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Avatar for Morton Excavation
Morton Excavation
4.9(
14
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"All materials were removed and hauled off in a 30-ft dumpster. I was very satisfied with the demolition work ? everything was handled efficiently and professionally. Morton Excavation offers fair pricing and delivers quality results. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing excavation or demolition services."
Gallery
Fire Hydrant install
8in ductile iron / fire hydrant install
Culvert Drainage
Culvert Drainage

+11

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Avatar for New England ABC, LLC
New England ABC, LLC
4.8(
62
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason was very congenial, friendly and was willing to a small job. He and his crew did very professional job and sooner then ex-pected. I truly liked the work they did. They satisfied my expec-tations on how I wanted it done and he did go the extra mile in his excavation as will. Thanks again."
Owner/Individual
Owner/Individual
Owner/Individual
Owner/Individual
Owner/Individual

+83

Response time3 days
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Whites Performance Machines
Whites Performance Machines
5.0(
18
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
North Berwick Pond 1
North Berwick Pond 2
North Berwick Pond 2
North Berwick Pond 1
North Berwick Pond 2

+15

Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Zinck's Property Management
Zinck's Property Management
4.6(
15
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Aaron and his team installed two stone, curved walls on each side of the end of the driveway (in the culvert). It looks fabulous and such an improvement from what was there. Aaron discussed the job up front, did excellent work, kept the work space neat and tidy at the end of each day, was very approachable and flexible when an alteration was needed for one side. He was very professional in his approach, but also friendly and interested in what you want the scope of the job to be. I would highly recommend him! Get him on your side for your spring projects!"
Lawn
Lawn
Hardscaping
Hardscaping
Patio

+5

Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for David J Boutilier
David J Boutilier
5.0(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We've hired Pete Boutillier's Junk Removal Company for multiple projects, and every experience has been excellent. Pete is professional, dependable, and reasonably priced. He shows up when he says he will, works hard, and always gets the job done efficiently. What really sets Pete apart is his ability to tackle challenging jobs. No job seems too big or complicated, and he's an excellent problem solver who doesn't need constant direction. He's a true self-starter who takes initiative and finds solutions when unexpected issues arise. If you're looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking, affordable, and easy to work with, we highly recommend Pete and his team. We wouldn't hesitate to hire him again for future projects!"
David J Boutilier
David J Boutilier
David J Boutilier
David J Boutilier
David J Boutilier

+13

38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Tobey and Son Excavation LLC
Tobey and Son Excavation LLC
5.0(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Alfred, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ryan at Tobey & Son Excavation was excellent! He did some site prep work for us and was incredibly easy to work with; friendly, professional, and extremely knowledgeable in his field. He showed a high level of attention to detail which was clearly displayed in his finished work. We will be using Tobey & Son for all of our upcoming projects and highly recommend him to everyone else!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Tree Scouts LLC
Tree Scouts LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Alfred, 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
Response rate100%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

The average cost of excavation is approximately $3,200, with typical projects ranging from $500 to $15,000. Depending on the contractor, you may be charged between $50 and $200 per cubic yard or an hourly rate of $40 to $180 for an excavation specialist. The total cost is influenced by several factors, including the project size, the amount of soil to be removed, and the soil's condition. Hard soil, tree roots, or excessive rocks and clay can increase the price, potentially adding $200 to $1,200 to the final bill. Other factors that can drive up costs include the presence of nearby structures that complicate the work or tight spaces that require manual excavation instead of heavy machinery.

Excavations take a few days or up to a few weeks. The time it takes to excavate an area depends on the size of the area, the type of soil, the type of excavator, and even the time of year, since winter can make digging up the ground more difficult.

Digging a bush up by the roots is the most natural DIY method for removing a bush stump. Start by identifying the shrub type and revealing its roots. Cut the shrub to its base and loosen the soil, ensuring no utility lines are nearby. Optionally, treat the base with herbicide, then dig around the roots and cut a circle around the shrub using various tools. Dig a trench, cut the base of the root ball, and finally fill the hole to prevent regrowth. This thorough process ensures complete removal without damaging surrounding areas.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

Trenchers can dig holes as narrow as 4 inches or as wide as 4 feet. Check the specifications of the trencher you rent or buy to determine how wide it will cut into the landscape. Better yet, let the excavation company know how wide you’d like the trench to be, and they can help you choose the right trencher for the job (or do it for you).

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