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Avatar for Renegade Construction, LLC

Renegade Construction, LLC

4.96(
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Renegade Construction, LLC

4.96(
14
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2019 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Renegade Construction, where precision meets professionalism. We specialize in grading, clean-ups, excavation, haul-aways, and more. Our dedicated team ensures top-notch service, delivering results that exceed expectations. Contact us for a tailored and affordable estimate-your vision, our expertise.

"HE WAS HONEST AND DID A VERY GOOD JOB"

bruce P on September 2025

Welcome to Renegade Construction, where precision meets professionalism. We specialize in grading, clean-ups, excavation, haul-aways, and more. Our dedicated team ensures top-notch service, delivering results that exceed expectations. Contact us for a tailored and affordable estimate-your vision, our expertise.

"HE WAS HONEST AND DID A VERY GOOD JOB"

bruce P on September 2025

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DIG INDUSTRIES LLC

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DIG INDUSTRIES LLC

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2020 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 20 years experience in the excavation industry, Hall & Son Excavating is your industry expert in the Stuben area . We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will mot leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. We have so many options to fit any budget. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you!

With over 20 years experience in the excavation industry, Hall & Son Excavating is your industry expert in the Stuben area . We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will mot leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. We have so many options to fit any budget. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you!

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Middle Ridge Ventures

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Middle Ridge Ventures

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2007 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Middle Ridge Ventures is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a multitude of services to help you with your projects. See us at www.middleridgeventures.com

Middle Ridge Ventures is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a multitude of services to help you with your projects. See us at www.middleridgeventures.com

Dennis Pinter

5.00(
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Dennis Pinter

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Owner-operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. Travel charges may apply. no service fees. Additional DBAs - Dennis Pinter Sand & Gravel, Pinter Construction Co, Pinter Cement Construction.

"Hired Dennis to remove several yards of dirt from my driveway and he had same day availability at a very reasonable price that beat all other quotes (less than half the price). He even helped me move the rest of my mulch pile around my yard. Would highly recommend, great experience!"

Jeremy A on May 2025

Owner-operated. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. Travel charges may apply. no service fees. Additional DBAs - Dennis Pinter Sand & Gravel, Pinter Construction Co, Pinter Cement Construction.

"Hired Dennis to remove several yards of dirt from my driveway and he had same day availability at a very reasonable price that beat all other quotes (less than half the price). He even helped me move the rest of my mulch pile around my yard. Would highly recommend, great experience!"

Jeremy A on May 2025

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Merit Asphalt

4.68(
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Merit Asphalt

4.68(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Asphalt Paving Contractors. Residential. Commercial. Industrial (Additional email: [email protected])

"The staff seem to be really good and professional people. The reason for my 2-star rating is that the work done simply didn't deliver on expectations of durability. There are sections of my driveway where nearly all of the seal coating came off in less than 9 months, so I am going to have to re-do the job myself. This is not what I had in mind when I paid over $1,100 (a fair price, if it would have lasted longer). I understand that the work isn't covered anymore, as I didn't report it until the thaw revealed so much was missing, and I'm not upset with Merit or their staff. I am simply very disappointed that it didn't even last 1 year. Images here: [*** Link removed ***] [*** Link removed ***]"

Camm R on March 2022

Asphalt Paving Contractors. Residential. Commercial. Industrial (Additional email: [email protected])

"The staff seem to be really good and professional people. The reason for my 2-star rating is that the work done simply didn't deliver on expectations of durability. There are sections of my driveway where nearly all of the seal coating came off in less than 9 months, so I am going to have to re-do the job myself. This is not what I had in mind when I paid over $1,100 (a fair price, if it would have lasted longer). I understand that the work isn't covered anymore, as I didn't report it until the thaw revealed so much was missing, and I'm not upset with Merit or their staff. I am simply very disappointed that it didn't even last 1 year. Images here: [*** Link removed ***] [*** Link removed ***]"

Camm R on March 2022

Stratford Plumbing and Heating

5.00(
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Stratford Plumbing and Heating

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Stratford Plumbing and Heating Company provides top quality service and products to the Central Wisconsin area. We are a family based small business providing high quality services our customers. Our focus is to deliver thorough, detailed, professional and quality plumbing, heating or air conditioning work, in a timely matter, every day. Customers are the most important part of our business, therefore, we treat our customers with utmost respect and gratitude. We take pride in our work, and will provide to you the most professional, honest, and proper service. Our goal is to be your first choice when problems arise. When choosing a Plumber, Stratford Plumbing and Heating is the best choice. Problems can occur suddenly and without any planning. We know there are many plumbing companies around. We will diagnose problems you have, and before we do any work we can discuss what action needs to be taken and can explain what is necessary to make the repairs.

