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Avatar for PHM, INC.
PHM, INC.
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Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very pleased with the patio and landscaping provided by Pat's company. He was very helpful in the planning and his team did a great job as can be seen in the final results. We highly recommend him."
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+15

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Minnesota Grown Services
4.9(
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Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very easy and professional to work with from start to finish. My husband and I were nervous to work with another contractor, due to a previous very larger concrete project that had a few bumps towards the end of the project and we don't realize it would tear up most of our yard. The first call to Dan started with a small project grading and leveling estimate but through further discussions and Dan answering our questions; we decided to have them complete a larger landscaping project: replace a 72 feet rock wall with a boulder wall, frame a small flower garden with rocks, level and grade entire yard, over 4,500 sq feet, hydro seed, and place a few boulders throughout the yard . They initiated conversations with our neighbor, explaining and ensuring no damage to their yard would occur and if hey had any questions or concerns to please talk to them right way, they had none, and everything went smoothly. Dan and his brother pay attention to detail from start to finish and we greatly appreciated that. The grass is starting to grow and everything looks great. The price was well worth it."
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clark Companies, Inc
4.5(
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Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas

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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."
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Double Boulder Wall
Commercial City Wall

+140

Response time1 day
265 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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High Point Properties
4.9(
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Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gunner and his crew absolutely crushed this landscaping job. Responsive and detail oriented through the entire process. HP properties is the only company I will go to for my future landscaping and lawn care needs."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Outdoor Aesthetix
5.0(
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Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas

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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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Specialty Property Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used Specialty Property Solutions for several projects over the last few years. Gavin and his crew go above and beyond with great service, great communication, and great results. Highly recommend."
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Flower/Plant Installation

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15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Loews Sod
4.9(
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Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas

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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%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Exclusive Lawn & Landscape LLC
5.0(
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Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I couldn’t recommend this landscaping company more! From start to finish, they were professional, reliable, and seriously talented. They took the time to listen to exactly what I wanted and turned my vision into something even better than I imagined. The attention to detail really stood out—everything from the layout to the finishing touches was done with so much care. They showed up on time, communicated clearly, and made the whole process easy and stress-free. My yard looks completely transformed, and I’ve gotten so many compliments already. If you’re looking for a team that genuinely takes pride in their work and delivers amazing results, this is the one to go with!"
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

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