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Avatar for Lassonde Excavating
Lassonde Excavating
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lake Elmo, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quick response

"Kyle Lassonde gave us a very fair price, was clear about the steps and timing for regrading our gravel driveway, and followed through with timely professional work. I definitely recommend him and Lassonde Excavating."
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Before Photo
Gravel Pad for RV Storage
Finished Gravel
Finished Gravel

+11

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Clark Companies, Inc
4.5(
105
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lake Elmo, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Team performed exceptional work. My project wasn't the largest but they were in and out in one day! I would recommend this company to anyone looking for landscaping help."
NEW WALL
Huge Patio DONE!
Retaining wall
Double Boulder Wall
Commercial City Wall

+140

Response time1 day
323 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Outdoor Aesthetix
5.0(
13
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lake Elmo, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a complete yard, front and back, design and execution of the design. Work involved removal of original yard and over grown plantings and unwanted trees. That work was done with care but very thorough. Then the new design was brought to life and transformed our outdoor space and its enjoy ability. We continue to utilize Outdoor Aesthetics for ongoing work for spring and fall cleanup as well as refining our yard as we tweak the plantings to enrich enjoyment."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
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Romero Landscape & Tree Service
5.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Lake Elmo, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired for tree removal, block wall upgrade, remove garden, install sod, tree removal and trimming of another tree. Excellent service, and fair pricing. They cleaned up after work was done even in the street where trucks for debris were stationed. Workers worked very hard and were very nice and did a great job. Mariano, the owner was willing to help out with things I forgot to mention at the bidding process and all work completed in the designated time. I would hire them again."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Come First Construction LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Lake Elmo, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Based out of Maplewood, MN, we serve all over Minnesota, specifically the Twin Cities and surrounding area! We specialize in all matters regarding residential construction from foundation to rooftop! Whether you’re a homeowner looking for some small repairs, a DIYer who got a little carried away with a kitchen renovation, a hobby farm looking for a new pole barn, or newlyweds looking to build their first home, you’ve come to the right place! Fully licensed and insured, we prioritize integrity when it comes to our work and the products we use. We value each client by honoring and respecting them with healthy and frequent communication and check-in’s to navigate the overall customer experience! OUR CUSTOMERS COME FIRST! We specialize in all things construction: roofing, siding, windows, decks, porches, additions, garages, pole barns, kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living rooms, basements, concrete, interior, exterior, you name it, we do it! Get a free quote today!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

The cost to drill a well varies, with a national average of around $5,500 for a 150-foot well. However, prices can fluctuate significantly based on several factors, including your location, the required well depth, geological conditions, local regulations, and the specific drilling methods used. For the most accurate cost assessment, it is best to research and get quotes from local well-drilling professionals in your area.

Yes, trenchers can go through gravel. Gravel is made up of smaller, softer rocks that certain trenchers are able to cut through. Just be sure to use a rock wheel trencher or chain trencher, both of which are made to cut through rocky landscapes and gravel pathways without dulling the teeth or chain.

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