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Optimal Terrain

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Optimal Terrain

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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Optimal Terrain takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Needed the dirt on the side of my garage leveled for a camper. Very nice work and reasonably priced. I would highly recommend them."

Heidi H on October 2025

Optimal Terrain takes great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Needed the dirt on the side of my garage leveled for a camper. Very nice work and reasonably priced. I would highly recommend them."

Heidi H on October 2025


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J Holtz Excavating, LLC

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J Holtz Excavating, LLC

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11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

J Holtz Excavating, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 5 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

J Holtz Excavating, LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 5 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!


PGA Inc

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PGA Inc

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are proud of almost two decades of service to the Wausau area. PGA Inc has earned a reputation as a trusted name in plumbing, heating and cooling, electric, septic, excavation, and insulation. Our staff looks forward to serving both residential and commercial customers. From service calls to large construction projects, we constantly strive for a level of quality and professionalism that is a cut above the competition. Next time you have a construction or remodeling project, give us a call for a free quote. And don't forget we offer a dedicated service department with 24/7 emergency service.

"Great service! Shawn was tech and was timely, extremely professional and checked out my entire system. Will use them again in the future!"

John D on May 2020

We are proud of almost two decades of service to the Wausau area. PGA Inc has earned a reputation as a trusted name in plumbing, heating and cooling, electric, septic, excavation, and insulation. Our staff looks forward to serving both residential and commercial customers. From service calls to large construction projects, we constantly strive for a level of quality and professionalism that is a cut above the competition. Next time you have a construction or remodeling project, give us a call for a free quote. And don't forget we offer a dedicated service department with 24/7 emergency service.

"Great service! Shawn was tech and was timely, extremely professional and checked out my entire system. Will use them again in the future!"

John D on May 2020


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Trash Out Pro's LLC

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Trash Out Pro's LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Trash Out Pros is a company that can handle all of your property-related needs. We have experience cleaning, building, repairing, demolishing, excavating, and remodeling hundreds of properties and businesses in Wisconsin over the past decade. Contact us to start transforming your property into your dream vision.

Trash Out Pros is a company that can handle all of your property-related needs. We have experience cleaning, building, repairing, demolishing, excavating, and remodeling hundreds of properties and businesses in Wisconsin over the past decade. Contact us to start transforming your property into your dream vision.


Fred Marasco Drywall And Construction

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Fred Marasco Drywall And Construction

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35 years of experience

We are a COMPLETE drywall and construction company which can do from ground up dwelling.We do travel.Estimate are always free within 100 miles but we do charge a trip charge over 100 miles.We do 99% of the work within the company but we do sub out electrical and mech.We except most major c/c tru paypal.

We are a COMPLETE drywall and construction company which can do from ground up dwelling.We do travel.Estimate are always free within 100 miles but we do charge a trip charge over 100 miles.We do 99% of the work within the company but we do sub out electrical and mech.We except most major c/c tru paypal.


Roberts Trucking and Excavating

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Roberts Trucking and Excavating

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21 years of experience

For snow removal I offer discounted rates if signed before October 25th. I have anywhere between a 4-10 person crew depending on the job. Billing depends on the type of job, whether materials need to be purchased or if it's hourly.

For snow removal I offer discounted rates if signed before October 25th. I have anywhere between a 4-10 person crew depending on the job. Billing depends on the type of job, whether materials need to be purchased or if it's hourly.


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Conradt Custom Construction

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Conradt Custom Construction

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20 years of experience

Building custom homes and all remodel projects. Interior work , Exterior work , New Bathrooms , Kitchens , Decks , Garages , Anything you want to be made new again we will tackle any challenge. Please give John a call and schedule an appointment. 715-412-1071. Licensed and Insured Serving central WI for over 10 yrs. Please check out our website ; Conradt Custom Construction .com

Building custom homes and all remodel projects. Interior work , Exterior work , New Bathrooms , Kitchens , Decks , Garages , Anything you want to be made new again we will tackle any challenge. Please give John a call and schedule an appointment. 715-412-1071. Licensed and Insured Serving central WI for over 10 yrs. Please check out our website ; Conradt Custom Construction .com


