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Northwoods Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Mercer, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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."
Tree Removal 2021
Tree Removal
Tree Removal 2022
Tree Removal 2022
Tree Removal 2022

+25

Response time11 hrs
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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J&J Services
5.0(
1
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Serving Mercer, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

At J&J Services WE DIG YOUR DREAMS! We are an excavation company based out of Hurley WI serving the surrounding area. We specialize in the small to medium size projects, our mini excavator and skid-steer allows us to get where big machines cant but don't let the size fool you we can still dig 12 feet deep! The rubber tracks on our mini excavator and skid-steer allow us to complete a project with minimal damage to surrounding landscape. Contact J&J today for a free onsite estimate.

Before Brush Clean Up
After Brush Clean Up
Response time2 days
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KithTerra Excavating
5.0(
2
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Serving Mercer, 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

Kitto's Property Maintenance
5.0(
5
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Serving Mercer, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"THE WORK WAS EXPERTLY DONE. I HAD AN OLD BACKYARD RESTORED WITH NEW TOPSOIL AND NEW SOD LAID DOWN AND A FRENCH DRAIN INSTALLED. THE OWNER BRYSON KITTO WAS VERY KNOWLEDGABLE AND GAVE ME A REASONABLE AND ACCURATE ESTIMATE. THE WORK WAS DONE IN A VERY TIMELY MANNER AND VERY PROFESSIONALLY DONE BY HIS CREW AND HIMSELF. I WOULD DEFINITELY HAVE HIS COMPANY BACK AGAIN IF I SHOULD EVER NEED ANOTHER PROJECT DONE AGAIN AND WOULD HIGHLY RECCOMEND HIS COMPANY"
Response time4 days
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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MUSSON LANDSCAPING LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Mercer, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Musson Landscaping did a fantastic job at our family cottage. We have struggled for years to have grass grow in the shaded areas as we have large pines that don't let in much light. Musson came out on a Sunday and spent most of the day at the property. They completed the job in the same day and I couldn't be happier with the results! It's been about 6 weeks and we now have a full lush lawn to enjoy. Very prompt, professional, and will return your phone call!"
Damaged stairs pre repair
Stair rescue
Finished product
Walkways and patios
Walkways and patios

+11

Response time40 mins
Response rate95%
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North Woods Dumpster Rentals
4.4(
7
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Serving Mercer, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Taylor and his crew were AMAZING!!! They were quick, thorough, careful, and so very pleasant!! Would highly recommend this company if you are looking for quality work, competitive prices, and excellent customer service!! Hire them!!! I had a 3000 sq ft house, 3 car garage, and a huge tent removal. It was completed in a day and a half! Unbelievable!! 6 loads were taken! They strive to be the best! Great attitude!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by80%of homeowners
U.P. Handymen
New to Angi

Serving Mercer, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

Yes, chipmunk holes may have two or more entrances. Chipmunks can create an entire network of burrows. Having multiple entrances makes it easier for them when trying to escape from a predator, such as a snake, or if an entrance collapses due to flooding. Each entrance leads to the nesting chamber underground, which is where the chipmunk spends the majority of its time sleeping.

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