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Red Cedar Line and Lot Clearing
4.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Clayton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired red Cedar lining lot clearing to clear about 2 1/2 acres of heavy brush, and to mulch several 8"-14" trees. It was surprisingly hard to find a company that specializes in brush, clearing and tree mulching. They showed up on time and did a fantastic job. I would hire them again for sure."
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Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Kuehndorf Services
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Clayton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Zach and Jason did a great job with a somewhat unusual project of building a Catio (i.e. Cat Patio). It included replacing an old retaining wall and also framing and building the Catio. We appreciated their can-do attitude."
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Vivid Edge Concrete LLC
5.0(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clayton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tanner and his crew were fast, communicated extremely well, and suggested cost effective/saving options to consider for the project! They showed up when they said they would and did good, quality work! They worked around the business hours to complete the work to ensure the business operations at the property were not disrupted! Canâ t speak highly enough of this company! Would highly recommend!"
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Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Precision ground services
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clayton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

I recently started Precision Ground Services! A skid steer and handyman company. I offer handyman services and also grading, driveway tear outs, gravel hauling, rock and mulch delivery and more.

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Tiegs Enterprises
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clayton, WI and surrounding areas

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Hello my name is Jeff Tiegs. I have several years experience hauling various different types of goods and materials. I have a class A cdl with a clean driving record. I currently have a brand new 4ft high sided 14' ft dump trailer that can haul any materails such as wood, shrubs, trees, dirt, gravel, mulch, rock, junk, almost endless oppurtunities. Give me a shout and I can take a look at what you need! Thank you!

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Maltese Contracting
New to Angi
Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Clayton, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We take 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. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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KithTerra Excavating
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Clayton, 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

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

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