Kevin B. VanErt, Jr. established VanErts Lawn Service in 1997, beginning as a residential mowing company. At age 16, he mowed 40 lawns a week in a manufactured home neighborhood. After high school, Kevin planned to attend college to study engineering, but decided to wait one year to earn funding. Soon, four years had gone by and the company grew from a push mower in the back of his parents Suburban to trailers, riding mowers and his second pick-up truck. The possibilities of success soon outweighed the option of attending college. Over the next five years, landscaping became his passion. Learning to run the business was difficult, but working outdoors and creating unique projects was fun. After working on many national disaster projects through local churches and Samaritans Purse, Kevin decided to start doing more building construction projects and now focuses on hardscapes and home repair work.
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Kelly S on April 2021
Kevin B. VanErt, Jr. established VanErts Lawn Service in 1997, beginning as a residential mowing company. At age 16, he mowed 40 lawns a week in a manufactured home neighborhood. After high school, Kevin planned to attend college to study engineering, but decided to wait one year to earn funding. Soon, four years had gone by and the company grew from a push mower in the back of his parents Suburban to trailers, riding mowers and his second pick-up truck. The possibilities of success soon outweighed the option of attending college. Over the next five years, landscaping became his passion. Learning to run the business was difficult, but working outdoors and creating unique projects was fun. After working on many national disaster projects through local churches and Samaritans Purse, Kevin decided to start doing more building construction projects and now focuses on hardscapes and home repair work.
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Kelly S on April 2021
Creekside Carpentry LLC is a trusted name in the construction industry, emphasizing the significance of establishing strong customer/contractor relationships. Our primary focus is on providing high-quality craftsmanship rather than prioritizing quantity. We are well-versed in working on a wide range of projects, both big and small. From constructing new houses and additions to carrying out remodeling, kitchen and bathroom renovations, deck installations, window and siding replacements, and pole barn construction, we are committed to turning our clients' dreams into reality, one job at a time. As a licensed and insured company, we provide our clients with peace of mind throughout the construction process. Our commitment to excellence and attention to detail have garnered us a significant number of repeat customer, signifying the satisfaction they have experienced when working with us. Contact us to start that project that you have always dreamed of!
"10x12 deck built and a new interior door installed leading out to new deck. Mr. Hillard was professional and takes pride in his work. We are so happy with the end result, can't wait for warm weather so we can sit on it and watch the sunsets and watch the world go by. "
Cheryl A on February 2025
Creekside Carpentry LLC is a trusted name in the construction industry, emphasizing the significance of establishing strong customer/contractor relationships. Our primary focus is on providing high-quality craftsmanship rather than prioritizing quantity. We are well-versed in working on a wide range of projects, both big and small. From constructing new houses and additions to carrying out remodeling, kitchen and bathroom renovations, deck installations, window and siding replacements, and pole barn construction, we are committed to turning our clients' dreams into reality, one job at a time. As a licensed and insured company, we provide our clients with peace of mind throughout the construction process. Our commitment to excellence and attention to detail have garnered us a significant number of repeat customer, signifying the satisfaction they have experienced when working with us. Contact us to start that project that you have always dreamed of!
"10x12 deck built and a new interior door installed leading out to new deck. Mr. Hillard was professional and takes pride in his work. We are so happy with the end result, can't wait for warm weather so we can sit on it and watch the sunsets and watch the world go by. "
Cheryl A on February 2025
We here at VFC do all types of flat work from Driveways, pole barn floors, garage floors, Sidewalks, Patios, and stairsteps. We also incorporate stamped and colored Patios. We listen to what your needs are and help you create that image you have come to life!
"I recently hired VFC to pour a concrete pad, and they did an outstanding job. The project was completed on time and within budget, with excellent craftsmanship. The finish is smooth and precise, and their communication throughout was top-notch. The crew was professional, punctual, and left the area spotless. I highly recommend VFC for any concrete work. They exceeded my expectations in every way."
