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Clean Cut Outdoor Services
2330 Leibel St #105
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Clean Cut Outdoor Services
2330 Leibel St #105
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Clean Cut Outdoor Services, 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.

"Did a good job at a reasonable price"

Harry A on July 2023

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Clean Cut Outdoor Services, 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.

"Did a good job at a reasonable price"

Harry A on July 2023


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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
14530 27th Ave N
4.33(
798
)
Approved Pro
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
14530 27th Ave N
4.33(
798
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2532 local quotes requested
90 years of experience

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"The plumber did a great job and came out within the hour. He gave me a quote after looking at the job and then when right to work."

Ernie P on January 2025

When you need an emergency plumber or a drain cleaner, call Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup. Your fast & reliable plumber can fix any plumbing problem, including sump pumps, toilet repair, faucet repair, faucet replacement, garbage disposals, water heaters, bathtubs, showers, and outside faucets. Roto-Rooter is best known for drain cleaning & sewer cleaning. We fix drain clogs, clogged toilets or sinks, blockage of main sewer lines, slow draining shower and bathtub drains, sewer lines and leaking or burst pipes. We also specialize in water damage restoration & water cleanup services. We can fix and clean up your flooded basement too. Roto-Rooter is a 24-hour plumber near you and provides emergency service.

"The plumber did a great job and came out within the hour. He gave me a quote after looking at the job and then when right to work."

Ernie P on January 2025


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Scandia Contracting
10500 250th St
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Scandia Contracting
10500 250th St
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
191 local quotes requested

In business since 1987. Over 30 years of experience, licensed, insured and bonded. Scandia Contracting & farming, strives to deliver the best in all your excavating needs from Septic system installation to full service excavating for residential and commercial. Check out our website for more information and services, and please call 651-257-2004 or 651-303-0911 to schedule your free estimate and service.. WE DO NOT DO THE SERVICES LISTED BELOW: PLEASE CALL A SECTIC PUMPER. (THANK YOU) NO SEPTIC TANK PUMPING, NO SUMP PUMPING. NO TANK CLEAN OUTS:

"Scandia Contracting politely informed me that they install, but do not pump septic tanks and that they do not know why angies list keeps referring people to them for pumping."

David G on November 2019

In business since 1987. Over 30 years of experience, licensed, insured and bonded. Scandia Contracting & farming, strives to deliver the best in all your excavating needs from Septic system installation to full service excavating for residential and commercial. Check out our website for more information and services, and please call 651-257-2004 or 651-303-0911 to schedule your free estimate and service.. WE DO NOT DO THE SERVICES LISTED BELOW: PLEASE CALL A SECTIC PUMPER. (THANK YOU) NO SEPTIC TANK PUMPING, NO SUMP PUMPING. NO TANK CLEAN OUTS:

"Scandia Contracting politely informed me that they install, but do not pump septic tanks and that they do not know why angies list keeps referring people to them for pumping."

David G on November 2019


Anchor Builders
4045 Vernon Ave S
4.93(
28
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Anchor Builders
4045 Vernon Ave S
4.93(
28
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Anchor Builders is a family owned design-build firm. We take pride in building quality renovation projects and in establishing relationships that will last a life time. We believe the only way to build and sustain those relationships is by listening to our customers and paying attention to details. With this simple approach, we have established our reputation and business model, which depends upon referrals from satisfied customers and repeat business. We always build with the highest quality and craftsmanship.

"Both of us have nothing but great things to say about the design process. Really felt like the team was very communicative, listened to what we liked / disliked, and guided us through the process with thoughtfulness and insight. It can be overwhelming at times but we found a very good rapport and rhythm that made sure the overall scope never felt too daunting. Happy to recommend!"

Robert K on April 2025

Anchor Builders is a family owned design-build firm. We take pride in building quality renovation projects and in establishing relationships that will last a life time. We believe the only way to build and sustain those relationships is by listening to our customers and paying attention to details. With this simple approach, we have established our reputation and business model, which depends upon referrals from satisfied customers and repeat business. We always build with the highest quality and craftsmanship.

"Both of us have nothing but great things to say about the design process. Really felt like the team was very communicative, listened to what we liked / disliked, and guided us through the process with thoughtfulness and insight. It can be overwhelming at times but we found a very good rapport and rhythm that made sure the overall scope never felt too daunting. Happy to recommend!"

Robert K on April 2025


Richfield Blacktop & Concrete
7745 2nd Ave S
4.75(
179
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Richfield Blacktop & Concrete
7745 2nd Ave S
4.75(
179
)
Customers say: Quality work
71 years of experience

Richfield Blacktop & Concrete is a full-service asphalt and concrete contractor serving the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro since 1954. We do not do seal coating. Local home and business owners are familiar with the pavement damage our harsh winters can do. We are the Twin Cities’ top choice for pavement repairs, replacements and additions. We are proud to have laid down over 8.5 million square feet of asphalt and concrete. Whether you are a residential customer and wish to have a new asphalt driveway or own a business and wish to install a new concrete parking lot, our professional contractors will handle the job with ease. Asphalt and concrete work not only improves your property’s street appeal, it can also increase the value of your home, apartment complex, shopping center, or office building. Some of our services include: • Asphalt driveways and edging • Concrete driveways • Garage floors and patios • Sidewalks and steps • Exposed aggregate • Overlays and aprons • Parking lots and roads • Commercial paving If you have been burned by contractors in the past, rely on Richfield Blacktop & Concrete and our more than 58 years of experience. We will communicate with you and keep you up to date on the progress of your paving project. There are no hidden costs involved in our work, and we will leave your place as clean as, if not better, than it was before. We even provide our clients with a “Driveway Maintenance and Care” book. We are a BBB accredited business that is fully licensed and insured. We accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover for payment, and senior discounts are available—just ask! Call us today for a free estimate!

