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Lytle Concrete
5.0(
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Serving Niles, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"James and his crew have done a couple of different jobs for me. One was removal and install of a garage floor and the other was prep and installed a new sidewalk. Including hauling away all waste material."
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Peterson Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Niles, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Offering skid steer and tractor services in Southwest Michigan. Available for driveway grading, brush clearing, dirt work, gravel spreading, small land clearing, cleanup, excavation, and general property projects. Reliable, hardworking, and ready to help get your job done right.

Garden Plot Project
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Earth Moving Solutions, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Niles, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with our company, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.\n

Response time2 days
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Global Paving & Asphalt LLC
4.8(
6
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Serving Niles, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Extremely well in every respect. They had their equipment in the area finishing up a commercial job nearby, and had extra material, so they cold-called me (based on the condition of my driveway, I'm sure!), explained their services and measured up the drive and provided a firm quote on the spot. The price was right and I liked the gentlemen (Robert Elsten, the owner and his nephew Rocky), so we shook hands and agreed they'd bring their equipment over to my drive and get started the next day. Early the next day Robert called and explained that the light drizzle that was expected during the day would make it less than ideal for asphalt to adhere, so we agreed they'd get started the following Monday, when sunny conditions were called for. They showed up on time and got to work with a cleanup crew of 10 or so and were ready to start paving by noon. We have a circle drive, a cutout with a carport (supported by four posts) and an extension to the two-car garage . The surface applied was even, uniform and right up to the curb and the garage and consistent around the carport posts. We had a light rain the next day and there is almost no pooling of water - excellent grading and drainage. All around a top-flight experience. Recommended!
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
R - Jay's Earthworks
New to Angi

Serving Niles, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

R-JAY'S EARTHWORKS\nQUALITY, AFFORDABLE EXCAVATION SERVICES IN MICHIANA \nWe are a Michiana-based company that offers Land Clearing, New Driveway Foundations, Pond Restoration, Storm Debris Cleanup, Building Site Preparation, Field Tile, Subcontracting or other Foundation and Excavation needs, you have found the right place!\n\nWe serve the entire Michiana area including Indiana, Michigan and some parts of Illinois. RJ's has earned a reputation as one of Michiana's best Excavation companies. Through dedication to our customers, Affordable prices and to quality excavation services, we are fortunate to continue our steady and healthy growth as an excavation company. \nFor more information on our Excavation Services, call 574.364.5248 today!

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FAQs for excavation projects in Niles, 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.

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