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Macheel Excavating LLC

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Macheel Excavating LLC

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23 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Macheel Excavating LLC, is 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

Macheel Excavating LLC, is 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

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A&E Forestry Mulching LLC

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A&E Forestry Mulching LLC

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5 years of experience
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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Kirch Excavating Service LLC

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Kirch Excavating Service LLC

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Kirch Excavating Service of Waunakee, WI is an excavating contractor that also offers trucking, landscaping, lot clearing, & more. We service residential & commercial. For a prompt response, please call 608-577-7804 to contact Brad with questions.

Kirch Excavating Service of Waunakee, WI is an excavating contractor that also offers trucking, landscaping, lot clearing, & more. We service residential & commercial. For a prompt response, please call 608-577-7804 to contact Brad with questions.

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The Davey Tree Expert Company

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The Davey Tree Expert Company

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Call today for a free consultation. Our team of certified arborists provides expert tree services, pruning, removals, insect and disease prevention and more. All Davey Tree specialists are licensed, bonded and insured. We are committed to providing unmatched client services and experience, accomplishing your property goals while maintaining healthy trees, lawns and landscapes. Contact us today!

"Hayden was excellent -- very knowledgeable, communicated well, performed the task at hand. I have been most pleased with S & S over the years. I have had tree trimming, fertilization of trees, insecticide treatments, etc. All were performed well. I highly recommend Connor, Hayden, and Amy Caldwell. I look forward to working with them again."

Joan A on November 2022

Call today for a free consultation. Our team of certified arborists provides expert tree services, pruning, removals, insect and disease prevention and more. All Davey Tree specialists are licensed, bonded and insured. We are committed to providing unmatched client services and experience, accomplishing your property goals while maintaining healthy trees, lawns and landscapes. Contact us today!

"Hayden was excellent -- very knowledgeable, communicated well, performed the task at hand. I have been most pleased with S & S over the years. I have had tree trimming, fertilization of trees, insecticide treatments, etc. All were performed well. I highly recommend Connor, Hayden, and Amy Caldwell. I look forward to working with them again."

Joan A on November 2022

Ageless Concrete LLC

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Ageless Concrete LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Ageless Concrete is a Marine Corps Veteran Owned, Madison, WI based, Concrete Contracting Company. Founded in 2006, we specialize in colored and stamped concrete patios, driveways, walkways, stoops, and steps. In addition to stamped concrete flatwork, we specialize in traditional concrete driveways, garages, additions, pole barns, and basements. Our other services offered include: Demolition / Removals, Poured and Block Retaining Walls, Acid Stained Floors, Concrete Sealing, and Snow Removal.

"Ageless did an outstanding job! A very professional and hard-working crew. Now, over a year later, we had some issues with our fire pit not keeping lit (user issue) and Ageless provided immediate assistance to help resolve the problem. I highly recommend them!"

Steve T on July 2022

Ageless Concrete is a Marine Corps Veteran Owned, Madison, WI based, Concrete Contracting Company. Founded in 2006, we specialize in colored and stamped concrete patios, driveways, walkways, stoops, and steps. In addition to stamped concrete flatwork, we specialize in traditional concrete driveways, garages, additions, pole barns, and basements. Our other services offered include: Demolition / Removals, Poured and Block Retaining Walls, Acid Stained Floors, Concrete Sealing, and Snow Removal.

"Ageless did an outstanding job! A very professional and hard-working crew. Now, over a year later, we had some issues with our fire pit not keeping lit (user issue) and Ageless provided immediate assistance to help resolve the problem. I highly recommend them!"

Steve T on July 2022

Korf Enterprises LLC

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Korf Enterprises LLC

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers

Korf Enterprises was started in the summer of 2009 as a small company with a personal touch. A personal touch is what you will always recieve with Korf Enterprises because there is one employee, the owner, Dave Korfmacher. Honest answers, hard work, and fair prices is what you can expect from Korf Enterprises as I am committed to helping people, not just "another customer".

"I needed a cistern under my driveway dug up and filled in. Korf quoted me a good price for that and regraveling the driveway. Because I was able to be flexible on the timing of the job, they were able to save money on equipment rental and passed along the savings to me. I was impressed with their communication and followthrough and how easy it was to work with them. "

Michael D on January 2026

Korf Enterprises was started in the summer of 2009 as a small company with a personal touch. A personal touch is what you will always recieve with Korf Enterprises because there is one employee, the owner, Dave Korfmacher. Honest answers, hard work, and fair prices is what you can expect from Korf Enterprises as I am committed to helping people, not just "another customer".

"I needed a cistern under my driveway dug up and filled in. Korf quoted me a good price for that and regraveling the driveway. Because I was able to be flexible on the timing of the job, they were able to save money on equipment rental and passed along the savings to me. I was impressed with their communication and followthrough and how easy it was to work with them. "

Michael D on January 2026

Habitats Softscapes, LTD

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Habitats Softscapes, LTD

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

WE ARE CURRENTLY BOOKED UNTIL JUNE 1ST. WE ARE STILL EXCEPTING NEW CUSTOMERS AFTER MAY 31ST.Since 2001, Habitats has been the premier landscaper for the city of Madison and its surrounding areas. We pride ourselves in being a family owned and operated business, who is dedicated to providing excellent customer service.

