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KithTerra Excavating

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KithTerra Excavating

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We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"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. "

Cristi F on October 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"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. "

Cristi F on October 2025

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RLT Outdoor Services LLC

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RLT Outdoor Services LLC

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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

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

Hendrickson's Tree & Landscape, LLC

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Hendrickson's Tree & Landscape, LLC

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6 years of experience

Hendrickson's Tree & Landscape, LLC is a Certified Veteran Owned Business in the State of Wisconsin! Services Include: Tree Pruning/Removal Excavation Services Gravel Driveways/Resurfacing Ditch Dredging Culvert/Drainage Tile Applications Rock/Mulch Applications Aerations Overseeding Forestry Cutting/Mulching New Construction Site Clearing Lawn Restorations

Hendrickson's Tree & Landscape, LLC is a Certified Veteran Owned Business in the State of Wisconsin! Services Include: Tree Pruning/Removal Excavation Services Gravel Driveways/Resurfacing Ditch Dredging Culvert/Drainage Tile Applications Rock/Mulch Applications Aerations Overseeding Forestry Cutting/Mulching New Construction Site Clearing Lawn Restorations

Stratford Plumbing and Heating

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Stratford Plumbing and Heating

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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

Koplin Excavating & Grading, Inc.

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Koplin Excavating & Grading, Inc.

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71 years of experience

Koplin Excavating & Grading, Inc., in Watertown, WI, is a leading excavation specialist serving Dodge, Jefferson and the surrounding Counties since 1954. We carry stone, sand, gravel, topsoil and other landscaping supplies. Our services include excavating, grading, site work, culverts, driveways and more. For all of your excavation and grading needs, contact Koplin Excavating & Grading, Inc. in Watertown.

Koplin Excavating & Grading, Inc., in Watertown, WI, is a leading excavation specialist serving Dodge, Jefferson and the surrounding Counties since 1954. We carry stone, sand, gravel, topsoil and other landscaping supplies. Our services include excavating, grading, site work, culverts, driveways and more. For all of your excavation and grading needs, contact Koplin Excavating & Grading, Inc. in Watertown.

Tater's Total Home Improvement

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Tater's Total Home Improvement

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33 years of experience

I am a general contractor with 22 years of experience. I don't just do it all I do it all WELL, and I take my time to make sure that the customer is happy with the end result. I generally work on a half down, half when the job is completed basis, but I will look at each situation individually and determine what is fair to the customer.

I am a general contractor with 22 years of experience. I don't just do it all I do it all WELL, and I take my time to make sure that the customer is happy with the end result. I generally work on a half down, half when the job is completed basis, but I will look at each situation individually and determine what is fair to the customer.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Underground downspouts refer to the sections of downspout extensions that lead away from your home and gutter system. While they cost more than traditional extensions, they can provide several benefits, such as less frequent damage and no need to move them for lawn care tasks. Whether they're worth it or not depends on your budget at installation time and how much convenience they'll add to your situation.

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.

The answer may vary based on where you live. Residential sewer lines are generally buried 5 feet to 6 feet under the ground. However, it's not uncommon to see pipes buried as deep as 8 feet in colder climates in order to ensure that piping is placed below the freeze line. Digging depth could impact your sewer line replacement cost.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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.

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