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Top-Rated Excavation pros in Hampden - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Shaw Excavation & Earthwork, LLC
Shaw Excavation & Earthwork, LLC
5.0(
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Hampden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Highly recommend Shaw Excavation and Earthwork! We hired Shaw Excavation to do site prep, grading and sloping for a large 40ft x 20ft garage. Shane is very professional and extremely knowledgeable and all for very reasonable rate. We are so pleased and satisfied with our entire experience from start to finish with Shaw Excavation. Job well done!"
Start of Demolition
House Demo After
House Lot After
Finished clearing
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Response time1 day
Response rate90%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
CMJ Excavation
5.0(
5
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Hampden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rented the excavator so I could redo the ditch along my driveway. It was dropped off on time with a full tank of fuel. Guy that dropped it off answered the questions I had and said to call anytime if I had issues. Exactly what I wanted to hear. Will rent from him again."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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D&D Earthworks
5.0(
4
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Hampden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"D&D was quick to call us back, to walk the site and give us a quote, they started the job earlier than they thought they could, and worked all day/ every day to finish the job. The yard was raked, leveled, and seeded . Dustin is a knowledgeable professional, we couldn't be happier with the install. We were so pleased with his work that we hired him to do some extra grading for us."
Septic system
Septic system
Response time4 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tree Scouts LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business+2 more

Serving Hampden, 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%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Hughes Lawn Care
Hughes Lawn Care
3.9(
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Hampden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Jared Hughes and assistant Taylor worked impressively hard for two days just before we listed our home. They did a superior job and we have recommended them to our friends. Also had Jared do more work for us yesterday. Very polite and extremely competent."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Bear Claw Land Clearing
Bear Claw Land Clearing
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hampden, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Bear Claw Land Clearing we take pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Driveway grading
Driveway grading
Driveway grading
Driveway grading
Driveway grading

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Excavating FAQs, answered by experts

The best method for digging a trench depends on the scope of the project. For a short, shallow trench (less than 2 feet deep) in light, soft soil, digging by hand may be sufficient. However, digging by hand is labor-intensive, so consider the effort required. A machine trencher is the better option for longer trenches (over 100 feet), deeper ones, or when dealing with difficult soil conditions, such as rocky or hard ground, or obstructions like tree roots. A machine can save significant time and energy in these situations.

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.

Downspouts should be buried at least 5 to 10 feet away from your foundation. This can vary depending on your local building codes, soil type, and property slope. The main goal is to ensure water is directed away from your foundation.

Trenches are typically 12 to 24 inches deep and 8 inches wide. However, the required depth depends on the specific project and local ordinances. For example, a French drain may need to be 18 inches deep, while a water pipe might require a depth of 24 inches and a drainage pipe 36 inches. Your city or county may have specific regulations, so it's wise to consult with an excavation professional to determine the correct depth for your project.

Errors in site preparation can lead to structural failures or appear costly midway. Professionals ensure detailed, reliable home base development layouts.

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