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A&R Services

4.77(
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A&R Services

4.77(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

At A&R Services, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

"Aaron is efficient, dependable, hardworking, polite and very conscientious about doing an amazing job. Tore down 3 dilapidated cottages, cleared the foundation to where you couldn't even tell there were cottages there, hauled away the debris and did a few extra things for us. Pricing is very fair. We plan on hiring him to do more work for us. We would highly recommend A&R."

Greg L on October 2021

At A&R Services, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts, and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

"Aaron is efficient, dependable, hardworking, polite and very conscientious about doing an amazing job. Tore down 3 dilapidated cottages, cleared the foundation to where you couldn't even tell there were cottages there, hauled away the debris and did a few extra things for us. Pricing is very fair. We plan on hiring him to do more work for us. We would highly recommend A&R."

Greg L on October 2021


Deerbrook Exteriors

4.50(
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Deerbrook Exteriors

4.50(
23
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

At, Deerbrook Exteriors, we offer friendly and courteous service. We use only the best products and we are always eager to answer your questions or address your concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing quality service. This has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality work, with excellent prices.

"I'd like to thank Mark Rosio & his crew for the beautiful job they did installing a new asphalt roof w/ black seamless gutters on our log home. First of all, his quote was $5K cheaper than the other roofers & he offered a 10% discount for cash (which was a bit spooky for me initially but he has renewed my faith there really are good & honest contractors) & they showed up promptly as promised. The crew had a few warm days & very cold days, but completed everything regardless & really did a nice job. They also picked up their things & were very nice to visit with as well. Honestly, if Mark did other projects, he'd be our go to guy but roofing is his specialty, to which we're grateful. Fyi: He presented all the required certificates & licensing required in WI, to me before payment which I was happy about as well. Thank you Mark & Crew for your great job."

Kerrie K on March 2024

At, Deerbrook Exteriors, we offer friendly and courteous service. We use only the best products and we are always eager to answer your questions or address your concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing quality service. This has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality work, with excellent prices.

"I'd like to thank Mark Rosio & his crew for the beautiful job they did installing a new asphalt roof w/ black seamless gutters on our log home. First of all, his quote was $5K cheaper than the other roofers & he offered a 10% discount for cash (which was a bit spooky for me initially but he has renewed my faith there really are good & honest contractors) & they showed up promptly as promised. The crew had a few warm days & very cold days, but completed everything regardless & really did a nice job. They also picked up their things & were very nice to visit with as well. Honestly, if Mark did other projects, he'd be our go to guy but roofing is his specialty, to which we're grateful. Fyi: He presented all the required certificates & licensing required in WI, to me before payment which I was happy about as well. Thank you Mark & Crew for your great job."

Kerrie K on March 2024


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Northwoods Tree Service, LLC

5.00(
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Northwoods Tree Service, 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
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


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Push Excavating

5.00(
1
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Push Excavating

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Push Excavating is dedicated to providing prompt and reliable services to our customers. Your satisfaction is a high priority to us and we are competitively priced. We specialize in food plots, road building, land clearing, stump removal and farm field improvement.

"N/A"

Dennis G on February 2020

Push Excavating is dedicated to providing prompt and reliable services to our customers. Your satisfaction is a high priority to us and we are competitively priced. We specialize in food plots, road building, land clearing, stump removal and farm field improvement.

"N/A"

Dennis G on February 2020


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Reliable Lawn Care & Landscaping

5.00(
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Reliable Lawn Care & Landscaping

5.00(
57
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We offer complete services for every season providing our customers the highest quality and care. Serving the Greater Milwaukee area also now serving the great north woods Rhinelander area with knowledgable and expert residential or commercial lawn care, landscaping, spring and fall cleanups and more.

"They were totally professional, reliable, and did high quality work. They were very responsive and we had no issues whatsoever. 10/10 would recommend."

Jamis B on November 2022

We offer complete services for every season providing our customers the highest quality and care. Serving the Greater Milwaukee area also now serving the great north woods Rhinelander area with knowledgable and expert residential or commercial lawn care, landscaping, spring and fall cleanups and more.

"They were totally professional, reliable, and did high quality work. They were very responsive and we had no issues whatsoever. 10/10 would recommend."

Jamis B on November 2022


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


"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


PGA Inc

4.62(
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PGA Inc

4.62(
29
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are proud of almost two decades of service to the Wausau area. PGA Inc has earned a reputation as a trusted name in plumbing, heating and cooling, electric, septic, excavation, and insulation. Our staff looks forward to serving both residential and commercial customers. From service calls to large construction projects, we constantly strive for a level of quality and professionalism that is a cut above the competition. Next time you have a construction or remodeling project, give us a call for a free quote. And don't forget we offer a dedicated service department with 24/7 emergency service.

"Great service! Shawn was tech and was timely, extremely professional and checked out my entire system. Will use them again in the future!"

John D on May 2020

We are proud of almost two decades of service to the Wausau area. PGA Inc has earned a reputation as a trusted name in plumbing, heating and cooling, electric, septic, excavation, and insulation. Our staff looks forward to serving both residential and commercial customers. From service calls to large construction projects, we constantly strive for a level of quality and professionalism that is a cut above the competition. Next time you have a construction or remodeling project, give us a call for a free quote. And don't forget we offer a dedicated service department with 24/7 emergency service.

"Great service! Shawn was tech and was timely, extremely professional and checked out my entire system. Will use them again in the future!"

John D on May 2020


"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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Excavating questions, answered by experts

A crawl space can be as little as 42 inches below the grade of your house, but this is not always recommended in flood-prone areas. At a minimum, there must be at least 16 inches of clearance between the ground and the floor joists to access the space in an emergency.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

The average cost for pool excavation is $2,500. This cost can range from $450 to $4,500, depending on the pool shape and size, time of year, and any need to move buried utilities. 

When excavating for your pool, you might have to move existing utilities. You can expect to pay an additional $15 to $25 per linear foot to move gas lines. To move a septic system, it’ll cost an additional $2,000 to $20,000. A pool that is 10 feet by 12 feet averages $450 to excavate, and a 20-foot-by-40-foot pool averages $3,020.

A mini excavator can dig between 5 and 11 feet deep, depending on the type and size of the mini excavator. Mini hydraulic excavators are more powerful and can reach deeper into the earth, but electric models have a more limited range. Mini excavators over two tons in size are also more powerful and able to dig as deep as 11 feet.

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