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Morton Excavation
4.9(
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Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Morton Excavation was GREAT! I asked for 2 estimates, one with a small retaining wall, one without. After receiving the estimates, I contacted Morton and asked how soon could they get started? “Next week, and we should be done in a couple days.” They did have to put me off for one day, but they completed the job in 2 days, cleaned up the work area, and did an excellent job. Thanks!!"
Gallery
Fire Hydrant install
8in ductile iron / fire hydrant install
Culvert Drainage
Culvert Drainage

+11

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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New England ABC, LLC
4.8(
62
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Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason and crew did an awesome job! They worked very well together and got the job done in a timely manner. Have received several great comments on the new driveway."
Owner/Individual
Owner/Individual
Owner/Individual
Owner/Individual
Owner/Individual

+83

Response time3 days
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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BTB Hardscaping & Excavation
5.0(
7
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Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"BTB Hardscaping was very professional. Showed up on time and got the job done on time. I have no complaints. I will be using them in the future for more work."
400sf patio
Foundation backfill
Foundation backfill
Excavation work
Excavation work

+1

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Whites Performance Machines
5.0(
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Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very responsive to changes and adjusting on the fly as we found the different terrain and worked thru it each day. Dependable! We hired them to clear a few acres and they were able to do that and a little more. Fair prices."
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North Berwick Pond 2
North Berwick Pond 2
North Berwick Pond 1
North Berwick Pond 2

+15

Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
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Tree Scouts LLC
5.0(
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Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a family-oriented veteran owned and operated company with years of experience in hazardous tree removal, pruning, land clearing and excavation. Our sole purpose at this company is to provide you with the very best and professional experience without sacrificing quality in our craft. We are currently available to provide free quotes and complete jobs throughout the State of Maine. We look forward to hearing from you!

Response time2 days
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Hard Tech Construction
3.3(
6
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Serving Acton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Outstanding customer service and reliability. Outstanding work and the added benefit is the the guys are pretty easy on the eyes!!"
Response time2 days
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

In most areas, you will need a permit for excavation work, even for projects that only involve grading or yard leveling. Permit requirements depend on your local government and the scope of the project, but they are especially common for significant digging or work that could affect utilities or public property. These permits help protect the local topography and prevent drainage issues. An experienced excavation company will typically know whether permits are needed and can often handle the process of pulling and closing them for you. You can also verify permit requirements by contacting your local building department and describing your project.

Sewer lines can be buried anywhere from 18 inches to 8 feet deep, with a common average depth between 18 and 30 inches. The exact depth depends on local factors like climate and soil type. In colder regions, pipes must be buried deeper (below the frost line) to prevent freezing, sometimes as deep as 8 feet. The digging depth can also impact the cost of sewer line replacement. To find the specific depth for your property, you can check the building plans for your system, which should be on file with your city or local sanitation department since permits are required for installation.

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

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