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DPH Tree Services LLC
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Serving Ionia, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"DPH Tree Services took down a dying maple tree for us. They did a great job. It was taken down, starting at the top, piece by piece, since there wasn't enough room to drop it in one piece. I strongly recomend them."
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Response time1 day
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Grubaugh Farms LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ionia, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They gave me a fair price for the work I needed done in my yard. They did the job within a few days. I was pleased with their service and will definitely use them again."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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KR Companies LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ionia, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"The quality was a top notch. They did a great job in a timely manner. I appreciate the service. I had no issue. They were professional. They did the job quickly."
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Mid Michigan Excavation LLC
4.5(
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Serving Ionia, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful service, very quick and thoroughly. I will definitely be recommending this company to everyone I know. Prices are great, employees are great, and the work they do is great! They basically can do whatever you need."
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Grand Rapids Excavation Services
New to Angi

Serving Ionia, MI and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Grand Rapids Excavation Services is a locally owned excavation contractor serving Grand Rapids and the surrounding West Michigan area. We specialize in residential and commercial excavation services including site preparation, grading, trenching, foundation excavation, utility work, drainage solutions, and land clearing.\n\nOur experienced team uses modern equipment to complete projects efficiently, safely, and on schedule. Whether you need small residential excavation or larger commercial site work, we are committed to clear communication, quality workmanship, and dependable results. Free estimates are available, and we welcome both residential and commercial projects.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Ionia, MI

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.

The Ionia, MI homeowners’ guide to excavation services

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