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Avatar for Roman Landscaping and Snow Removal
Roman Landscaping and Snow Removal
5.0(
7
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Black Earth, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were satisfied with the outcome of our retaining wall project. It took a little longer than we initially anticipated, but in the end, the final quality of the work was worth it. They installed two block walls, replaced and updated our downspout drainage system, and fixed the fence gate that sits behind one of the walls. They were friendly throughout."
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+9

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Hayden Hritsco
Hayden Hritsco
4.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Black Earth, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Independent lawn care, landscaping, and handyman available in the Sauk City, Madison, and surrounding areas.\nI offer reliable residential lawn maintenance, landscaping work, general handyman jobs, and security system installation. I hold a pesticide applicator license and bring solid experience from construction and outdoor work. My focus is clean results, clear communication, and getting the job done right.\nWhether you need regular mowing and cleanup, yard improvements, small repairs, or help with security installs, I’m happy to help. Reach out for a free estimate.

21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for The Mini Convenience Home Repair & Services
The Mini Convenience Home Repair & Services
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Black Earth, WI and surrounding areas

"The work went very well, my wife and I were pleased with the prompt professional service. The price was affordable and the work was great, once finished he cleaned after himself and made sure we were satisfied. I would definitely refer this company to anyone I know who needs any home repair work. Chris met our expectations and beyond with the affordable price and high quality service along with a time frame."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+25

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for KithTerra Excavating
KithTerra Excavating
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Black Earth, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Customer service was top notch- we started with a 4 acre wooded lot and we had started clearing it ourselves and had many stumps and some more trees to take down. They gave an estimate via photos and email since job site was over an hour away which worked great. Worked til job was finished and did so in a timely manner. We also added clearing a new driveway after the fact and did amazing job. Great communication - would definitely hire again and give referral. Photos are Before and afters."
Spooner land clearing
Spooner land clearing
Clayton land clearing
New Driveway install
New Driveway install

+3

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
DR ROOTER 911
4.5(
20
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Black Earth, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went well. He trouble-shot the easiest solutions, to the most involved solution. He figured out where the clog was, and finally had to cut into a basement pipe to remove the clog. He cleaned up a lot of the mess, and explained to me how to clean up the rest. He answered all my questions, and even helped with another smaller issue."
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for EC3 Enviromental Consulting Group, Inc.
EC3 Enviromental Consulting Group, Inc.
4.6(
31
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Black Earth, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"EC3 was super responsive. In fact, they came to quote my project within a few hours of reaching out. Even better, they did the project that same day. Sodded 3,500 sqft yard and cut in several planter beds. They even fixed a previous landscappers poor sod job on the front yard."
Firepit & Patio Install
Shrub & Brush clearing
Shrub & Brush clearing
Firepit & Patio Install
Flagstone Patio - (Black)

+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Excavation is priced in cubic yards, so you’ll need to find the volume of the area in order to calculate costs. Multiply the length, width, and proposed depth of your excavation site, then convert it into yards to get the volume. Multiply this figure by the price per cubic yard.

Most homeowners can measure by hand to get a rough estimate, even if it’s tedious. You may want to pull out a tape measure or use a string to help mark the area.

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.

The physical constraints of hand-drilling a well limit the depth you can achieve. Manually digging with picks and shovels may only lead to shallow wells of up to 60 feet in depth. To reach greater depths, you need more specialized equipment. The diameter of your well and the tools you’re using will determine how far down you can dig.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

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