Hendrickson's Tree & Landscape, LLC

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Hendrickson's Tree & Landscape, LLC

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6 years of experience

Hendrickson's Tree & Landscape, LLC is a Certified Veteran Owned Business in the State of Wisconsin! Services Include: Tree Pruning/Removal Excavation Services Gravel Driveways/Resurfacing Ditch Dredging Culvert/Drainage Tile Applications Rock/Mulch Applications Aerations Overseeding Forestry Cutting/Mulching New Construction Site Clearing Lawn Restorations

Hendrickson's Tree & Landscape, LLC is a Certified Veteran Owned Business in the State of Wisconsin! Services Include: Tree Pruning/Removal Excavation Services Gravel Driveways/Resurfacing Ditch Dredging Culvert/Drainage Tile Applications Rock/Mulch Applications Aerations Overseeding Forestry Cutting/Mulching New Construction Site Clearing Lawn Restorations


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Wolosek Landscaping and Materials

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Wolosek Landscaping and Materials

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Wolosek Landscaping was founded by Ben and Julie Wolosek back in 1966 as a trucking company. Dan Wolosek, their son, took over as owner and operator in 1986. Since then, Dan has turned Wolosek Landscaping into one of Central Wisconsin’s largest landscape suppliers. Not only do we have our own nursery and retail center, we offer landscape installation services as well as irrigation services. The Wolosek Wholesale Division offers wholesale pricing on landscaping supplies & materials to landscape supply companies around the upper Midwest. Our ever growing fleet of trucks supply materials across Wisconsin as well as most of the Upper Midwest, including Minnesota, Michigan & Illinois. We deliver top quality products at wholesale prices. We supply everything from Decorative Rock, Boulders, Stone to Custom Soil Blends and Golf Course Sands. Our employees at Wolosek Landscaping take pride in offering not only top quality products, but top quality service as well. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff will do what it takes to guarantee your satisfaction. Wolosek Landscaping has been serving the community for over 50 years and will continue to do so for many more to come!

Wolosek Landscaping was founded by Ben and Julie Wolosek back in 1966 as a trucking company. Dan Wolosek, their son, took over as owner and operator in 1986. Since then, Dan has turned Wolosek Landscaping into one of Central Wisconsin’s largest landscape suppliers. Not only do we have our own nursery and retail center, we offer landscape installation services as well as irrigation services. The Wolosek Wholesale Division offers wholesale pricing on landscaping supplies & materials to landscape supply companies around the upper Midwest. Our ever growing fleet of trucks supply materials across Wisconsin as well as most of the Upper Midwest, including Minnesota, Michigan & Illinois. We deliver top quality products at wholesale prices. We supply everything from Decorative Rock, Boulders, Stone to Custom Soil Blends and Golf Course Sands. Our employees at Wolosek Landscaping take pride in offering not only top quality products, but top quality service as well. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff will do what it takes to guarantee your satisfaction. Wolosek Landscaping has been serving the community for over 50 years and will continue to do so for many more to come!


home repair shops

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home repair shops

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40 years of experience

We do Free estimates and there is no trip fees , we do use some subcontractors that we use on a regular bases. We are certified to do lead paint and asbestos removal. Fully licensed and insured .

We do Free estimates and there is no trip fees , we do use some subcontractors that we use on a regular bases. We are certified to do lead paint and asbestos removal. Fully licensed and insured .

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

Your contractor should handle dust control during the project. It's best to speak with your contractor beforehand to check if they plan to cover your furniture, protect your vents, or use fans to redirect dust. Eliminating drywall dust is a particularly large challenge during construction, so always take this into account during your planning phase.

It is a common belief that excavation is easier or less costly when done in the summer or when the ground is not frozen. Seasons have little effect on when excavation can occur; however, inclement weather can prolong the duration of the job and potentially increase costs. For this reason, those in rainy climates may opt for seasons with milder weather.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

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