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Sanstead Excavating LLC
5.0(
10
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pelican Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave was very responsive and did a good job installing a tile and sloping around the house."
Excavating to install storm sewer
Response time7 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Hedstrom Excavating
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pelican Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At Hedstrom Excavating, LLC we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Response time1 day
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4 Seasons Lawn & Cabin Care
4.8(
13
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pelican Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional, punctual, and knowledgeable. Project was completed clean and on schedule."
Lake Lida
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Apex Excavating
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pelican Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very great customer service, attentive to detail and showed up when needed. Worked well with the other trades to schedule accordingly. Would recommend!"
Driveways and black dirt
Driveways and black dirt
Rest of lawn regrading
Driveways and black dirt
Driveways and black dirt

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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rough Cut Renovations - Moorhead, Minnesota Facebook
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pelican Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rough Cut was hired for some front/back door work. Derek did high quality, custom door modifications for me and I was very impressed with the overall experience. Derek is a true Professional!"
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Quality Grading and Dirtworks, LLP
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Pelican Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent service at a reasonable price. Will use their services again if I find myself needing snow removal ð"
snow removal
snow removal
snow removal
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Chipmunks dig their burrows about three feet deep and up to 30 feet long. The entrances can be two inches wide or more. Chipmunks are fiercely protective of their burrows and use them to protect the nuts and seeds they gather for the long winters.

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