and Dirt Work LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hermantown, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Budreau Companies
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Hermantown, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At Budreau Companies LLC, we specialize in precision excavation for residential and commercial projects. From grading and leveling to cutting and filling, our team handles every aspect of site preparation efficiently and safely. Using dozers, skid steers, excavators and laser grading systems, we ensure accurate, consistent results.\nOur commitment to quality, clear communication, and reliability sets us apart. Whether it’s a small residential lot or a large commercial site, we deliver professional workmanship and dependable service every time. With Budreau Companies LLC, your project is prepared right, on time, and on budget.\n\n

Dirt to asphalt milling driveway
Dirt to asphalt milling driveway
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Dirt to asphalt milling driveway
Dirt to asphalt milling driveway

+5

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Diser Construction
4.6(
24
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hermantown, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job, but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you are going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We are not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

Back of cabin
back of cabin
side of cabin
back of cabin
Back of Cain

+49

Response time3 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SFC Terrain Works
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hermantown, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are dedicated to being prompt, professional and communicative. Our main focus is Tree removal and Gravel driveway installations, restorations and maintenance. While we focus on driveways and tree removal that doesn't mean our services stop there. We can help you with land clearing, site preparations, underground propane tank installations, landscape materials placement and much more. Our focus is the customer! Through trust, transparency and reliability we hope to work with you on your next project

Sand piles
Spread and compacted
Powerrake attachment
After Compaction.
Gravel driveway TLC.

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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.

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.

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

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