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Morton Excavation
4.9(
14
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Serving Kennebunk, 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

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Best Co. Exteriors
4.3(
61
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Serving Kennebunk, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I almost donâ t want to leave this review because I want to keep them a secret for myself... Warren and his team are top notch. Hired them to basically remodel our entire condo: New floors, new counters, paint walls and ceilings, cabinet painting, light fixtures and ceiling fans, new toilets, hardwood stairs, you name it. Not only was the work done professionally, Warren communicated with me frequently, and he ALWAYS responded. Being an out of state owner, this was critical for me, and he really delivered. Very organized with billing, and his the pricing was great. As a matter of fact, I added on quite a few things as we went and he kept on track and worked everything in without hesitation. I will work with Howard and Best Co again, without a doubt. If youâ re reading this review and still wondering who to hire - stop now and just call them. I donâ t think thereâ s a better contractor experience out there."
patio log swing
patio log swing
New lawn
New lawn
My work.

+14

Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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COASTAL PINES LANDSCAPING
5.0(
21
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Serving Kennebunk, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hard workers, very professional and responsive to customer. Very knowledgeable about plants/bushes, trimming bushes and design of gardens etc. They also answer phone calls and return texts/emails promptly.!!!"
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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New England ABC, LLC
4.8(
62
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Serving Kennebunk, 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
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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David J Boutilier
5.0(
7
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Serving Kennebunk, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Excellent job! Dave was the first to quote the job and had a better price. He came with crew on time and finished everything I'd requested in one full day as quoted! The work involved extensive tree and brush removal as well as trimming branches to open up view corridors. I wholeheartedly recommend Dave. If he quotes you a job, he will deliver."
David J Boutilier
David J Boutilier
David J Boutilier
David J Boutilier
David J Boutilier

+13

36 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G & G Construction
4.6(
8
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Serving Kennebunk, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris and his crew went above and beyond in installing my new roof .Job involved some roof deck repair that was unknown until tear down . High end workmanship . Best cost I could find , and believe me , I searched . Veteran operated ."
Brunswick
Brunswick
Brunswick
Brunswick
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tobey and Son Excavation LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Kennebunk, 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
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes. A metal detector is one of the quickest and easiest ways to find your septic tank. However, metal detectors can be too expensive (costing upward of $300 in some cases), and not everyone has a metal detector just lying around. If that’s the case for you, you can also take a long metal rod and poke it into the ground at regular intervals until you hit something—likely your septic tank lid.

There are several different factors that influence how long it takes to excavate. For a foundation, it could take anywhere from three days to three weeks. It can take even longer if you face weather-related delays or an inaccessible site that’s riddled with boulders and rough terrain. It may also take longer if you have clay soil, which is more difficult to dig.

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. 

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.

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.

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