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Avatar for Forrest Excavation
Forrest Excavation
5.0(
34
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business+1 more

Serving Mount Vernon, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"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."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+32

Response time9 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Moore's Excavation
5.0(
12
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Mount Vernon, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeff and his crew did a fantastic job installing a walking path with granite steps to our dock. It’s on very steep terrain and had difficult access. Multiple other contractors passed on the job because of the challenges. Jeff worked two weeks straight and got the job done on time and on budget. Very happy and would absolutely recommend him."
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LaChance Property Maintenance, LLC
5.0(
5
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Landscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping - For Business

Serving Mount Vernon, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nice young man mows my propertys regularly would recommend."
Response time2 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Atlas Earthworks LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mount Vernon, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

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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+10

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
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Advanced Land Services
4.1(
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+1 more

Serving Mount Vernon, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Super knowledgeable, professional and fair. I will hire them again next year to do more."
Making room for a new garage
Making room for a new garage
Making room for a new garage
Making room for a new garage
Making room for a new garage

+79

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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First Choice Lawn Care
4.5(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingExcavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mount Vernon, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job by First Choice! I needed stumps removed, a small tree cut down, and maple trees near my house all removed. They were able to squeeze me in before winter, they came by quickly with a reasonable quote and had it all done very fast. I’d hire them again in a heartbeat. I highly recommend hiring them!"
HYDRO SEEDING OF A LAWN PACH
EXCAVATION OF A GARAGE SLAB
HILL SIDE LAWN
AFTER THE HYDRO SEED WAS SPRAYED OUT
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A.G. Construction, LLC
4.8(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Mount Vernon, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Garage will be built in the spring but they gave me a detailed estimate and will get all the permits when the building is getting closer to the time. He was very professional when he came out to talk with me"
Jefferson Deck Rebuild
Jefferson Deck Rebuild
Jefferson Deck Rebuild
Camp on post
Camp on post

+27

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wisdom Landscape, LLC
4.4(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Mount Vernon, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We have worked with Terry since April, 2022. Our garden was overgrown and our flower beds needed serious repair. He has exceeded our expectations with regard to the quality of his work and willingness to accommodate our schedule. His coworkers are courteous, hardworking, and show an aptitude for the landscaping with minimal supervision. Highly recommended and we are fortunate to contract his services."
Patio
Patio
Walkway
Raised Bed Face
Raised Bed Face

+6

Response time1 day
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Tree Scouts LLC
5.0(
1
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessExcavation - Major Grading or Resloping+2 more

Serving Mount Vernon, 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%
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

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.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Professional installers often include a deep layer of crushed gravel under permeable pavers to allow more runoff to soak through into the soil below. Many installations will include multiple layers of gravel, with coarser aggregate at the base and finer aggregate that sits on top of that bottom layer. Above the gravel, you’ll often find coarse sand that helps reduce paver shifting over time. Some permeable paver designs include a water collection system set into the gravel layer to route runoff to a safe area for disposal.

If you have a broken sprinkler pipe underground, there will be some signs you can easily spot to locate it and take action. These include leaks, water spouts, flooding, consistently damp areas on your lawn, low water pressure, and grass around the sprinkler head that’s taller and darker than anywhere else in the yard. 

If there are no obvious signs of a broken pipe, you can use tools such as water leak mics, leak noise loggers, audio devices that record leaks, and acoustic testing links. 

Broken pipes can lead to uneven watering, plant damage, and higher utility bills. The longer you wait to fix them the more the repair cost may be.

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.

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