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Excavation
Perc test holes
Landscaping
Brush Hogging
Tree & Stump removal
Tilling
Food plots
Material delivery & spreading
Driveway grading
Trenching (utilities/drainage)
Debris removal
Structure demolition

06/16/2026

🌧️ Summer rain season is here — and your yard might be trying to tell you something.
Poor drainage is one of the most common (and most expensive) problems homeowners in northern Michigan deal with. The tricky part? Most people don't notice it until the damage is already done.

Here are 5 signs your property has a drainage problem:
✅ Standing water that takes more than 48 hours to drain
✅ Water flowing toward your foundation instead of away from it
✅ Bare, eroded patches where the topsoil has washed away
✅ Soggy, spongy ground that never fully dries out
✅ Cracks or white chalky stains on your foundation or driveway

Any of those look familiar? It's probably a grading issue — and the good news is it's usually fixable before it turns into something major.

We just posted a full breakdown on the blog 👇
🔗 tangerine-tiller.com/blog/property-drainage-problems.html

Ready to get your property assessed?
🌐 tangerine-tiller.com
📞 (231) 333-8139

06/09/2026

🔨 New Pole Barn Site Prep: Completed! 🔨

We recently wrapped up this site preparation project over in Curtis, MI. To get this pad perfectly level, rock-solid, and ready for construction, we hauled in and graded nearly 75 cubic yards of clean sand.

A solid structure starts from the ground up. Whether you're building a pole barn, a garage, or prepping a new driveway, starting with a perfectly level, properly compacted pad saves time and headaches down the road.

🚜 Ready to start your next project? Let’s get it done right the first time.

📞 Call today: (231) 333-8139
🌐 Visit us online: Tangerine-Tiller.com

05/28/2026

🚜 Thinking of renting an excavator for that weekend project? Let’s do some quick math first. 🧮

It’s tempting to look at a $500 daily rental rate for a mini-excavator and think, "I can save a fortune doing this myself!" But for most homeowners here in Northern Michigan, the DIY route can quickly turn into a multi-week headache.

Before you reserve that machine, consider these hidden factors:

💰 The "Real" Cost of Renting: Delivery fees ($200–$300 round trip), fuel, taxes, and damage insurance can instantly double that "cheap" daily rate before you even turn the key.
⏱️ The Learning Curve: Operating heavy machinery is an art. What takes a professional 8 hours can easily take an inexperienced DIYer several days. When you value your own weekend time, DIY often costs more.
📐 Precision & Safety: A slight mistake in grading or slope can cause water to pool against your foundation, resulting in thousands in damage later. Plus, navigating around hidden utility lines takes years of "seat time" to do safely.
✨ The Finished Product: When Tangerine Tiller finishes a job, we don't just leave a hole in the ground. We grade, smooth, and ensure the site is perfectly ready for what's next—leaving your property looking better than we found it.

Save your weekend, your sanity, and your back! Let us bring the equipment, the insurance, and the expertise. Our professional estimates might surprise you with how competitive they actually are.

👇 Read the full breakdown on our blog:
🔗 https://tangerine-tiller.com/blog/pro-vs-diy.html

📞 Call us today at (231) 333-8139 for a free quote!

05/13/2026

🌧️ Snow's gone — but is water pooling near your foundation?
Spring runoff in the UP has a way of revealing grading problems that went unnoticed all winter. If you're seeing soggy spots that won't drain, water sitting against your house, or soft low spots in the yard, the ground around your home may no longer be shedding water the way it should.
The freeze-thaw cycle shifts and settles soil over time. A grade that was fine years ago might now be directing water straight toward your basement wall instead of away from it.
We just published a quick read on what to look for and what a fix actually involves. 👇
https://tangerine-tiller.com/blog/spring-runoff-grading.html
📞 (231) 333-8139 | tangerine-tiller.com
🛡️ Licensed & Insured | Serving Sault Ste. Marie, Pickford, Rudyard, Cedarville, St. Ignace & the eastern UP

04/30/2026

🚧 A Win-Win for You AND Your Friends! 🚧

You know Tangerine Tiller LLC gets the ground ready. Do your friends, neighbors, or colleagues in the Eastern U.P. have excavation or dirt work projects they need help with?

We’re launching our "$100-$100" Referral Program, and it’s a total score for everyone!

Here’s how it works:

REFER: Send our contact info to someone you know who needs any of our services (grading, land clearing, driveway restoration, etc.). Make sure they mention YOUR NAME when they contact us.

THEY SAVE: Your friend or neighbor will receive $100 OFF their new excavation project of $1,000 or more!

YOU EARN: Once their project is completed, you get a $100 CASH referral bonus for connecting us!

It’s that easy. There's no limit to how many referrals you can make. It’s the perfect time to help your friends get their property projects on the schedule!

How your friend can contact us:
Visit tangerine-tiller.com or call (231)333-8139.

Questions? Visit our website or send us a message!

