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Avatar for Forrest Excavation
Forrest Excavation
5.0(
34
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Dresden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They did a great job on multiple area project that included excavation, grading, drainage and septic tank installation. Rick, Brad and Allen were all professional, friendly and real pleasure to work with. Rick was able to perform very precise operations with the excavator and ensured everything was cleaned up and looking good before they left. Would recommend them to anyone in their service area and would consider them for any projects of my own in the future."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+32

Response time9 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bob Lemieux Landscaping, Inc.
4.9(
29
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Dresden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bob was fantastic to work with! He came out and gave me an estimate that was good and was able to get the job done in a timely manner! Him and his worker (Don) were knowledgeable and worked well to make sure the project was done in a way that not only looks good but worked for what I wanted! I am beyond happy with the way Bob completed my project! Thank you Bob (and Don)!"
Bulkhead area Clean Up
Stand Up Flagging Walkway
Driveway Entrance
Majestic Driveway Entrance
Majestic Driveway Entrance

+82

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Bart Flanagan Tree Service
4.3(
87
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Dresden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had two very large trees towering over our home cut down. Within a few hours, the crew had both trees cut down and tree debris cleaned up. Excellent customer service. I would highly recommend this company to anyone needing their services."
Response time2 days
219 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Moore's Excavation
5.0(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Dresden, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Job was well done and on schedule."
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Atlas Earthworks LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Dresden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were straight forward on the job they would do and with the price there was no surprises. I would highly recommend there services. Ramsey and Joey are professional and personable. 5 star company."
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+10

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Concrete Xtreme
4.5(
20
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+1 more

Serving Dresden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had to have a crack fixed in my basement wall within 10 days and they got it DONE! They did a great job!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Easy E's, LLC
5.0(
4
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Dresden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The owner operator, evertt McKee was very professional and meticulously. No surprise upcharges after the job was done, and everything was done ON TIME. I highly recommend Easy E's for anyone looking for small tractor jobs or small contractor work in the Lincoln County area!"
Gravel Road
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field

+18

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wisdom Landscape, LLC
4.4(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Dresden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Terry did a great job repairing our concrete paver walkway. He gave us a fair price and came on short notice. He and a helper showed up on time, finished the work on time, and cleaned up the work area. The quality of his work is top notch. Heâ s a real craftsman Iâ d highly recommend to anyone."
Patio
Patio
Walkway
Raised Bed Face
Raised Bed Face

+6

Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Savoie and Son Excavation
4.5(
3
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Dresden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I look forward to working with them again, in the future, good job in a timely fashion ."
Response time3 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Trenching is a specific kind of digging. Trenching means digging a depression in the earth that’s deeper than it is wide, often with heavy machinery. Digging refers to any kind of removal of earth in order to create a human-made depression, hole, or cut in the earth’s surface. You can dig with big tools or even with just a hand shovel.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

There are many ways to cut through roots when digging, especially if your trencher doesn’t seem to be removing the roots. First, use a shovel to expose the roots. Then, use gardening shears to clear out smaller roots or a reciprocating saw to remove larger plant roots. If you plan on keeping the plant, avoid cutting any roots over 2 inches thick.

There is no standard depth for burying a septic tank; they are typically buried anywhere from 4 inches to 4 feet underground. The final depth depends on several factors, including the depth of your main sewer line, the height of the bedrock, soil type, local regulations, and the property's landscape. If you plan to grow grass or plants over the tank, a depth of at least 4 to 6 inches is recommended. Deeper tanks can be more difficult to locate, but a septic professional can help find it for you.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

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