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On Point Excavation LLC
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving New Germany, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"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 fully prepared with all the necessary materials. Throughout the process, Jake went above and beyond, even addressing additional issues that arose along the way. He's already working on an estimate for another project - replacing my driveway - and I won't hesitate to hire him again. With On Point Excavation, you can count on excellent results!"
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Worthington Home Solutions
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving New Germany, 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...

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G III Landscapers LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving New Germany, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Hello my name is Guillermo. This is the company's first year open. I am glad to serve the communities around me and help solve any landscape needs. \n\nSpecializing in garden care, plant transplanting, pruning and trimming, planting, shrub and small tree removal, sodding mulch installations and more.

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New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving New Germany, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Hi, I’m Dave, the owner of a reliable and hardworking lawn care service dedicated to keeping your yard looking clean, healthy, and well-maintained. I take pride in providing quality work, dependable service, and professional results every time.\nWhether you need routine lawn mowing, trimming, edging, or a seasonal cleanup, I’m here to make maintaining your property simple and stress-free. My goal is to treat every yard like it’s my own and leave every customer satisfied with the results.\nReliable service. Clean yards. Quality work.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

To drill a shallow well, you may be able to use a drive well point. This is a tapered point that is driven into the ground. A drill bit at the end of PVC pipe may be another option to consider. A lot of the cost depends on what tools are available near you.

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