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Northwoods Tree Service, LLC

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Northwoods Tree Service, LLC

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 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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North Woods Dumpster Rentals

4.40(
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North Woods Dumpster Rentals

4.40(
5
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to North Woods Dumpster Rentals, proudly servicing Rockton and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

"Taylor was friendly and respectful. The only problem we had with the company was he doesn't accept cash. He goes through a paid company where you have to leave your credit card number. After my husband talked to him about we don't deal with that kind of thing when we don't know anything about the company. He understood and let my husband pay cash when he came to pick up the dumpster."

Molly Murwin M on June 2023

Welcome to North Woods Dumpster Rentals, proudly servicing Rockton and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

"Taylor was friendly and respectful. The only problem we had with the company was he doesn't accept cash. He goes through a paid company where you have to leave your credit card number. After my husband talked to him about we don't deal with that kind of thing when we don't know anything about the company. He understood and let my husband pay cash when he came to pick up the dumpster."

Molly Murwin M on June 2023

Ryan's Excavating, LLC

5.00(
3
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•Approved Pro

Ryan's Excavating, 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
21 years of experience

It has been our pleasure to serve Upper Michigan and Northern Wisconsin as a full service residential, civil and commercial excavating and general contractor since 2004. We take great pride in offering quality, professional, courteous service and exceptional value to our customers. Call us today to discuss your individual excavation needs and get an estimate tailored to your specific project. From sidewalks to site work, water lines to water mains, Ryan's Excavating, LLC, and its employees have the skill and experience to go over and above what you have come to expect. Call us today to schedule a time to start your project!

"Fantastic experience all around. Great communication! Showed up as scheduled and did an amazing job. We couldn't be happier with the results."

Sheila M on August 2016

It has been our pleasure to serve Upper Michigan and Northern Wisconsin as a full service residential, civil and commercial excavating and general contractor since 2004. We take great pride in offering quality, professional, courteous service and exceptional value to our customers. Call us today to discuss your individual excavation needs and get an estimate tailored to your specific project. From sidewalks to site work, water lines to water mains, Ryan's Excavating, LLC, and its employees have the skill and experience to go over and above what you have come to expect. Call us today to schedule a time to start your project!

"Fantastic experience all around. Great communication! Showed up as scheduled and did an amazing job. We couldn't be happier with the results."

Sheila M on August 2016

Dennis Pinter

5.00(
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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

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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

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Knutson Land Management LLC

5.00(
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Knutson Land Management LLC

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

Offering Free Estimates On -Land Clearing -Tree Trimming/Tree Removal -Grading -Gravel Work -Gravel Driveway Installation -Small demolition projects

"Bennett was very informative and removed the trees off my property in a timely manner. I was very impressed and definitely will be choosing him again for all my tree work needs. If looking for tree service I would highly recommend Knutson Land Management, LLC!"

chantel w on June 2024

Offering Free Estimates On -Land Clearing -Tree Trimming/Tree Removal -Grading -Gravel Work -Gravel Driveway Installation -Small demolition projects

"Bennett was very informative and removed the trees off my property in a timely manner. I was very impressed and definitely will be choosing him again for all my tree work needs. If looking for tree service I would highly recommend Knutson Land Management, LLC!"

chantel w on June 2024

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Modern Interiors llc

5.00(
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Modern Interiors llc

5.00(
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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.

Stratford Plumbing and Heating

5.00(
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Stratford Plumbing and Heating

5.00(
2
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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

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Seagull Enterprises

4.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
26 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.

Quality Grading and Landscaping INC

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Quality Grading and Landscaping INC

3.67(
3
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Customers say: Super punctual
32 years of experience

We have the right equipment for the right job with the most highly experienced crew. We take a lot of pride in our work. Every job is completed on time. Neatness and precision is our specialty. We are fully licensed, bonded and Insured.

We have the right equipment for the right job with the most highly experienced crew. We take a lot of pride in our work. Every job is completed on time. Neatness and precision is our specialty. We are fully licensed, bonded and Insured.

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Digging a well can cost between $20 and $25,000, depending on your needs. If you’re looking to dig a well yourself, all you need is a shovel. If you’re looking to have a well drilled by a professional, you can expect to pay around $15 to $30 per foot. The total cost of drilling a well will average to $5,500.

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

The time it takes to build a pool—and dig out the area—varies based on the pool size and type. A professional excavator will take between four and eight hours to dig a pool. The process will take longer if they encounter large boulders or tree roots. Keep in mind that this is a small part of the process in the long run. You will need between eight and 12 weeks to build a pool from start to finish, including the time to apply for permits.

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.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

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