"Stratford plumbing was here in less than an hour quickly identified the problem replaced the submersible pump cleaned up all the mess and were absolutely wonderful to deal with. I highly recommend their service"

Jerry G on August 2018

Stratford Plumbing and Heating Company provides top quality service and products to the Central Wisconsin area. We are a family based small business providing high quality services our customers. Our focus is to deliver thorough, detailed, professional and quality plumbing, heating or air conditioning work, in a timely matter, every day. Customers are the most important part of our business, therefore, we treat our customers with utmost respect and gratitude. We take pride in our work, and will provide to you the most professional, honest, and proper service. Our goal is to be your first choice when problems arise. When choosing a Plumber, Stratford Plumbing and Heating is the best choice. Problems can occur suddenly and without any planning. We know there are many plumbing companies around. We will diagnose problems you have, and before we do any work we can discuss what action needs to be taken and can explain what is necessary to make the repairs.

"Stratford plumbing was here in less than an hour quickly identified the problem replaced the submersible pump cleaned up all the mess and were absolutely wonderful to deal with. I highly recommend their service"

Jerry G on August 2018

Seagull Enterprises

4.00(
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Seagull Enterprises

4.00(
7
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Customers say: Quality work
1999 years of experience

Seagull Enterprises has been in business for 11 years. We are licensed and insured. Providing professional services at affordable prices. We strive to make every customer happy, repeat customers are common, references are available. Providing roofing, Siding, Masonry, Foundation and basement repair and waterproofing. All remodeling and restoration specialist. Free Estimates. No sub-contractors. Licensed and insured. Call today.

Seagull Enterprises has been in business for 11 years. We are licensed and insured. Providing professional services at affordable prices. We strive to make every customer happy, repeat customers are common, references are available. Providing roofing, Siding, Masonry, Foundation and basement repair and waterproofing. All remodeling and restoration specialist. Free Estimates. No sub-contractors. Licensed and insured. Call today.

IDEAL CONSTRUCTION

4.50(
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IDEAL CONSTRUCTION

4.50(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We have seven employees who are all Lead Abatement trained,one Asbestos Supervisor, all employees are covered under workers comp insurance, Ideal Construction is fully insured. We are experienced with HUD-Fema-CDBG and EPA programs .We follow Davis Bacon Rules and employment standards and pay accordingly.

We have seven employees who are all Lead Abatement trained,one Asbestos Supervisor, all employees are covered under workers comp insurance, Ideal Construction is fully insured. We are experienced with HUD-Fema-CDBG and EPA programs .We follow Davis Bacon Rules and employment standards and pay accordingly.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It all depends on the scope of the project. A trencher can certainly save time and energy, but you might not need to dig that deep in the first place. Aside from the depth of the trench, the quality of the soil matters. If it’s light, soft soil, you might try a shovel first. However, if the soil is rocky and hard or there are obstructions in it, like tree roots, a machine trencher might be the better option.

The easier way to find buried sprinkler lines is to use the plan from the professionals who installed the system. If you don’t have professional plans, listen for running water on your lawn when you turn on the system. You may also spot wet areas, giving you an idea of where the heads are. Once you find the sprinkler heads, you’ll likely be able to connect the dots between them, revealing the system below.

Trenches are typically 12 inches to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, your city or county may have specific ordinances that clarify the dimensions needed for the project. For instance, a water pipe may need to be 24 inches deep, but a drainage pipe may need to be 36 inches deep.

Most professional excavation teams will charge between $8 and $15 per cubic yard. Calculate the cost by finding the volume of your pool—width x length x depth—and dividing it by 27. Then, multiply the price by the cubic yards from your equation. Budget for complications like a rocky lawn, hard-to-access pool area, or high local labor prices.

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.

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