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Avatar for Robert’s Bobcat & Handyman Services
Robert’s Bobcat & Handyman Services
4.9(
25
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Manitowoc, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are in process of doing home repair jobs ranging from basement ceiling repairs, basement walls updating, rug installation in the basement, garage floor grinding and epoxy floor covering, basement railing installation, and siding repair. Robert has been prompt in his visits, professional in his follow-ups, and detailed in our discussions. I would highly recommend Robert!"
Install new Mailbox post
Install new Mailbox post
Garage Concrete floor
Garage Concrete floor
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ray's Green Lawns
4.6(
59
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Manitowoc, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ray contacted me almost immediarely. Came out and gave me an estimate with an excellent price to trim my 2 overgrown bushes. Came to do the job within 3 days! Ray am his crew did an exceptional job trimming and cleaning up when finished! I would recommend Ray,s Green Lawn for your projects. Will hire again!"
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+96

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Total Ground Solutions LLC
Total Ground Solutions LLC
5.0(
3
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Manitowoc, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"After being let down numerous times by a company that kept promising to start a project for 3 weeks, I reached out to Total Ground Solutions. It was a risk, but as soon as I talked with Cooper, I felt very comfortable. He came to see the area, made some excellent suggestions, and I knew he was a great fit. He was great at communicating, easy to work with and did everything when promised and above expectations. He did an amazing job and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this company!!"
Gravel tilling
Gravel tilling
Gravel tilling
Gravel tilling
Gravel tilling

+31

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for VDV Landscaping, LLC
VDV Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
2
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Manitowoc, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My rock border was full of dirt and weeds. The guys took out the stones, cleaned them off on the driveway, put down new weed guard, then replaced the stones and added more to fill in. It looks like new! They also sawed down a couple of stumps and worked around my existing plants. Pleased with how it turned out!"
Response time3 days
Avatar for Schleis Farms Custom Services, LLC
Schleis Farms Custom Services, LLC
5.0(
1
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Manitowoc, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. We special in small excavation and demolition projects.

Response time6 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for EBK Services LLC
EBK Services LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Manitowoc, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"Phil was very friendly and professional. He was able to come view the project and had a quote to us within a day. Very clear communication on what was going to be done and when. My husband and I even had him quote another landscape project that we are planning for later in the summer! We enjoyed working with EBK and will be hiring again for future projects!"
Re slope/grade
Finish grade
Finish grade
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+3

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 Manitowoc, 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%
Avatar for Hansen Excavating
Hansen Excavating
5.0(
2
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Manitowoc, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Worked with Matt and Dan. These young guys are not afraid to work and put in hours to get a job done. I was extremely impressed! They are very responsive and they did amazing work! I couldn’t be more thankful for the grading that was done. It was truly a pleasure working with these guys! I will recommend them to anyone looking to do excavating or grading of any kind. Thanks again! (Pictures below is a small amount of what was done)"
Backfilling
Culvert Replacement
Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Hard soil could be a sign of overly dry dirt, either from poor drainage or drought. It's important to test the nutrient levels, density, and drainage capacity of your soil to see if it's absorbing water properly. Begin by adding a light layer of water and observing how long the soil retains moisture. If you experience a good deal of runoff, you may need to aerate your lawn, apply a wetting agent, or hire a professional for a closer look.

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.

Some two-in-one tools and machines do both jobs, and those could be the right solution for smaller residential projects. However, the phrase “use the right tool for the job” definitely applies to digging. For the best results, get two separate tools for your trenching and landscape edging projects or call a pro to take care of everything for you.

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

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.

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