Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1999
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Emergency services offered
"Injection leveling for concrete patio and driveway project"
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Snoop Eising was a cordial, friendly, and very knowledgeable inspector who explained everything about our basement water issues in a very professional manner. We were well informed about the water proofing system that Groundworks will install. Snoop really knows his stuff!"
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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Emergency services offered
"Brian responded to my request for a estimate right away and was able to mow my yard the same day! So friendly, helpful and professional!"
+5
Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Burt did a great job! He communicates well and responds right away. Will recommend to anyone looking for a good contractor!"
Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Showed up when promised, completed the job sooner than I expected with very reasonable rates, he’s now my go to guy for any concrete work"
Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1991
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The crew that did my basement did an awesome job!"
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Credit card accepted
"Winter was comeing in fast and they were here evryday.They worked hard trying to finish before snow.They worked long hours and did a wonderful job finishing the driveway to the specs we requested..They were extremely professional .We were so happy with their work.We hired them to come back in spring and lay a sidewalk and a slab in our back yard.They did what others said couldn't be done due to dropping temperatures. We recommend them for all your concrete work."
+9
Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1982
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Yes, leveled driveway and Many cracks"
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1981
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Great communications. Solved the water issue in our basement and stopped it from steadily leaking in. Took a little while to get on schedule. Very personable workers."
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Serving Merrill, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
With over 10 years experience the Construction industry, LBR Construction is your industry expert in Midland and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!
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