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Vitak Lawn and Landscape, LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Joseph, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had a great experience working with Vitak. Joe took time to get to know us and what our vision was for our yard. He worked with us to select the perfect trees and bushes for our yard. The work was done on time and they cleaned up so nice."
Retainig Wall
Small Landscape Design
Retaining Wall and Rock Bed
Sod and Rock Bed Install
Patio

+6

Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Earthworks LLC
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Joseph, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Earthworks last summer to dig out part of my hillside and create a larger turnaround area for my driveway, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. They did excellent work from start to finish. The team was friendly, polite, and incredibly easy to work with. They took the time to explain my different options clearly and helped me choose the best approach for the space. They were also very flexible with scheduling and paid close attention to weather conditions and rain so the project could be done safely and without issues. I really appreciated how considerate they were of my neighbors as well—they made sure the heavy equipment didn’t damage the road and kept everything clean and respectful."
Landscape Rock
Landscape Rock
Landscape Rock
Landscape Rock
Landscape Rock

+29

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Hedstrom Excavating
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Joseph, 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
Peterson Property Services LLC
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Joseph, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Peterson Property Services LLC has years of experience in landscaping, excavation, and property improvements. We’ve completed projects ranging from shoreline work and grading to landscaping and property cleanups.\n\nWhere you can work\nBased in Spicer, MN, we serve the surrounding areas and travel for the right projects.\n\nWhat your special skills are\nSpecializing in excavation, shoreline restoration, rip rap, grading, drainage, landscaping, brush removal, and property maintenance.\n\nWhy they should hire you\nWe take pride in quality work, honest communication, and leaving every property better than we found it. No matter the size of the project, we get the job done right.

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Jacobson Landscaping
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Saint Joseph, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At Jacobsons Outdoor Solutions we take pride in making your property look its best! We offer a variety of services such as landscaping, mowing, trimming, tree removal, brush removal driveway grading and more. We do work in the st.cloud area down to the cities and surrounding areas. If you hire us you can rest assured you will be getting your job done right the first time!

Mulch garden renovation
Mulch garden renovation
Mulch garden renovation
Mulch garden renovation
Mulch garden renovation

+2

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

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.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

Call 811 to locate and mark the gas lines at least three days before digging. In many areas, you can dig within 18 inches of the lines, though in some locations, the distance may be further. Check local regulations, as you may need a utility company representative onsite when digging. Document your calls to 811 and precautions taken to avoid gas lines. A homeowner can be held liable for hitting a gas line in some cases, but contacting the proper authorities and following all guidelines can offer protection.

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

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