WE ARE CURRENTLY BOOKED UNTIL JUNE 1ST. WE ARE STILL EXCEPTING NEW CUSTOMERS AFTER MAY 31ST.Since 2001, Habitats has been the premier landscaper for the city of Madison and its surrounding areas. We pride ourselves in being a family owned and operated business, who is dedicated to providing excellent customer service.

4 Lakes Plumbing Inc

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4 Lakes Plumbing Inc

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Proudly Serving Madison and the Surrounding Area Since 1995 We?re 4 Lakes Plumbing, and we're glad to serve the Madison and surrounding area with fast, reliable and guaranteed service for all of your plumbing needs. We provide residential and commercial service, repairs and installation. We represent Moen, Kohler and Insinkerator products, and stand behind our products 110%. When you call us, you will always get a live, friendly person on the other line, not a machine or a computer. We offer in-house financing, and don't forget to ask about our senior's discount. Have an emergency? If you have a plumbing emergency (there?s nothing worse than coming home to find a water leak?or worse, flood), call our service number and we?we'll get someone out as soon as possible, often within the hour. Our service You can expect our servicemen to be professional and courteous, to always make sure your questions are answered, and to do the highest quality work. We offer free estimates, and we?re confident you?'you'll find our prices to be incredibly reasonable. We?re specialists in the service and installation of plumbing systems for both residential and commercial properties. Our guarantee We guarantee that you?'you'll be satisfied with the work we do. Should any of our products fail within a year of service, we?'we'll fix them for you at no charge. Set up your service call today. We look forward to working with you. We?re the area?s plumbing specialists ? quality and customer satisfaction are our top priorities. Our wide range of products and services include: 1.Major and Minor Remodeling 2.New Construction (Residential & Commercial) 3.Hot Water Heaters (Gas & Electric) 4.Water Softeners (Rental Options) 5.Repairs 6.Re-piping 7.Low Water-Pressure Problems 8.Leaks and Drips 9.Faucets 10.Toilets 11.Clogged Water Lines 12.Copper Repiping We provide both Residential and Commercial Services. Customers Served Residential, Commercial, Industrial

"Destroyed tile floor, Did not clean up. Made my wife very angry due to attitude."

Ronald P on March 2020

Proudly Serving Madison and the Surrounding Area Since 1995 We?re 4 Lakes Plumbing, and we're glad to serve the Madison and surrounding area with fast, reliable and guaranteed service for all of your plumbing needs. We provide residential and commercial service, repairs and installation. We represent Moen, Kohler and Insinkerator products, and stand behind our products 110%. When you call us, you will always get a live, friendly person on the other line, not a machine or a computer. We offer in-house financing, and don't forget to ask about our senior's discount. Have an emergency? If you have a plumbing emergency (there?s nothing worse than coming home to find a water leak?or worse, flood), call our service number and we?we'll get someone out as soon as possible, often within the hour. Our service You can expect our servicemen to be professional and courteous, to always make sure your questions are answered, and to do the highest quality work. We offer free estimates, and we?re confident you?'you'll find our prices to be incredibly reasonable. We?re specialists in the service and installation of plumbing systems for both residential and commercial properties. Our guarantee We guarantee that you?'you'll be satisfied with the work we do. Should any of our products fail within a year of service, we?'we'll fix them for you at no charge. Set up your service call today. We look forward to working with you. We?re the area?s plumbing specialists ? quality and customer satisfaction are our top priorities. Our wide range of products and services include: 1.Major and Minor Remodeling 2.New Construction (Residential & Commercial) 3.Hot Water Heaters (Gas & Electric) 4.Water Softeners (Rental Options) 5.Repairs 6.Re-piping 7.Low Water-Pressure Problems 8.Leaks and Drips 9.Faucets 10.Toilets 11.Clogged Water Lines 12.Copper Repiping We provide both Residential and Commercial Services. Customers Served Residential, Commercial, Industrial

"Destroyed tile floor, Did not clean up. Made my wife very angry due to attitude."

Ronald P on March 2020

Wolf Paving Co., Inc.

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Wolf Paving Co., Inc.

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Asphalt Paving

"They showed up on time and kept us informed through the entire process. They were very friendly and even wave at my kids while working."

Nick M on May 2018

Asphalt Paving

"They showed up on time and kept us informed through the entire process. They were very friendly and even wave at my kids while working."

Nick M on May 2018

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A perc test takes an average of around two hours, but it can range from one hour up to around six hours. Perc tests that require wider or deeper holes and those that require multiple holes dug throughout your property will take longer because there’s more excavation involved. The actual filling of the hole and monitoring to gauge the rate of percolation should take under an hour per hole.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

A joint utility trench, or joint trench, is a long, buried ditch on a property that contains two or more utility lines rather than running the lines in multiple trenches. Some utilities, like gas and electric or electric and communication lines, are better suited to joint trenching, while others, like water and sewer, are not allowed to be in the same trench.

Slab foundations are more affordable than crawl spaces because they require minimal excavation, as the slab sits directly on the ground or on footers that only sink a few feet into the ground. Crawl spaces require excavation of the entire footprint of the home to several feet below the surface. Not only does that mean higher labor costs, but more materials are necessary for the concrete foundation walls.

The average cost of excavation is around $3,200. Most jobs fall somewhere between $500 and $15,000, depending on the amount of soil to remove, whether or not there are landscaping features or structures in the vicinity that could complicate the excavation, and the quality and contents of the soil. Larger jobs will naturally cost more, as will those in tight spaces that demand manual excavation as opposed to using heavy machinery. Hard soil and tree roots can also extend the job and drive up your labor costs.

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