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Integrity Services

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Integrity Services

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Customers say: Quality work
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Integrity Services, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it's tree removal, or brick or stone patio installation, we can take care of all of your landscaping needs. We look forward to working with you!

"They did a very good professional job. I was very satisfied with them. They showed up when they said they would and completed the job to my satisfaction."

John H on November 2020

At Integrity Services, we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it's tree removal, or brick or stone patio installation, we can take care of all of your landscaping needs. We look forward to working with you!

"They did a very good professional job. I was very satisfied with them. They showed up when they said they would and completed the job to my satisfaction."

John H on November 2020

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R&N Land Clearing

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R&N Land Clearing

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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Large amount of work was needed, and job is about 80% complete. Hard workers that want to do a great job. Very courteous and professional when discussing details. They were willing to rent special equipment to get the work finished. "

Darwin E on April 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Large amount of work was needed, and job is about 80% complete. Hard workers that want to do a great job. Very courteous and professional when discussing details. They were willing to rent special equipment to get the work finished. "

Darwin E on April 2025

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Shores Edge Excavating

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Shores Edge Excavating

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Excavating Sewer Systems Septic Systems Rock Walls Retaining Walls Boulder Walls Grading Sloping Basements Foundations Landscaping Shorelines Shoreline Rip-rap Beaches Boat Landings Tree Removal

"It went excellent. Troy does amazing work and would definitely hire him again for my needs in Ortonville, MN. He took the time and designed the area for us and then made it look better than we even imagined."

Chance H on May 2019

Excavating Sewer Systems Septic Systems Rock Walls Retaining Walls Boulder Walls Grading Sloping Basements Foundations Landscaping Shorelines Shoreline Rip-rap Beaches Boat Landings Tree Removal

"It went excellent. Troy does amazing work and would definitely hire him again for my needs in Ortonville, MN. He took the time and designed the area for us and then made it look better than we even imagined."

Chance H on May 2019

Royal Nielsen Construction

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Royal Nielsen Construction

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65 years of experience

With plenty of experience as utilities contractors, we use the most advanced equipment to provide quality excavation work on your property. Call us today in Piedmont. Snow Removal services available.

With plenty of experience as utilities contractors, we use the most advanced equipment to provide quality excavation work on your property. Call us today in Piedmont. Snow Removal services available.

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Last update on December 30, 2025

Excavating questions, answered by experts

The cost to dig a trench ranges from $400 to $1,200 per 100 linear feet, depending on the soil, depth, and width. Plan to spend $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching (it’ll be on the higher end if you have rocky soil). Renting a trencher costs $100 to $250 per hour, depending on the type of trencher. 

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. 

Almost any kind of home can have a wine cellar or cabinet installed. You’ll need an area where a concrete floor can be put in, along with the necessary insulation, climate control, and ventilation systems. If you think of yourself as an aspiring sommelier, an underground wine cellar may be ideal, but it will cost significantly more. 

What you choose to install really depends on your budget and how many bottles you’re looking to store.

The best type of soil to build on is a mixture of sand and clay, known as loam soil. Loam soil has the best combination of these soil types to build a foundation on. The clay particles help with water retention, so it won’t erode like sandy soil might, and the sandy particles help with drainage, so you won’t see unsafe soil expansion or have an increased risk of leaks from water sitting against your foundation.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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