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Easy E's, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Hope, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Evert to clear a few trees to open a spot in my yard. He was professional and efficient. Not only did he have the job done quick he was super friendly. I would definitely hire him again in the future."
Gravel Road
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field

+18

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Wisdom Landscape, LLC
4.4(
11
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Serving Hope, 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
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Jones Landscaping & Plowing
4.4(
26
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Serving Hope, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason and his crew came to our rescue after disastrous experience with other company. They performed an excellent job and exceeded our expectations. Polite and responsive. Highly recommend. Will be using Jason for other services. Karin"
Rumblestone Around Sign with Annuals
New Crushed Stone
Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Rein Green Painting, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Hope, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Rein Green Painting to repair and paint the exterior of a seasonal cottage in addition to replacing and sealing the lattice work at the base of the house - they've been very pleasant to work with and quite responsive - jumping on the project and completing it quickly - and they've done a great job, I recommend."
50th project of 2023
50th project of 2023
50th project of 2023
50th project of 2023
50th project of 2023

+107

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Tree Scouts LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Hope, 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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D&D Earthworks
5.0(
2
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Serving Hope, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Septic system
Septic system
Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G.A. Doughty Construction
3.4(
17
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Serving Hope, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My job was extremely small, just repairing squirrel damage to the flashing around our chimney. They were extremely prompt in responding and did a great job for an extremely reasonable price. I am very appreciative."
Custom Kitchen
Response time2 days
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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BLACKTOP PAVING by F Cameron Paving and Son LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Hope, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I've dealt with this family for years and they are very professional execute all services they say they're going to do and they always do extra. They take the time to do the job correctly and make sure that the customer is satisfied and that's why I continue to keep using them on all of my properties across Arizona. On one of my properties the paving job was 48,000 however it improved my properties value by $250,000. Worth every penny and I sincerely recommend them"
Asphalt Paving
Asphalt Paving Driveway
Asphalt Paving
Asphalt Paving
Asphalt Paving

+57

23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

It takes one hour to dig a 10-foot trench by hand. Use a trenching shovel with a sharp tip and a long head. Plan for more time if your soil is heavy or rocky. Consider renting a trencher if you’re digging a long or deep trench or if you have challenging soil or terrain. 

Yes, an excavation company is the best option for land grading and yard leveling. General landscapers might be able to tackle these projects, but an excavation company will do a better job because they’re used to operating the necessary heavy machinery. Landscapers might opt to do the work manually, which takes much longer and could cost you more in labor fees. Finally, excavation companies will understand local regulations and know when you need permits to legalize the work, while a landscaper might not.

You do not have to dig footers for a deck as long as it meets local code and holds up to weather in your area. If you live somewhere that experiences high winds and earthquakes, you may need to dig for your deck posts. Deck blocks, post anchors with base plates, and helical pile systems are the three no-dig deck post options you can choose from if local code permits.

Prior to excavation, you should prepare the dig site and call 311 before you sign anything.

To get your site ready for excavation, you should move anything in the area that isn’t affixed to the land. You can save money on the excavation by removing hardscaping, including walkways, decks, concrete patios, and paver patios.

Before you carry out any digging, you should call 311 to confirm that there are no utility lines running through your excavation site. Skipping this step could lead to severe injury and property damage if your excavator hits a water, sewage, or gas line.

The digging depth will depend on the size of the trencher you use. Even smaller units can dig up to 4 feet deep, which is plenty for a DIY job. However, much larger trenchers can reach a depth of 18 feet and are better used by a team of pro contractors, not a single DIYer. As with all home improvement projects, use the right tool for the job and proceed with caution.

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