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Deerbrook Exteriors

4.50(
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Deerbrook Exteriors

4.50(
23
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
2010 years of experience

At, Deerbrook Exteriors, we offer friendly and courteous service. We use only the best products and we are always eager to answer your questions or address your concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing quality service. This has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality work, with excellent prices.

"I'd like to thank Mark Rosio & his crew for the beautiful job they did installing a new asphalt roof w/ black seamless gutters on our log home. First of all, his quote was $5K cheaper than the other roofers & he offered a 10% discount for cash (which was a bit spooky for me initially but he has renewed my faith there really are good & honest contractors) & they showed up promptly as promised. The crew had a few warm days & very cold days, but completed everything regardless & really did a nice job. They also picked up their things & were very nice to visit with as well. Honestly, if Mark did other projects, he'd be our go to guy but roofing is his specialty, to which we're grateful. Fyi: He presented all the required certificates & licensing required in WI, to me before payment which I was happy about as well. Thank you Mark & Crew for your great job."

Kerrie K on March 2024

At, Deerbrook Exteriors, we offer friendly and courteous service. We use only the best products and we are always eager to answer your questions or address your concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing quality service. This has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality work, with excellent prices.

"I'd like to thank Mark Rosio & his crew for the beautiful job they did installing a new asphalt roof w/ black seamless gutters on our log home. First of all, his quote was $5K cheaper than the other roofers & he offered a 10% discount for cash (which was a bit spooky for me initially but he has renewed my faith there really are good & honest contractors) & they showed up promptly as promised. The crew had a few warm days & very cold days, but completed everything regardless & really did a nice job. They also picked up their things & were very nice to visit with as well. Honestly, if Mark did other projects, he'd be our go to guy but roofing is his specialty, to which we're grateful. Fyi: He presented all the required certificates & licensing required in WI, to me before payment which I was happy about as well. Thank you Mark & Crew for your great job."

Kerrie K on March 2024


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Optimal Terrain

5.00(
2
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Optimal Terrain

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2023 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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Northwoods Tree Service, LLC

5.00(
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Northwoods Tree Service, LLC

5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2021 years of experience

With years of experience in the tree service industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your tree needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Northwoods Tree Service, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Northwoods Tree Service was easy to get ahold of and super easy to work with along with providing great service. I would definitely recommend them for a project you have planned and will work with them for future projects."

Tyler U on April 2023

With years of experience in the tree service industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your tree needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Northwoods Tree Service, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Northwoods Tree Service was easy to get ahold of and super easy to work with along with providing great service. I would definitely recommend them for a project you have planned and will work with them for future projects."

Tyler U on April 2023


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A Cut Above Yard Services, LLC

4.33(
6
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A Cut Above Yard Services, LLC

4.33(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
2017 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

A Cut Above Yard Services proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Derek and his entire crew were professional & prompt doing excellent work on our yard? gradient, drainage relocation, & retaining wall? start to finish. They began on time and maintained accuracy their initial estimate and timelines. They represent efficient and quality workmanship, with outstanding communication in all stages of the process. We will have them back again in the Spring for another project. I highly recommend A Cut Above!"

Joni W on November 2024

A Cut Above Yard Services proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Derek and his entire crew were professional & prompt doing excellent work on our yard? gradient, drainage relocation, & retaining wall? start to finish. They began on time and maintained accuracy their initial estimate and timelines. They represent efficient and quality workmanship, with outstanding communication in all stages of the process. We will have them back again in the Spring for another project. I highly recommend A Cut Above!"

Joni W on November 2024


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Push Excavating

5.00(
1
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Push Excavating

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2019 years of experience

Push Excavating is dedicated to providing prompt and reliable services to our customers. Your satisfaction is a high priority to us and we are competitively priced. We specialize in food plots, road building, land clearing, stump removal and farm field improvement.

"N/A"

Dennis G on February 2020

Push Excavating is dedicated to providing prompt and reliable services to our customers. Your satisfaction is a high priority to us and we are competitively priced. We specialize in food plots, road building, land clearing, stump removal and farm field improvement.

"N/A"

Dennis G on February 2020


Dennis Pinter

5.00(
14
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Dennis Pinter

5.00(
14
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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


"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


PGA Inc

4.62(
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PGA Inc

4.62(
29
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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


"Amazing service and results. We were thrilled with the project outcome; Joe was conscientious, efficient and thoughtful. The skills applied enabled our yard to be “grass ready” with very little additional prep work. We would definitely retain services for any new projects and recommend to others-we already have ? !"

Rebbeca M on August 2023

Skid Steer & Excavator Services Forestry Mulching Land Clearing Wood chipper Select cut trees Stump Grinding & Removal Soil Reclaim Grade for concrete driveways or patios

"Amazing service and results. We were thrilled with the project outcome; Joe was conscientious, efficient and thoughtful. The skills applied enabled our yard to be “grass ready” with very little additional prep work. We would definitely retain services for any new projects and recommend to others-we already have ? !"

Rebbeca M on August 2023


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Modern Interiors llc

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Modern Interiors llc

5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Let Modern Interiors llc build your dream home ,addition or a remodel. We have vast knowledge in the latest looks and products to trouble shooting difficult installations . Modern Interiors llc is the right contractor for you. Special attention given to clients requests and the smallest details. We strive for excellent communication. Contact us today.

Let Modern Interiors llc build your dream home ,addition or a remodel. We have vast knowledge in the latest looks and products to trouble shooting difficult installations . Modern Interiors llc is the right contractor for you. Special attention given to clients requests and the smallest details. We strive for excellent communication. Contact us today.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The depth of a septic tank’s drain lines is between 18 and 36 inches underground. These pipes are filled with perforations and surrounded by sand, gravel, or a combination of both, as both materials help filter wastewater. While some pipes are buried closer to the surface, this can create problems unless the soil is compact and doesn’t shift much. 

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

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.

Excavation and grading are both generally necessary for designing your foundation, and leveling the ground where your foundation will go. These steps can also prepare the area by removing vegetation and anything else that could interfere with your home’s foundation.

If you don’t have a crawl space but have a partial basement you want to make deeper, you can expect to spend a little less—between $40,000 and $90,000 on average. However, if you’re not adding new finished square footage, you won’t see much in the way of ROI.

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