For builders and contractors
Postholes for deck, fence and pole barn builders
Mr. Posthole drills postholes and installs ground screws for deck builders, fence companies and pole barn builders across southeast Michigan. Builders like Burkhardt Ridge in Howell and Simply Decks in Canton use us for holes on the marks, plumb and to depth, covered for safety, with MISS DIG handled and a certificate of insurance on request.
What you get
Why builders sub out their holes to us
Re-drill guarantee
If a hole isn't plumb or to depth, Kirk redrills it free.
Cheaper than doing it in-house
Hiring us saves you the cost of a truck, a worker, and a $60k machine you don't need to haul around.
Reliable
"They are always on time" is how a deck builder who uses us many times a year puts it.
Plumb, to depth, on the marks
An LED inclinometer on every hole. To depth, exactly where you marked them, and plumb.
Holes covered
We cover the holes for safety, so an open footing isn't sitting in your customer's yard.
MISS DIG handled
Kirk files the ticket through his contractor portal and doesn't drill without clearance. Allow 72 business hours (Mon–Fri).
Insured, COI on request
General liability and workers' comp. We'll send a certificate of insurance for your file.
Spoils removal
We haul the dirt or move it wherever you want it on site.
Tight access, protected sites
A compact machine and composite mats beside new foundations, fresh concrete and landscaping. It needs a 42 in gate, or a fence section out.
Ground screws from your plans
Send the plans. We work out the tributary loads and send back a drawing for your permit application. After install, you get the torque report for the building department.
Certified by Michigan Ground Screw to install American Ground Screw products.
Who we dig for
Builders we dig for
- Honest RemodelingHowell
- Custom Deck Creations
- Donavan ShipleyPinckney
- MDW Home ImprovementsGrand Blanc
- Decks UnlimitedTrenton
- Exclusive Custom HomesMilford
- Dexter ContractingDexter
- Burkhardt RidgeHowell
- Simply DecksCanton
Contractor projects
Jobs we've drilled for builders
Saline, MI · March 202610 ft deep, 18 in wide footings in Saline
Depth 10 ft · Diameter Ø 18 in
Canton, MI · March 202615 in footings for Simply Decks in Canton
Holes 11 · Diameter Ø 15 in
Detroit, MI · March 2026Porch replacement postholes in Detroit
Holes 6 · Job porch → new deck
Novi, MI · August 2025Deck upgrade postholes in Novi
Job deck upgrade · Holes to depth, on the marks
Howell, MI · May 2025Zero lawn damage for Burkhardt Ridge in Howell
Client Burkhardt Ridge · Conditions tight, near utilities
Howell, MITight work area beside a new home in Howell
Job new deck · Setting tight to the building
Google reviews
From the trades
“We are a deck builder who uses Kirk's services many times throughout the year. He and his son's do outstanding work. They are always on time, protect the yard, and dig precise holes to proper depth. He also covers the holes for safety. I couldn't be happier with them. We will continue to do business together. I highly recommend Mr. Posthole for all your digging needs 10/10 service and results.”
“I would recommend using Mr. Post hole, really decent guys, great service. Punctual and fast. If you're a homeowner it's the perfect service when one doesn't have the equipment to knock out a larger project. For builders and contractors I would recommend putting their number in your phone. I will most definitely use again and refer Mr. Post hole.”
“Kirk did an amazing job. He showed up on time and completed the job even with a foot of frost in the ground. His machinery is compact and was able to get into the tight space we had to work with without any damage to the surrounding concrete. His auger uses LED leveling indicators to ensure that all holes were perfectly straight. I highly recommend him.”
Put our number in your phone.
Call or text (517) 715-9064 with the address, hole count, diameter and depth. Mon–Sat 7am–7pm.