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Avatar for Northern Outdoor Services, LLC
Northern Outdoor Services, LLC
30350 Nature Road
4.73(
13
)
Approved Pro
Northern Outdoor Services, LLC
30350 Nature Road
4.73(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
72 local quotes requested

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"I was so appreciative of their willingness to help me create! They have an eye for detail. We started from scratch with a blank canvas of a backyard, and we made a beautiful patio and dog park for my dogs. I had ideas of things I wanted but Ross very kindly let me know how his way would be better...you know, because professionals understand that retaining walls help hold earth together and my idea would have caused a mud slide...YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING!!!"

Alyson Z on September 2023

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"I was so appreciative of their willingness to help me create! They have an eye for detail. We started from scratch with a blank canvas of a backyard, and we made a beautiful patio and dog park for my dogs. I had ideas of things I wanted but Ross very kindly let me know how his way would be better...you know, because professionals understand that retaining walls help hold earth together and my idea would have caused a mud slide...YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING!!!"

Alyson Z on September 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
2530 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
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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
192 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


Kottke Services & Excavating
815 W 2nd St
No reviews
Kottke Services & Excavating
815 W 2nd St
No reviews
2 years of experience

Here at Kottke Services & Excavating we are a small family owned and operated business. Specializing in shoreline restoration to help preserve your waterfront. We also offer a wide variety of services to go along with that like, -lawn and landscape -concrete -land clearing -gravel driveways -light excavation -drainage feel free to contact us with any questions or a free quote

Here at Kottke Services & Excavating we are a small family owned and operated business. Specializing in shoreline restoration to help preserve your waterfront. We also offer a wide variety of services to go along with that like, -lawn and landscape -concrete -land clearing -gravel driveways -light excavation -drainage feel free to contact us with any questions or a free quote


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


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.


American Innovations
3861 Edgewood Rd NE
No reviews
American Innovations
3861 Edgewood Rd NE
No reviews

We are a full service remodeling and septic contractor. We have completed projects of all sizes; no job to big or small. We believe quality comes first. We are a small business with owners generally on site everyday.

We are a full service remodeling and septic contractor. We have completed projects of all sizes; no job to big or small. We believe quality comes first. We are a small business with owners generally on site everyday.


CLOSURE CONSTRUCTION INC
15387 AQUILA AVE S
4.50(
6
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CLOSURE CONSTRUCTION INC
15387 AQUILA AVE S
4.50(
6
)
Customers say: Terrific value
24 years of experience

CLOSURE CONSTRUCTION, INC. IS A GENERAL CONTRACTING FIRM THAT TAYLORS TO CUSTOMER SERVICE AND COMPETITIVE PRICING. CALL US FOR A FREE ESTIMATE TODAY! LICENSE #20308779.

CLOSURE CONSTRUCTION, INC. IS A GENERAL CONTRACTING FIRM THAT TAYLORS TO CUSTOMER SERVICE AND COMPETITIVE PRICING. CALL US FOR A FREE ESTIMATE TODAY! LICENSE #20308779.

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Building site preparation and clearings FAQs

A professional team can clear an acre of land in as little as two to twelve hours, depending on your land's condition. You'll need to consider factors like vegetation density, terrain features, and obstacles such as trees, stumps, rocks, or existing structures can increase the time required. If your land is heavily wooded or has uneven terrain, expect the process to take longer and require more effort.

If you're looking to clear land for a pasture, expect to pay between $400 and $600 per acre for forestry mulching or $500 to $5,600 per acre for conventional land clearing. When choosing a method, consider:

  • Forestry Mulching: Leaves organic material in the soil, promoting new ground cover growth.

  • Conventional Clearing: You might lose valuable topsoil during this process.

A land-clearing project typically involves several key steps to prepare your property for construction or landscaping. First, assess your land and obtain any necessary permits from your local building department. Then, professionals use specialized equipment to remove trees, stumps, brush, and vegetation. After clearing, they haul away debris and may perform grading to level the land, ensuring it's ready for your intended use.

Preparing land to build a house typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000, depending on your land's size and condition. This includes clearing space for the foundation, which may involve removing trees, stumps, brush, and leveling or grading the site. Don't forget to budget for additional costs like permits, fees, and installing utility connections such as gas lines, water lines, and sewer mains.

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