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Forrest Excavation
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Serving Leeds, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

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"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."
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+32

Response time9 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Bob Lemieux Landscaping, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Leeds, ME and surrounding areas

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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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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JGendron Paving & Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Leeds, ME and surrounding areas

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"Excellent job by John and Jacob! They responded so quickly and actually completely the job on the same day of the initial contact. They were professional and very thorough. Everything was completed in less than two hours. We could not be more pleased and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to seal coat their driveway."
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bart Flanagan Tree Service
4.3(
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Serving Leeds, ME and surrounding areas

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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
216 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Atlas Earthworks LLC
5.0(
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Serving Leeds, ME and surrounding areas

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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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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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David J Boutilier
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Serving Leeds, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We've hired Pete Boutillier's Junk Removal Company for multiple projects, and every experience has been excellent. Pete is professional, dependable, and reasonably priced. He shows up when he says he will, works hard, and always gets the job done efficiently. What really sets Pete apart is his ability to tackle challenging jobs. No job seems too big or complicated, and he's an excellent problem solver who doesn't need constant direction. He's a true self-starter who takes initiative and finds solutions when unexpected issues arise. If you're looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking, affordable, and easy to work with, we highly recommend Pete and his team. We wouldn't hesitate to hire him again for future projects!"
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David J Boutilier

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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Landscape edging is more DIYable than trenching. You can DIY your own digging projects, but proceed carefully and only with proper knowledge of the equipment and appropriate safety measures in place. Keep in mind the project's scope and estimate how long it will take you to do it on your own. While you can certainly save money by DIYing home improvement projects, you can’t exactly hide an unfinished—or worse, ruined— landscaping job from the neighbors. It’s always safer to call an excavation pro near you to get an estimate.

To locate an underground downspout, you should start by identifying where the above ground gutter drains. Look for an entry point, such as a pipe or elbow leading into the ground. Follow the surface path for signs like depressions, landscaping disruptions, or wet areas after rain. You can use a metal detector or plumber’s snake to trace the pipe underground. For deeper pipes, a professional locator tool or camera inspection may be necessary. Visual markers or utility maps can also guide the search.

Directional drilling is complex and requires training to use the advanced machinery. It can be challenging to monitor the position of the drill since there’s no direct line of sight. Directional drilling can also be more expensive with a cost of $10 to $30 per linear foot compared to $5 to $12 per linear foot for trenching. 

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Most residential basements are 8 to 10 feet deep. You can dig deeper depending on building codes, but it does become more difficult. You’ll likely need to install stronger foundation walls and additional supports to handle the increased load. Depending on the water table, you may also need a water management system. Clay soil can support a deeper foundation than sandy soil. A structural engineer will be able to tell you the maximum, feasible depth.

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