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"They did a absolutely fantastic job. Very clean and professional installation of my instant water heater."

Brian B on January 2021

Heartland Heating and Cooling, Inc., is your number one HVAC professional! We have years of experience and we can handle any job, large or small. We strive to build a strong relationship with every client so call us today!

"They did a absolutely fantastic job. Very clean and professional installation of my instant water heater."

Brian B on January 2021




Artisan Concrete & Demo

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Artisan Concrete & Demo

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12 years of experience

Talent, confidence, and determination are key to our success. Our talent is to either translate and create or elaborate and enunciate your concept or design. Confidence facilitates from initial confrontation and until final completion of the task at hand; and that would be the soul we put into conceptual design. Our determination for practical innovation and conceptually sound design furthers our ability with Technology.

Talent, confidence, and determination are key to our success. Our talent is to either translate and create or elaborate and enunciate your concept or design. Confidence facilitates from initial confrontation and until final completion of the task at hand; and that would be the soul we put into conceptual design. Our determination for practical innovation and conceptually sound design furthers our ability with Technology.


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Red River Enterprises LLC

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Red River Enterprises LLC

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14 years of experience

Red River Enterprises LLC has a proven record of excellence in designing and managing several building and concrete construction projects in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. No matter the size of your project, our experienced professionals at Red River Enterprises LLC will plan, design, construct, and maintain your project on time and on budget. You'll Be Glad You Chose Us Effective planning is crucial to the successful completion of any project. Before starting any project, our team of experts will first assess your goals. Then we provide you with an estimate and time-line for completion. From beginning to end you will be involved every step of the way. Cost-Effective Services Eliminate all the items on your to-do list by calling the experts at Red River Enterprises LLC. You'll be glad you did. We have many years of experience and work hard to make sure the job is done right while saving you time, money, and aggravation. We'll be there whenever you need us. Call us today to get your concrete projects underway.

Red River Enterprises LLC has a proven record of excellence in designing and managing several building and concrete construction projects in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. No matter the size of your project, our experienced professionals at Red River Enterprises LLC will plan, design, construct, and maintain your project on time and on budget. You'll Be Glad You Chose Us Effective planning is crucial to the successful completion of any project. Before starting any project, our team of experts will first assess your goals. Then we provide you with an estimate and time-line for completion. From beginning to end you will be involved every step of the way. Cost-Effective Services Eliminate all the items on your to-do list by calling the experts at Red River Enterprises LLC. You'll be glad you did. We have many years of experience and work hard to make sure the job is done right while saving you time, money, and aggravation. We'll be there whenever you need us. Call us today to get your concrete projects underway.



Panther Construction LLC.

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Panther Construction LLC.

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14 years of experience

Panther construction was Established in 2011. Although we are a newer company, our members and employees come with a large and vast history of experience In residential construction. Not only do we strive to complete top quality work, but we push to keep costs down for the customer. We hope to acquire your buisness, and look forward to hearing from you soon.

Panther construction was Established in 2011. Although we are a newer company, our members and employees come with a large and vast history of experience In residential construction. Not only do we strive to complete top quality work, but we push to keep costs down for the customer. We hope to acquire your buisness, and look forward to hearing from you soon.




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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Most states do not require excavation companies to hold specific licenses, but many require at least a contractor’s license. Additionally, heavy equipment operators require a special commercial equipment license to operate machinery required for excavation. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that an excavation company you’re considering hiring is fully licensed. You should also make sure that the excavation team is fully insured before allowing them to work on your property.

No, a ditch isn’t a trench. A ditch is an open, relatively shallow channel that’s carved out of the ground and used for drainage purposes. In contrast, a trench is a deeper excavation that’s entirely underground. Trenches have many uses, including gas lines, sewage systems, and electrical wiring. Unlike trenches, ditches don’t get filled back in with dirt after they’re dug.

Most municipalities require excavation permits for any significant digging, especially if the excavation affects utilities or public property. However, permits for excavation depend on your local government and the scope of the project. Hire an experienced contractor for your excavation job so that they can be the ones to deal with permitting, not you. 

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even if the project only involves grading or yard leveling. Excavation permits help protect the topography in your area and can avoid issues with poor drainage. In most cases, your excavation company will know whether or not permits are required and will even pull them and close them out for you before and after the job. You can also verify whether permits are necessary by calling your local building department and explaining the proposed project.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

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