Serving Cadillac, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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"I left a message online, and he got back to me promptly and cleared the driveway of snow. It all was surprisingly easy."

Serving Cadillac, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"I left a message online, and he got back to me promptly and cleared the driveway of snow. It all was surprisingly easy."
Serving Cadillac, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1983
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"Mark was professional and skilled. He got the job done quickly and efficiently and his prices are fair. He was friendly and on time. I definitely recommend him for any excavating job you need done. My property looks beautiful! Will keep him in mind for any future work I need done, big or small. Thanks a lot, Mark’s Excavating!"

Serving Cadillac, MI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
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Emergency services offered
"Tree service was done. Job was fully completed and done as requested. Fee was resonable. We would use them again."
Serving Cadillac, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Offers commercial services
"Has not done any work yet for me but would hire him without a doubt. Seen the work this man has fone"

Serving Cadillac, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
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Emergency services offered
Northern Ground Services has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in Michigan for years. With decades of experience, there is no job too large or small. Call today to schedule an appointment!

Serving Cadillac, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2017
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"Very knowledgeable. Very hardworking. Workers like this are not easy to find. I was extremely pleased after having been in the landscape business myself for 22 years they did it exactly as I pictured. Very hard to find someone who will do this type of work correctly."

Serving Cadillac, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
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Credit card accepted
"Professionalism and the quality of work is excellent."

Serving Cadillac, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I was purchasing a pre- built portable storage shed and needed a foundation put in before it was delivered. I was able to be worked into the schedule and they did a fantastic job. The guys were professional and friendly. I would definitely hire them again."

Serving Cadillac, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They are great reliable company to work for. They made everything easy and exactly how our family envisioned it. I will hire again!"

Serving Cadillac, MI and surrounding areas
Depth depends on the type of installation and the regulations in your area. Water supply lines typically require 24 inches, while drainage pipes are often installed 36 inches below grade. For most general projects, a depth of 12 to 24 inches and a width of about eight inches is sufficient. Sticking to these specs keeps your utilities safe, code-compliant, and easier to maintain later.
When you need to run utilities underground, you’ve got two main options: boring or trenching. Boring employs directional drilling to install utilities without exposing a continuous channel, while trenching requires excavating an open channel to place utilities securely. Directional drilling preserves landscape integrity, whereas trenching provides direct access for installation, albeit with greater surface disruption. This clear comparison helps you select the method best suited to your project.
Plan on 12 hours to dig 100 linear feet when the soil is cooperative and you can work continuously. This timeframe applies when work is performed consistently and methodically. Factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, obstructions, and frozen ground increase the overall duration, demanding extra planning and effort. Comprehensive operational planning ensures that every challenge is managed efficiently and the project is completed on schedule.
If you want your yard to look untouched, laying fresh sod over the trench is the quickest fix. New sod needs 30 to 45 days to root and blend with the rest of your lawn. A local sod pro can provide you with a firm timeline and tips to ensure the grass takes hold and maintains your curb appeal.
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