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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Shelby - Updated Nov 2026

Martin Land Improvement, Inc.
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+3 more

Serving Shelby, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were fantastic he called me right back after I call. Very prompt, always available, the question I had he got all the information we needed for putting the septic and over all electrical wires, he explained everything. Over all great business people and I was very satisfied with the work that he did. I will definitely use them again, he always explained the cost about financial."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Homes Outdoor Service
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Shelby, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! \n

River side Renovation
River side residence
Response time1 day
SKIDDY'S DO IT All LLC
New to Angi
Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingWater or Fuel Tank - Remove

Serving Shelby, MI and surrounding areas

Skiddy's Do It All LLC\n​Licensed and insured\nBringing honest old-school work ethic\n​Core Equipment\n​Compact Track Loader / Skid Steer\n​Utility Tractor\n​Mini Excavator\n​Services Offered\n​Site Prep & Earthwork: Grading, trenching, post holes, and driveway repair\n​Land Clearing: Forestry mulching, land and fence line clearing, brush cutting, and stump grinding\n​Habitat & Property Development: Food plots, shooting lanes, and deer stand set-up\n​Collaborating directly with you to tailor projects to your exact vision, backed by a large network of resources to handle any job from start to finish.

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FAQs for excavation projects in Shelby, 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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