I work on lakefront and cabin properties across Northwestern Wisconsin handling excavation, retaining walls, grading, drainage, and land clearing. These jobs come with challenges you don’t see on standard sites, and I build everything to hold up long term so you don’t have to worry about it when you’re not there.
Working near lakes and rivers changes everything. The soil holds more moisture, slopes are more common, and the margin for error is smaller.
If the groundwork isn’t done right, you end up with erosion, shifting ground, or drainage issues that get worse over time.
Lakefront excavation isn’t just moving dirt. It involves understanding soil saturation, managing runoff, stabilizing slopes, and working within DNR guidelines when required.
I approach these jobs with a plan so the property stays stable and usable long term.
I was lucky enough to be introduced to Jed Mattmiller by Cody Design after another “landscaper” bailed on my project. I was left with 27 tons of beautiful limestone rock and a dream…Jed made it come true! I booked him in the late fall/early winter for a job the following spring. You know what…???!!!??? He ACTUALLY held onto his word and waited until the ground was thawed (like he said he would) and I was one of his first jobs for the spring! That’s integrity and that’s someone I would most definitely recommend! He went above and beyond, he is a great communicator, and he held true to his word and price and actually gave me more than asked for. I absolutely love my new limestone stairs by the water! They are stunningly beautiful and a work of art. Hire someone you can trust! Hire someone who does amazing work! And hire someone who knows how to send invoices, receipts and communicates whenever you need something! I would 1,000 percent say to hire Jed Mattmiller!
I build boulder retaining walls designed to hold on slopes and along shorelines. Proper base work and drainage behind the wall are what keep it from failing.
When needed, I can also work with systems like EnviroLok for added erosion control in sensitive areas.
Controlling erosion is one of the most important parts of lakefront work. I shape and grade the land so water moves correctly and doesn’t wash out the property.
Getting down to the water safely matters. I build steps and access paths that are stable and built into the landscape.
This is the kind of work where details matter, and it shows in the finished result.
A lot of cabin properties need a place for campers or RVs. I install pads that are properly graded and compacted so they hold up through weather and repeated use.
Whether you’re starting from raw land or improving a wooded lot, I handle clearing so the property is ready to use and build on.
Lakefront soil holds water. I build drainage systems that move it away from structures and prevent long-term damage.
For rural or off-grid properties, I prep sites for septic systems so they’re ready for installation and meet requirements.
I work throughout Northwestern Wisconsin including Rice Lake, Hayward, Shell Lake, Spooner, and Birchwood, along with lake properties across Barron, Washburn, and Sawyer counties.
If you’ve got a cabin or lakefront property in this region, I likely cover your area.
I’ve worked in this region long enough to understand how the soil, slopes, and water conditions behave. That matters on lakefront properties where mistakes are expensive to fix.
A lot of my work comes from fixing jobs that weren’t done correctly. I’d rather build it right the first time so you don’t have to deal with that.
Lakefront projects often involve septic and well contractors. I work alongside them to make sure everything lines up and the project moves forward without issues.
Contact us for a free estimate on your grading project in Rice Lake. We provide precise, efficient, and safe grading solutions to ensure your land is properly prepared for construction, drainage, or landscaping.
In many cases, yes. Requirements depend on the project and location. I can help guide you through what’s needed.
It depends on access, slope, soil conditions, and the scope of work. I provide clear estimates after reviewing the property.
I cover Northwestern Wisconsin including Hayward, Shell Lake, Spooner, Birchwood, and surrounding areas.
It starts with clearing, grading, and making sure drainage is handled properly so the site is ready to build.
I install gravel and compacted pads designed for stability and long-term use.
In some cases, yes. Frozen ground can actually help with access depending on the project.
