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Forrest Excavation

5.00(
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Forrest Excavation

5.00(
25
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 years of experience

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.

"Great company to work with. We have had them do two projects for us and would highly recommend them. Great customer service, expertise in their field, and commitment to do the job right."

Joan F on August 2023

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.

"Great company to work with. We have had them do two projects for us and would highly recommend them. Great customer service, expertise in their field, and commitment to do the job right."

Joan F on August 2023


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GrayBridge

5.00(
15
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GrayBridge

5.00(
15
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

GrayBridge is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Joshua did an incredible job on our drywall project. He was so communicative, flexible with our schedule and did great work. We had an incredibly tight timeline and Joshua came in and saved the day for us. Can’t recommend him enough. "

Olivia B on January 2026

GrayBridge is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Joshua did an incredible job on our drywall project. He was so communicative, flexible with our schedule and did great work. We had an incredibly tight timeline and Joshua came in and saved the day for us. Can’t recommend him enough. "

Olivia B on January 2026


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Bart Flanagan Tree Service

4.76(
71
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Bart Flanagan Tree Service

4.76(
71
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Bart Flanagan Tree Service services Maine out of Brunswick. We pride ourselves on the dedication we have to all of our customers and the quality of work that we provide. We are licensed and fully insured. We have a wide range of equipment to complete any project from lifts and bucket trucks to tractors and wood chippers, plus we climb for those hard to reach areas. We offer tree removal, removal of hazardous trees/limbs, tree pruning/trimming, view maintenance, clearing trees for building lots and roads, and much more! Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"job got done"

Anthony M on November 2025

Bart Flanagan Tree Service services Maine out of Brunswick. We pride ourselves on the dedication we have to all of our customers and the quality of work that we provide. We are licensed and fully insured. We have a wide range of equipment to complete any project from lifts and bucket trucks to tractors and wood chippers, plus we climb for those hard to reach areas. We offer tree removal, removal of hazardous trees/limbs, tree pruning/trimming, view maintenance, clearing trees for building lots and roads, and much more! Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

"job got done"

Anthony M on November 2025


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Eastern Maine Excavation

5.00(
10
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Eastern Maine Excavation

5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Eastern Maine Excavation is committed to providing the highest quality service and workmanship for their customers. We specialize in septic systems, leach fields, inground and above ground pool installations, site work excavation/grading and landscaping. Our leadership team will use their engineering degrees and 25 years experience in civil construction to ensure all projects are executed with the correct procedures, methods and materials. Please contact Eastern Maine Excavation today for your free quote

"I reached out to EMX to inquire about an in ground pool install and received a prompt response. They guided me through the planning process and provided a very fair price and detailed contract that outlined the products to be used and the scope of the project. The project started on time and the crew was very professional. All of the work completed was top notch and the crew catered to our requests. They are very skilled at what they do and focused on customer satisfaction. A cannot say enough positive about EMX and highly recommend them."

Jason R on July 2025

Eastern Maine Excavation is committed to providing the highest quality service and workmanship for their customers. We specialize in septic systems, leach fields, inground and above ground pool installations, site work excavation/grading and landscaping. Our leadership team will use their engineering degrees and 25 years experience in civil construction to ensure all projects are executed with the correct procedures, methods and materials. Please contact Eastern Maine Excavation today for your free quote

"I reached out to EMX to inquire about an in ground pool install and received a prompt response. They guided me through the planning process and provided a very fair price and detailed contract that outlined the products to be used and the scope of the project. The project started on time and the crew was very professional. All of the work completed was top notch and the crew catered to our requests. They are very skilled at what they do and focused on customer satisfaction. A cannot say enough positive about EMX and highly recommend them."

Jason R on July 2025


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Atlas Earthworks LLC

5.00(
6
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Atlas Earthworks LLC

5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We 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!

"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."

Brian B on January 2026

We 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!

"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."

Brian B on January 2026


"Nice young man mows my propertys regularly would recommend."

Josh W on September 2024

LaChance Property Maintenance, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Nice young man mows my propertys regularly would recommend."

Josh W on September 2024


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Advanced Land Services

4.83(
9
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Advanced Land Services

4.83(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation, building site services, stump grinding, and tree removal. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Paul and his crew are excellent. Work was done like described, Kept me informed and did the whole job in one day. Several Stumps, several trees dropped and all cleaned up with top soil. This man has a great business and it will surely grow with the hard work they all do."

Lyle L on May 2024

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation, building site services, stump grinding, and tree removal. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Paul and his crew are excellent. Work was done like described, Kept me informed and did the whole job in one day. Several Stumps, several trees dropped and all cleaned up with top soil. This man has a great business and it will surely grow with the hard work they all do."

Lyle L on May 2024


L&L Timber

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

L&L Timber

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
18 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a professional company serving the greater Livermore area. We are committed to providing excellent service to our customers. We will preform jobs large or small so please give us a call!

"Awesome company to hire to do work would highly recommend and they will be doing what ever earth work and other projects I have in the future!"

Cody m on August 2025

We are a professional company serving the greater Livermore area. We are committed to providing excellent service to our customers. We will preform jobs large or small so please give us a call!

"Awesome company to hire to do work would highly recommend and they will be doing what ever earth work and other projects I have in the future!"

Cody m on August 2025


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Tree Scouts LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Tree Scouts LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

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!


Rogers Clearing Co.

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Rogers Clearing Co.

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We 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!

We 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!

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

Concrete blocks are the cheapest way to base a shed. However, the space in between allows critters to go under, burrow, and even damage your shed’s frame. For a more pest-proof option, consider building a shed base with gravel or paver stones. Both options are fairly affordable and easy enough for a DIY project. For gravel, you can build a wooden frame to contain the loose material.

Maintain open communication and address issues as they arise, ensuring contract terms cover potential delays.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

The completion timeline for an in-ground swimming pool project typically ranges between 8 to 12 weeks, depending on weather conditions, the complexity of the design, and any unexpected ground conditions encountered during excavation.

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