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Egress Window Guy Inc

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Egress Window Guy Inc

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Egress Window Guy provides high quality installation and repair services for egress windows and window wells. Your job is done right the first time. This is all we do, and we do it well! We use many brands and sizes of high quality windows, area wells and material. Our crews have years of experience and know the codes. If interested in references near your home, please ask us! Most installations can be completed in one day. Award winning service!

"Just recently had a 48in x 48in egress window installed in our basement. The 2 gentlemen, Caleb & Graham were nothing short of awesome. I'm a retired carpenter and I can say their craftsmanship was second to none. Clean, precise. I was enjoying the perfect gape in our foundation and the framework even before they installed the window, because it was being done properly. Heck, even the hole they dug for the well was precise. Both Caleb & Graham were very friendly, communicative and courteous. Would use again and highly recommend."

Robert L on November 2024

Egress Window Guy provides high quality installation and repair services for egress windows and window wells. Your job is done right the first time. This is all we do, and we do it well! We use many brands and sizes of high quality windows, area wells and material. Our crews have years of experience and know the codes. If interested in references near your home, please ask us! Most installations can be completed in one day. Award winning service!

"Just recently had a 48in x 48in egress window installed in our basement. The 2 gentlemen, Caleb & Graham were nothing short of awesome. I'm a retired carpenter and I can say their craftsmanship was second to none. Clean, precise. I was enjoying the perfect gape in our foundation and the framework even before they installed the window, because it was being done properly. Heck, even the hole they dug for the well was precise. Both Caleb & Graham were very friendly, communicative and courteous. Would use again and highly recommend."

Robert L on November 2024


Dan Richter Construction LLC

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Dan Richter Construction LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a full service General Contractor building new custom homes and garages, and remodels. We also build to your plans or ours. We will also do small jobs and subcontracting to other contractors for the do-it-yourself homeowner/contractor.

We are a full service General Contractor building new custom homes and garages, and remodels. We also build to your plans or ours. We will also do small jobs and subcontracting to other contractors for the do-it-yourself homeowner/contractor.


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Nick's Tree & Landscape

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Nick's Tree & Landscape

4.20(
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Customers say: Terrific value
19 years of experience

We are a professional company that will not let you down on any of your landscaping needs. At Nicks Tree and Landscape We have only the best well trained staff to get the job done the correct way. One call can do it all. check out our website at www.Nickstree.com for more info.

We are a professional company that will not let you down on any of your landscaping needs. At Nicks Tree and Landscape We have only the best well trained staff to get the job done the correct way. One call can do it all. check out our website at www.Nickstree.com for more info.




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KEITH DREWES EXCAVATING

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KEITH DREWES EXCAVATING

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Keith Drewes Excavating LLC has over 40 years of experience as an excavating contractor. We are the 3rd generation of excavating contractors. The best words to describe our company are honest, dependable, and consistent; showing up when scheduled with awesome communication.

Keith Drewes Excavating LLC has over 40 years of experience as an excavating contractor. We are the 3rd generation of excavating contractors. The best words to describe our company are honest, dependable, and consistent; showing up when scheduled with awesome communication.


Wangen Excavating

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Wangen Excavating

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Wangen Excavating is here to provide quality service to the Austin and Albert Lea area. We specialize in septic tank inspections and replacements. There's no job to big or too small for us to tackle.

Wangen Excavating is here to provide quality service to the Austin and Albert Lea area. We specialize in septic tank inspections and replacements. There's no job to big or too small for us to tackle.


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D & E DirtWorx

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D & E DirtWorx

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

D&E Dirtworx offering residential and commercial skid loader work ranging from dirt work, land grading and clearing, material spreading, brush mowing, tree removal, tree cleanup, grove cleanup, side walk removal, small demolition, fence line removal, and anything else you may possibly have in mind . We also have dirt, clay, and other types of aggregates to offer and can haul field rocks, trees, metal, concrete, and all other materials away from your site. You dream it and we can do it, no project is too big for us to handle. We have many attachments and 2 machines to get your job done properly and efficiently. Give us a call today to get your job lined up next!

"They did great work, they were very productive and got the job done in a timely manner. Will definitely hire again with another project!"

Keigan B on April 2024

D&E Dirtworx offering residential and commercial skid loader work ranging from dirt work, land grading and clearing, material spreading, brush mowing, tree removal, tree cleanup, grove cleanup, side walk removal, small demolition, fence line removal, and anything else you may possibly have in mind . We also have dirt, clay, and other types of aggregates to offer and can haul field rocks, trees, metal, concrete, and all other materials away from your site. You dream it and we can do it, no project is too big for us to handle. We have many attachments and 2 machines to get your job done properly and efficiently. Give us a call today to get your job lined up next!

"They did great work, they were very productive and got the job done in a timely manner. Will definitely hire again with another project!"

Keigan B on April 2024


For complete excavation, septic installation and maintenance, land clearing, and demolition services, you need to work with us.


Viita's Excavating Corp

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Viita's Excavating Corp

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Viita's Excavating Inc. "The septic specialist" has been in business for 15 years. Viita's Excavating, Inc. is the only full service septic contractor in the Lake Vermilion area offering septic design and inspection, installation, maintenance, repair, septic pumping and line cleaning. In addition to septic services, Viita's offers full excavating services including site preparation, brush cutting, road building, basement excavation, building prep, hardscaping, demolition, hauling, water and sewer hookups, pond building and any other earthwork you may need. We have designed, install and maintain systems from 10 gallons per day up to 15,000 gallons per day. Our pump trucks are radio dispatched for fast service. We use a user friendly web site to set up an appointment after hours. During our business hours our phone is answered by a member of our team. Our service area is from Duluth to International Falls and from Grand Rapids to Two harbors.

Viita's Excavating Inc. "The septic specialist" has been in business for 15 years. Viita's Excavating, Inc. is the only full service septic contractor in the Lake Vermilion area offering septic design and inspection, installation, maintenance, repair, septic pumping and line cleaning. In addition to septic services, Viita's offers full excavating services including site preparation, brush cutting, road building, basement excavation, building prep, hardscaping, demolition, hauling, water and sewer hookups, pond building and any other earthwork you may need. We have designed, install and maintain systems from 10 gallons per day up to 15,000 gallons per day. Our pump trucks are radio dispatched for fast service. We use a user friendly web site to set up an appointment after hours. During our business hours our phone is answered by a member of our team. Our service area is from Duluth to International Falls and from Grand Rapids to Two harbors.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Using a drill to bore holes in the stump's center speeds up the process, whatever method you use. If you don’t have a drill, you can still chainsaw or chisel the stump to make it hollow; it will just take more elbow grease and time. Steer clear of burning the stump to hollow it if you can’t drill some holes in it first. Otherwise, getting it to light, stay lit, and burn right through will be a challenge.

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

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