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Oak tree construction services llc
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Fargo, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When he set the appointment to be at our house on a Saturday morning at 8:00 am. He was here with a crew of 5 plus himself. Job was done around 2:00 pm. All the branches were cleaned up and stumps removed along with the wood chips. We kept the wood from the 2 trees and they stacked it off to the side for us. Great job/customer service."
Oak Tree Construction Service, LLC
My Work
Oak Tree Construction Service, LLC
My Work
My Work

+7

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Colby's Excavating
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Fargo, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"His work was fast and efficient. He dug some trenches in my yard for electrical wires."
Leonard convenience
Leonard convenience
Leonard convenience
Leonard convenience
Leonard convenience store

+10

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JSA Dirtworks, LLC
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Fargo, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a good job. Kept in contact about when they would be here and how long it would take. The work turned out nicely."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Quality Grading and Dirtworks, LLP
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Fargo, ND 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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Right EYE Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Fargo, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Craig was phenomenal in his approach and was able to think outside the box for much of what I needed done in relation to my "Vision". Was early to the job and stayed late to get it done! Unheard of in Fargo for contractors! I couldn't ask for anything more! Will hire again!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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B&W Services LLC
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Fargo, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Done in a timely and clean manner. Very pleased"
Response time10 hrs
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First Call Home Improvements, Inc
0.0(
6
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Fargo, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

First Call . . . does it all!!! First Call Home Improvements, Inc. is the regions only complete home improvement and landscaping company. Whether it's a small kitchen improvement, a major basement remodel, handyman services, a long overdue landscaping project, or a weekly mowing schedule, First Call is ready to help. Our mission is to be THE company you call for all your homes maintenance and repair needs. When you're ready to start planning your project or need something fixed in a hurry just ask us for a free estimate. First Call will be with you from project start to project completion. Contact us today!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Because decomposed granite is a durable material, a crushed rock or gravel base is optional as long as the DG is properly installed and compacted. However, installing a base is a good idea because it will ensure proper drainage and stability and act as a weed suppressant (although you may still occasionally have to pull weeds). Installing an adequate base can also increase the durability of driveways and walkways. If you forego the paver base or gravel underneath, line the area with landscaping fabric to avoid weeds.

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.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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