"Throughout the process it was easy working with Richfield Blacktop and Concrete. Mark Fishbeck and Tom Breen were professional and helpful. We had a conflict in dates and they worked to complete our job in a timely manner. The crew was efficient and careful."

Michele O on March 2021

Richfield Blacktop & Concrete is a full-service asphalt and concrete contractor serving the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro since 1954. We do not do seal coating. Local home and business owners are familiar with the pavement damage our harsh winters can do. We are the Twin Cities’ top choice for pavement repairs, replacements and additions. We are proud to have laid down over 8.5 million square feet of asphalt and concrete. Whether you are a residential customer and wish to have a new asphalt driveway or own a business and wish to install a new concrete parking lot, our professional contractors will handle the job with ease. Asphalt and concrete work not only improves your property’s street appeal, it can also increase the value of your home, apartment complex, shopping center, or office building. Some of our services include: • Asphalt driveways and edging • Concrete driveways • Garage floors and patios • Sidewalks and steps • Exposed aggregate • Overlays and aprons • Parking lots and roads • Commercial paving If you have been burned by contractors in the past, rely on Richfield Blacktop & Concrete and our more than 58 years of experience. We will communicate with you and keep you up to date on the progress of your paving project. There are no hidden costs involved in our work, and we will leave your place as clean as, if not better, than it was before. We even provide our clients with a “Driveway Maintenance and Care” book. We are a BBB accredited business that is fully licensed and insured. We accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover for payment, and senior discounts are available—just ask! Call us today for a free estimate!

"Throughout the process it was easy working with Richfield Blacktop and Concrete. Mark Fishbeck and Tom Breen were professional and helpful. We had a conflict in dates and they worked to complete our job in a timely manner. The crew was efficient and careful."

Michele O on March 2021


Dirtworks Inc.
PO Box 169
4.67(
3
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Dirtworks Inc.
PO Box 169
4.67(
3
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned and operated. Additional e-mail: SteveSr@DirtWorksMn.com

Family owned and operated. Additional e-mail: SteveSr@DirtWorksMn.com


BENSHOOF CONSTRUCTION INC
974 ARCADE ST
2.00(
1
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BENSHOOF CONSTRUCTION INC
974 ARCADE ST
2.00(
1
)
52 years of experience

MN LICENSE #2507

MN LICENSE #2507


JDM Concrete Design and Construction
Lino Lakes
1.00(
1
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JDM Concrete Design and Construction
Lino Lakes
1.00(
1
)
25 years of experience

We specialize in colored and stamped concrete, and do anything concrete. We have 15+ years experience. Licensed and Insured. Visit our website at http://jdmconcrete.design.officelive.com/

We specialize in colored and stamped concrete, and do anything concrete. We have 15+ years experience. Licensed and Insured. Visit our website at http://jdmconcrete.design.officelive.com/


Ouverson Sewer & Water Inc
PO Box 247
5.00(
9
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Ouverson Sewer & Water Inc
PO Box 247
5.00(
9
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned & operated.

Family owned & operated.


RUDY EXCAVATING, INC.
7375 165TH ST N
No reviews
RUDY EXCAVATING, INC.
7375 165TH ST N
No reviews
51 years of experience

We are a small family owned excavating buisness that takes pride in our work. Resonable rates, dependable service for over 30 years. Lisenced and insured.

We are a small family owned excavating buisness that takes pride in our work. Resonable rates, dependable service for over 30 years. Lisenced and insured.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Saint Paul, MN

The depth of your trench depends on your project's needs and local regulations. Standard trenches are usually 12 to 24 inches deep and about eight inches wide. Specific installations have exact requirements—for example, water pipes need to be buried 24 inches deep, while drainage systems may require a depth of 36 inches. Understanding these dimensions helps with proper planning and ensures utilities are installed safely.

Boring and trenching are different methods for installing underground utilities. Boring uses directional drilling to install utilities without digging a continuous trench, minimizing surface disruption—ideal when you want to preserve your landscaping. Trenching involves digging an open channel where utilities are placed before backfilling, which provides direct access but causes more disturbance to the surface.

Digging a trench for 100 linear feet requires 12 hours of work. The total time is affected by factors such as rocky soil, tree roots, and other obstructions along the path, which demand additional effort and planning. This precise scheduling insight helps in project planning and ensures that the work is completed on time, with all conditions carefully accounted for.

Yes, you'll likely need to lay sod after trenching to restore your lawn's appearance. It typically takes 30 to 45 days for new sod to root firmly and blend with your existing grass. Consider consulting a local sod specialist to get accurate timelines and ensure the restoration looks great and functions well.

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