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

Serving Newport, 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
321 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 Newport, 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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Come First Construction LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Newport, MN and surrounding areas

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

Serving Newport, 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

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

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