04/20/2026

🚧 Tick Tock, Yoopers! The April Early-Bird 15% Discount is Fading Fast! ⏳

Can you believe it? There are only 10 DAYS LEFT to secure that sweet 15% discount on your essential excavation and dirt work project with Tangerine Tiller LLC! 🚜💨

Don't let the final days of April slip by without getting your project locked in. This is your chance to save big and guarantee your spot on our schedule as the ground finally thaws and dries out!

What projects are covered by the 15% discount? 🛠️
We're ready to tackle your toughest dirt work. Secure your spot now for:

🛣️ Driveway Restoration & Grading

🚧 Culvert Installation & Ditch Cleanouts

🌲 Land Clearing & Stump Removal

🚜 Excavation & Trenching (Utilities, Drainage)

🏚️ Small Structure Demolition & Debris Removal

🚛 Dirt & Gravel Delivery

How to lock in your 15% savings: ⬇️
Get Your Free Quote: Request a quote and sign your contract by April 30th.

We Schedule the Dig: We’ll book your work to begin as soon as the late April/early May conditions are right!

Don't miss out on the best deal of the season!
Visit tangerine-tiller.com today for your FREE quote and mention this ad. Let's make sure your property is ready for the U.P. summer! ☀️

03/29/2026

🚜 U.P. Spring has ARRIVED (Almost)! ❄️➡️🌱

Hey Yoopers! Is that… is that the ground we see? The snow is finally starting to give way, and Tangerine Tiller LLC is gearing up for a busy digging season! ☀️

If you’ve got dirt work planned—from clearing land to fixing a messy driveway—now is the time to act. Don't wait until the ground is fully dry and our schedule is packed!

💥 INTRODUCING OUR SPRING EARLY-BIRD SPECIAL! 💥

Book your project during the month of APRIL, and we’ll knock 15% OFF all labor and related fees! 💰

What services can you save 15% on?

🚧 Grading, Finish Grading, & Ditch Cleanouts

🛣️ Driveway Restoration, Grading, & Culverts

🌲 Land Clearing, Brush Hogging, & Stump Removal

🚜 Excavation & Trenching (Utilities, drainage, irrigation)

🏚️ Small Structure Demolition & Debris Removal

🚛 Dirt & Gravel Delivery charges

📋 Septic Perc-Test Holes

How it works:
1️⃣ Secure Your Spot in April: Request your quote and book by April 30th to lock in the 15% discount.
2️⃣ We Dig Later: The actual work begins as soon as the ground thaws and dries out (late April/early May).

Don't wait until the rush hits! Secure your project now and save.

📲 READY TO SAVE 15%? Visit tangerine-tiller.com to request your FREE quote today!

03/26/2026

🧮 New tool on the website — free material calculators for your next project!
Wondering how much gravel you need for a driveway repair? How many yards of fill dirt for a low spot in the yard? Plug in your length, width, and depth and get an instant estimate — no sign-up, no hassle.
We've got calculators for fill dirt, gravel, topsoil, mulch, and trench excavation. Check it out at the link below, and when you're ready to get the real number, give me a call.
👉 https://tangerine-tiller.com/calculators.html

02/27/2026

As we begin to dig ourselves out from this long Upper Peninsula Winter and start thinking about Spring projects, something to keep in mind when it comes to hiring a Contractor.....

In the Eastern U.P., it’s common to see projects start with a handshake and a "don’t worry about it." But in Michigan, there are specific rules and regulations that exist for one reason: to protect the homeowner.

If a Contractor isn't providing you with the legally required documentation, they aren't just skipping "paperwork"—they might be skipping your protection. At Tangerine Tiller LLC, we believe that doing the job right starts before we even move the first yard of dirt.

Red Flags to Watch For:

🚩 No Written Contract: A quote should be more than a number on a napkin. It needs clear specs and a 3-day right to cancel.

🚩 No Sworn Statement: If they don't give you a notarized statement with their invoice, you have no legal guarantee that their suppliers (like the gravel pit) have actually been paid.

🚩 No Lien Waiver: Without this "final receipt," your property title could remain at risk even after you’ve paid in full.

We handle the "boring" legal details—like the 3-Day Right to Cancel, Notarized Sworn Statements, and Full Unconditional Waivers—so you can focus on your new foundation, driveway, or cleared land without the "hidden" stress.

Don't settle for a handshake when you can have a guarantee. Let’s get your Spring project started the right way. Contact Tangerine Tiller.

02/21/2026

Hey Yooper's! Now’s the time to get on the Spring work schedule. Once the thaw hits the UP, everyone wants grading, trenching, and clearing—book early and avoid the rush.....read more in our "Beat The Rush" blog here https://tangerine-tiller.com/blog/plan-spring-excavation-now.html

Address

20381 S Roe Road
Pickford, MI
49783

Telephone

+15869250100

Website

http://www.Tangerine-Tiller.com/

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