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Last update on September 17, 2024

Reviewed in September 2024
If you're looking for quality work, Jake is the person to call! I hired him to install a drainage system for my sump pump, connecting it to the city's drain tile in my front yard. He was punctual for the estimate and managed to schedule the job quickly. When the day came, he arrived...
On Point Excavation LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
JDA built our home 17â higher than the excavation plan. As a result, we had to do additional retaining walls, and had to modify the exterior stairway. They built the interior stair railings 4â above code. These had to be ripped out and redone, and the railing now wobbles. The sheetrock work...
JDA Builders
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Reviewed in August 2023
We hired Dave to do a complete bathroom remodel in our cabin. He did an amazing job. He updated us frequently on his progress. He even had to crawl in a very small area under the the cabin to do the plumbing. Good luck finding other contractors to do that! If you need an A+ contractor,...
DB Remodeling LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
The work was done quickly and efficiently. Afterwards, the yard was cleaned up nicely. The cost was much less than other quotes I received. I would definitely use Stump-Ez again.
Stump-Ez LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
Clearwater Tree Service did a great job! They were able to remove a tree and grind the stump within a few days after we called. They were courteous and did a thorough job cleaning up when finished.
Clearview Tree Service
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Reviewed in October 2021
They accomplish a very difficult job with good cleanup very thankful. I will hire them again
Metro Pro, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2021
Rylan and team did a great job removing and filling old landscaping and regrading the disturbed areas. They were in and out quickly and left everything in great shape. Our yard looks much better now! Hire these guys, they’re top notch.
Axys Construction
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Reviewed in June 2021
Highly recommend PU for any excavation project.
Precision Utilities
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Reviewed in March 2021
We had just completed the construction of a new detached garage on our property including a new driveway between the garage and road. The excavator had prepared the sight and did good job contouring the area around the garage and driveway, but the ground had relatively steep slopes on two sides....
Dehn's Landscaping
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Reviewed in February 2021
Our sewer backed up and an inspection with a camera showed that the pipe to our septic tank was broken. I call Kothrade Excavating and Glen came right over to check it out and told me exactly what he needed to do. He emailed me a quote in a couple of days. The price was reasonable and we...
KOTHRADE SEWER WATER & EXCAVTG
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"I hired Clark Companies to do grading, bury gutter down spouts, and install decorative rock around my house. They did a great job, finished up in a day, and planted seed to restore the grass that was unavoidably disturbed. Iâ m very pleased, highly recommend Clark Companies and would use them in the future."

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Recommended by66%of homeowners

Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

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"Perfectly job done. The dumped the pile in right spot with little instructions."

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CADY HANDYMAN SERVICES

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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

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"They are excellent. I have never had any dissapointment at all. They are very clean and professional. All around a good experience."

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Don Green's Dirt Service

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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"Contacting them after seeing their ad in the Angie's List magazine. John was great to work with and he and the team did a great job. Consulted with me throughout the entire process and we're very happy with the result. Leveled and graded our backyard (~4,000 feet) and laid new sod."

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GENADEK LANDSCAPING & EXCAVATING INC

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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

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"I was very impressed by Stan's operation and crew, their price was competitive and they performed excellent work.
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Recommended by77%of homeowners

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Creative Earthscapes, Inc

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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"Workers were very careful not the disturb cable wiring, sprinkler system. Very happy with VERY safe steps providing SAFE access to Commons area. Down a hill. Very satisfied."

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Kurilla Contracting Company

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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Austin and his crew did a great job with my landscaping / drainage project."

Response time3 days

Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Kurilla Contracting Company

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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Iâ m very pleased with the end results. Had a French drain installed & a retaining wall replaced with boulders. Tyler & Brad worked hard and were able to complete work in one day."

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Recommended by85%of homeowners

Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Austin and his crew did a great job with my landscaping / drainage project."

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Heinen Contracting Inc

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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"Estimate, crew, and project professionally executed within time frame quoted. Photos presented of other completed projects were helpful. Finish work is top notch. Just contacted this company for another project slated for later this year. Looking forward to working with them again.
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Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Generally, a trenchless sewer line is worth the cost. If your old system needs replacement, trenchless sewer repair or replacement can save you thousands on excavation costs. Every homeowner’s situation is different, but this method is definitely worth it in a lot of cases.

You can dig 60 to 80 linear feet by hand per day depending on the depth. Digging a 100-foot trench by hand will take you two work days, but it can take longer if you have heavy or rocky soil. If you’re digging a deep trench or one that’s over 100 feet, consider renting a mechanical trencher, such as a walk-behind or ride-on, or calling a pro for help.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

How deep your septic system needs to be into the ground depends on several factors. In extremely cold environments, the tank needs to rest below the maximum frost line, which can be up to six or eight feet deep. The standard burying depth for most systems is between a few inches and four feet below ground level. Depth can also depend on the slope of the landscaping and other property variables.

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