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Clark Companies, Inc
4.5(
105
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Long Lake, 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
283 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Loews Sod
4.9(
9
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Long Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Brady did a wonderful job. Was very clear about how long the project would take and when heâ d start it. Him and his crew were very professional and treated my yard like it was their own, I highly recommend Loews Sod"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Land Construction Solutions LLC
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Long Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Land Construction Solutions: your premier choice for residential and commercial construction services. We specialize in a wide range of projects, such as demolition, excavation, shoreline restoration, landscaping, irrigation, and more. Our team of skilled professionals is dedicated to delivering high quality work and exceptional customer service. From start to finish, we provide a seamless and personalized experience, going above and beyond to meet your unique needs and ensure your complete satisfaction. Choose Land Construction Solutions for unparalleled craftsmanship, meticulous attention to detail, and a dedication to excellence that sets us apart.

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Worthington Home Solutions
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Long Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi, I'm Clay. Im a dad of 4 from 26 down to 6. Im also a grandpa. I've been in the construction industry for almost 30 years. I just recently obtained my llc kind of on a whim. And now im here looking for work. I do carpentry, cabinets, windows, doors, patching sheetrock, patching roofs, siding repair, anything around the house you haven't had time to get to. Im a small business, meaning just me. I can work anywhere around Mankato, st. Peter, Montgomery, New Prague, elysian, Waterville, waseca, Cleveland, Madison lake, anywhere in that general area. Im attentive, courteous, respectful, and im here to help you. Tell me your needs and we'll come up with a Worthington Home Solution...

Vinyl privacy fence
Vinyl privacy fence
Vinyl privacy fence
Vinyl privacy fence
Vinyl privacy fence

+1

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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

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.

Yes, you can install a trench drain if you already have concrete in your yard or garden. While it can complicate some aspects of the job and slightly run up the cost, it is doable. Residential trench drains can be easily retrofitted to outdoor areas with concrete without having to remove excessive amounts of your patio, pool area, or decorative walkways.

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.

Hardscaping often requires preparation of the ground in the area where the feature is being installed. This can include digging, compacting, and leveling the soil, ensuring adequate drainage, and removing any existing plants. The extent of preparation needed will depend on the type and size of the hardscaping feature being installed.

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