Levi K on June 2024
We here at VFC do all types of flat work from Driveways, pole barn floors, garage floors, Sidewalks, Patios, and stairsteps. We also incorporate stamped and colored Patios. We listen to what your needs are and help you create that image you have come to life!
"I recently hired VFC to pour a concrete pad, and they did an outstanding job. The project was completed on time and within budget, with excellent craftsmanship. The finish is smooth and precise, and their communication throughout was top-notch. The crew was professional, punctual, and left the area spotless. I highly recommend VFC for any concrete work. They exceeded my expectations in every way."
Levi K on June 2024
Father Paver is a company dedicated to creating outdoor environments that inspire a sense of comfort and enjoyment only the outdoors can provide. We are dedicated to making clients happy and really making something beautiful for now and generations to come.
"Excellent, quality work. Brad listened to my thoughts on the project and made suggestions that improved the look of my house. He was very professional and exceeded my expectations. I want to hire him again for my next project."
Jan B on November 2024
Father Paver is a company dedicated to creating outdoor environments that inspire a sense of comfort and enjoyment only the outdoors can provide. We are dedicated to making clients happy and really making something beautiful for now and generations to come.
"Excellent, quality work. Brad listened to my thoughts on the project and made suggestions that improved the look of my house. He was very professional and exceeded my expectations. I want to hire him again for my next project."
Jan B on November 2024
My name is Amanda Russell. I have been doing lawn care for 21 years. Expert attention to the fine details. I have been running professional Landscaping jobs since 2018. I have quoted, designed, and completed installations upwards of 20k. I enjoy this Career because of the creative artistic freedom that it allows me, and my team. It’s good to teach others this trade and the building process of it. Stone and Landscaping go hand in hand beautifully. Scientifically, Professionally, and Commercially mentored for Landscaping Health. I have a great team behind me.
"Great!!! Amanda does awesome personalized work. Also been in my life for almost 10 years. If you’re looking to get work done she’s your lady!"
Amy B on February 2025
My name is Amanda Russell. I have been doing lawn care for 21 years. Expert attention to the fine details. I have been running professional Landscaping jobs since 2018. I have quoted, designed, and completed installations upwards of 20k. I enjoy this Career because of the creative artistic freedom that it allows me, and my team. It’s good to teach others this trade and the building process of it. Stone and Landscaping go hand in hand beautifully. Scientifically, Professionally, and Commercially mentored for Landscaping Health. I have a great team behind me.
"Great!!! Amanda does awesome personalized work. Also been in my life for almost 10 years. If you’re looking to get work done she’s your lady!"
Amy B on February 2025
we specificalize in concrete driveways walkways sidewalks patios repairs and all, we also do painting roofing and lawn work, pavers we guarantee are work and if you don’t like it we will come back no charge and replace, until customer is happy, Here at G Diaz Construction Inc we make your home a place everyone feels welcomed and warm
we specificalize in concrete driveways walkways sidewalks patios repairs and all, we also do painting roofing and lawn work, pavers we guarantee are work and if you don’t like it we will come back no charge and replace, until customer is happy, Here at G Diaz Construction Inc we make your home a place everyone feels welcomed and warm
Hello, are you looking for someone with heavy equiptment? Need some grading, dirt work, excavation, gravel driveway put in or regraded? Call us. Also land clearing, brush hogging, tilling. We can do most things. We also build pads for building.
"Extremely happy with Matt. He was always on time and did exactly what we agreed to. Would hire him again in a heartbeat."
Jack B on September 2024
Hello, are you looking for someone with heavy equiptment? Need some grading, dirt work, excavation, gravel driveway put in or regraded? Call us. Also land clearing, brush hogging, tilling. We can do most things. We also build pads for building.
"Extremely happy with Matt. He was always on time and did exactly what we agreed to. Would hire him again in a heartbeat."
