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RPM Excavation, LLC
4.2(
149
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Serving Plymouth, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Customer service with this company was exceptional, this company goes above and beyond. Was very pleased with their work with their workers and with the owner of the company, I couldn’t have asked for a better company would highly recommend them to anyone who is in need of any excavation work."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mich-i-Gone Junk Removal, LLC
5.0(
51
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Serving Plymouth, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Stop stressing about the mess! Mich-i-Gone Junk Removal specializes in transforming cluttered basements, garages and attics into usable living space. Our team can help with your commercial projects as well. We offer same-day service and transparent pricing - no hidden fees, just honest work. Let us help you start your next chapter in a clean, junk-free home or office. \n

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Jungle Java
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Penguin Junk Removal, LLC
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Serving Plymouth, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Max and Hoss from Penquin Junk Removal arrived this morning as scheduled. They were courteous and efficient. I would recommend them and I would use them again. Very pleasant experience."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Pelkey Services
5.0(
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Serving Plymouth, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very knowledgeable and he replaced my spigot and outside water shutoff valve for a very reasonable price. Als gave me information on hydro jetting my main drain for roots in the fall."
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Recommended by35%of homeowners
Yard Works, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Plymouth, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Yard Works does fantastic work. They are detail-oriented, thoughtful and easy to work with! We had them install a concrete paver patio for us among other tasks in our garden and we are very happy with how it turned out. We look forward to having them help us with future projects!"
Response time1 hour
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for excavation projects in Plymouth, 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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