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Pitylak Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Impressive! He came to give estimate at my convience. He gave honest opinion. Went back to his place and scrapped my driveway had everything done within an hour. Price was great. He was very knowlegble I could tell I could trust him and he did great job. I diffinately recommend him to anyone looking for quality efficiency and quality. Thanks"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LONGWOOD CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason did an excellent job with leveling and prepping the ground for our patio project. He is a great communicator and even went above and beyond in providing advice and instructions for how to finish the rest of the project. We are very happy with Longwood's work and will definitely use them again if we have other projects in the future!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kenneth Brothers Construction LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Kenneth Brothers' service was exceptional - they were communicative, prompt, professional, and did an excellent job. We hired Kenneth Brothers to remove several cubic yards of soil from a yard project we had done ourselves. They not only removed the soil from the side yard, but left the site in excellent condition, showing exceptional care for our lawn and garden. We highly recommend their services."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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River Rock Property Management
5.0(
4
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Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had River Rock replace and install a retaining wall all around my property as well as mulching, planting, and removal of trees/bushes. The crew was motivated, educated and seemed to really enjoy the work they were doing. I was very satisfied with their work, and am looking forward to future projects I have for them."
Response time30 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Kosmet Construction
5.0(
3
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Serving Olivet, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The job I had this company do was excellent this company showed attention to detail High work ethic an overall a very good experience i would highly recommend this company for grading, land clearing,excavation Etc."
Response time2 days
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Olivet, 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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