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Robert Engstrom Landscaping
5.0(
8
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rob is a skilled stone and paver artist. He rebuilt our stone lakeshore with care, and created new retaining walls and paver walkway for our lakefront home. Robâ s work is beautiful, and he works quickly. I will definitely hire Rob again."
Boulder Wall
Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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SFC Terrain Works
5.0(
7
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired SFCterrainworks to remove several large trees and to remove a large brush pile. Excellent work all around! Very considerate through every step and very competitive pricing. I have used other contractors in the past for comparison. I highly recommend SFCTerrainworks."
Sand piles
Spread and compacted
Powerrake attachment
After Compaction.
Gravel driveway TLC.

+2

Response time10 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Red Cedar Line and Lot Clearing
4.9(
4
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired red Cedar lining lot clearing to clear about 2 1/2 acres of heavy brush, and to mulch several 8"-14" trees. It was surprisingly hard to find a company that specializes in brush, clearing and tree mulching. They showed up on time and did a fantastic job. I would hire them again for sure."
Before
After
Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Atlas Home Solutions
5.0(
4
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"On Time, introduced self and son.Ready with all their equipment, walked entire yard talked about all 6 flower beds.Great job for us. Couldn’t download more pictures as your app would not allow."
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Roots Rockscapes, LLC
4.7(
23
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They had some difficult challenges witu my property but are good at problem solving. The work was meticulous. Beautiful end resulltv and they were on the job every day"
Firepit, patio, sitting wall, water feature
Excavation for retaining wall
Patio in progress
Field stone retaining wall
Patio and retaining wall in progress

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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KithTerra Excavating
5.0(
2
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Serving Shell Lake, 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

L&L Excavating, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

L&L Excavating, Inc.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

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

Maintain open communication and address issues as they arise, ensuring contract terms cover potential delays.

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

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