We listen. We understand. We work.
We listen to your needs and are candid about what it takes to execute your vision. We do honest work for fair prices; it is how we would like to be treated. We live in the central U.P. and we treat you as our neighbor.
Our story
Tim Burkhardt, a.k.a. Burky, has 20 years experience and has worked in and around the Grand Marais area. He has an excellent reputation, and it is because he does what he says he is going to do, and he does it well. Tim has the experience necessary to guide home and business owners with their projects. He works fast and the quality of his finished product is unmatched.


Our commitment
Burky has built a team that focuses on quality and efficiency. He takes pride in the work he and his team do and has been chosen by homeowners, businesses and townships to complete very important work.
"We want to provide exceptional excavating & septic installation services that exceed our customers' expectations. We have built long-term relationships with our customers based on trust, transparency and reliability!"
Tim Burkhardt a.k.a. Burky

“I was our first customer! As a Realtor in Grand Marais, I had a need for a new septic system at a listing and after talking to Burky, Tamarack was born. We do projects throughout the central UP and I am proud of the work Burky produces!”
Molly Tavenner, Owner