Jack B on September 2024
Specializing in fine grading and hydroseeding
Specializing in fine grading and hydroseeding
Jr's Handy Home Services , is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"We couldn’t be more pleased with everything about this transaction. They responded quickly, made an appt. with a half hour window, showed up on time, provided a thorough solution to our water damage/rodent problem, gave us a reasonable written estimate then banged out the job on-time a few days later. FYI they are devout Christians who gave us a brochure about finding Jesus with their card, but they were not pushy about this."
Katherine K on April 2021
Jr's Handy Home Services , is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"We couldn’t be more pleased with everything about this transaction. They responded quickly, made an appt. with a half hour window, showed up on time, provided a thorough solution to our water damage/rodent problem, gave us a reasonable written estimate then banged out the job on-time a few days later. FYI they are devout Christians who gave us a brochure about finding Jesus with their card, but they were not pushy about this."
Katherine K on April 2021
We have been a family owend business for over 75 years. We are also proud to say that we have the most expieriance in Lenawee county with Matt DeJonghe Him self holding 28+ years behind the wheel. That is almost 15 more that anyone else in the county working today. We started out pumping out the old out houses and moved on to making, instaling, and pumping out septic tanks. We now only pump out septic tanks and do septic tank inspections.
"DeJonghe Septic is an excellent company. Matt is not only an expert at what he does;he is very honest and has an outstanding work ethic. For example, when he came to pump our septic today, we discovered that the 50 year old lid had shattered since the last pumping. My wife and I went out to buy the riser and lid that Matt recommended, but didn't quite have the expertise to do it ourselves. Matt came back in the midst of his very busy day, helped us to install the riser, and refused to take any extra money for the second trip to our house! Their pumping prices are also reasonable and Misty in the office is very helpful. I don't give many five star reviews, but this one is well deserved."
keith c on August 2019
We have been a family owend business for over 75 years. We are also proud to say that we have the most expieriance in Lenawee county with Matt DeJonghe Him self holding 28+ years behind the wheel. That is almost 15 more that anyone else in the county working today. We started out pumping out the old out houses and moved on to making, instaling, and pumping out septic tanks. We now only pump out septic tanks and do septic tank inspections.
"DeJonghe Septic is an excellent company. Matt is not only an expert at what he does;he is very honest and has an outstanding work ethic. For example, when he came to pump our septic today, we discovered that the 50 year old lid had shattered since the last pumping. My wife and I went out to buy the riser and lid that Matt recommended, but didn't quite have the expertise to do it ourselves. Matt came back in the midst of his very busy day, helped us to install the riser, and refused to take any extra money for the second trip to our house! Their pumping prices are also reasonable and Misty in the office is very helpful. I don't give many five star reviews, but this one is well deserved."
keith c on August 2019
Most sidewalks rely on a ready‑mix blend of Portland cement, sand, gravel, and water that trucks deliver to your site and pour in one continuous lift. For added strength, many contractors fold in fiber mesh or steel reinforcement. This mix cures into a rock‑solid slab that stands up to foot traffic, freeze‑thaw cycles, and daily wear for decades. Expect a pro to recommend a 4‑inch‑thick pour for standard walkways.
With the right mix, proper drainage, and routine upkeep, a concrete sidewalk can last 25 to 50 years. Freeze‑thaw cycles, road salt, and heavy loads all shorten that timeline, but sealing every few years and patching small cracks early keeps damage in check. Think of sealing as inexpensive insurance for decades of safe, stable footing. In milder climates, some slabs push well past the 30‑year mark without major repairs.
Concrete sidewalks crack as a result of significant temperature fluctuations and heavy load pressures. The freeze-thaw cycles and sustained weight from vehicles or intense foot traffic force the concrete to develop cracks over time. Applying a premium sealant every two to three years and substituting salt with sand for de-icing minimizes crack formation. Regular maintenance and timely repairs safeguard the sidewalk’s structural integrity and extend its service life.