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Eastern Maine Excavation

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Eastern Maine Excavation

5.00(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
44 local quotes requested

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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Forrest Excavation

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Forrest Excavation

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 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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Baker Electric and Sons

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Baker Electric and Sons

4.81(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
266 local quotes requested

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 the start to the 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. $100.00 Service Fee.

"Guys were professional and knew their stuff. Arrived on time,too. Solved my issue in 15 minutes. 'Was completely unprepared for the over $500 bill! My regular electrician was too busy but this was a fire hazard which demanded immediate attention. Wouldn't book with Baker's company again just because of outrageous price."

Cheryl L on July 2025

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 the start to the 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. $100.00 Service Fee.

"Guys were professional and knew their stuff. Arrived on time,too. Solved my issue in 15 minutes. 'Was completely unprepared for the over $500 bill! My regular electrician was too busy but this was a fire hazard which demanded immediate attention. Wouldn't book with Baker's company again just because of outrageous price."

Cheryl L on July 2025


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Bradford Home Services

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Bradford Home Services

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1 years of experience

Bradford Home Services is your personal maintenance company for your home, condo, rental property, or seasonal property! Born from our sister company Bradford Construction Management, you can trust your home is being reviewed by seasoned home builders! We have over 70 years of experience in the residential construction market, building high end homes, from design to finish. Take advantage of our bi-annual assessments for only $25/Month! We will review your whole home Exterior, Interior, plumbing, electrical, heating etc! we will then send you a detailed report with pictures, videos, and recommendation on fixes! But it doesn't stop there, we can price and repair any aspect of your home!

Bradford Home Services is your personal maintenance company for your home, condo, rental property, or seasonal property! Born from our sister company Bradford Construction Management, you can trust your home is being reviewed by seasoned home builders! We have over 70 years of experience in the residential construction market, building high end homes, from design to finish. Take advantage of our bi-annual assessments for only $25/Month! We will review your whole home Exterior, Interior, plumbing, electrical, heating etc! we will then send you a detailed report with pictures, videos, and recommendation on fixes! But it doesn't stop there, we can price and repair any aspect of your home!


Asap Renewal

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Asap Renewal

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3 years of experience

Asap Renewal is a business focused on turning your ideas into reality. We take great pride in our work, and even more pride in our customer satisfaction. Whatever your wants or needs, give us a call and get your free quote today!

Asap Renewal is a business focused on turning your ideas into reality. We take great pride in our work, and even more pride in our customer satisfaction. Whatever your wants or needs, give us a call and get your free quote today!


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Hilton Home Improvement

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Hilton Home Improvement

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Free onsite estimate

Call or email to discuss how we can help you with your renovations, remodeling, repairs and more. From home renovations and handyman work to outdoor landscaping and pool maintenance - no project is too small or unusual.

Call or email to discuss how we can help you with your renovations, remodeling, repairs and more. From home renovations and handyman work to outdoor landscaping and pool maintenance - no project is too small or unusual.


Ken Card Foundations

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Ken Card Foundations

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50 years of experience

Ken Card Foundations specializes in concrete foundations, floors, slabs & decorative concrete but we have the ability to do many other things as you will see in our "services offered" section. We have a solid crew of 5 but have multiple people that will sub in depending on job. The usual procedure after receiving your first call is to come out & give a bid on the job. Upon agreeing on the price, we will immediately (within that day or the next) start the job. We are a fully insured and licensed company that gets the job done quickly & efficiently. We have a reputation of putting out a top notch, quality product every time. Every job is different so I can't give you any kind of solid price on here without knowing what it is you want. If you see what you need done in our "services offered" section or it is something that falls in the general range of those things, please give me a call!

Ken Card Foundations specializes in concrete foundations, floors, slabs & decorative concrete but we have the ability to do many other things as you will see in our "services offered" section. We have a solid crew of 5 but have multiple people that will sub in depending on job. The usual procedure after receiving your first call is to come out & give a bid on the job. Upon agreeing on the price, we will immediately (within that day or the next) start the job. We are a fully insured and licensed company that gets the job done quickly & efficiently. We have a reputation of putting out a top notch, quality product every time. Every job is different so I can't give you any kind of solid price on here without knowing what it is you want. If you see what you need done in our "services offered" section or it is something that falls in the general range of those things, please give me a call!




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Centurion General Plowing & Landscaping

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Centurion General Plowing & Landscaping

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

As of the moment we are a husband and wife team with one other person working with us. we can bill weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or seasonally. We do not use subcontractors as we do not believe in them. give us a try this summer and your first mowing is 50% off. We finance through Bill Me Later a pay pal company

As of the moment we are a husband and wife team with one other person working with us. we can bill weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or seasonally. We do not use subcontractors as we do not believe in them. give us a try this summer and your first mowing is 50% off. We finance through Bill Me Later a pay pal company

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Masonry questions, answered by experts

Brick spalling—which refers to the crumbly, flaky, or pitted appearance that can develop over time—is caused by a few different conditions. These include:

  • Climates with constant freeze-thaw cycles

  • Use of non-breathable sealants

  • High-pressure water cleaning

  • Improper installation

While you can’t do anything about the weather, you can preserve your bricks by cleaning them with soapy water and a good old-fashioned scrubbing. Pressure washers may be satisfying to use, but they can eventually wear away the surface of your bricks. If you don’t have advanced-level DIY skills in masonry, you can hire a reputable masonry contractor in your area for your project.

It is possible, albeit a lot slower, to break up a rock using water. You would do this by freezing and thawing the water. You could create some initial holes or cracks in the rock, then pour water into the cracks or holes and allow them to freeze (so it's best to do this in winter or in colder climates). Since water expands when it freezes, this puts pressure on the inside of the rock and causes it to crack. You could continue to pour more water in and let it freeze to continue to break up the rock.

You should use cement for a chimney crown. The purpose of the chimney crown is to protect the mortar below from water damage and the effects of weather. For this reason, chimney crowns should only be made using cement. When repairing a crown, use caulks and sealants designed for cement repair rather than mortar repair.

Yes, technically, you can pressure wash the paint off of brick. However, you run a much greater risk of damaging the brick and causing serious problems. If you go this route, you’ll still need to carefully choose and apply a chemical paint stripper before washing, following all instructions on the product packaging. Set your power washer to a low pressure to avoid damage.

Yes, you can limewash surfaces other than brick. Plaster, stone, stucco, and concrete can all also be limewashed. Any porous surface that will absorb the wash is a good candidate for limewash, although it won’t help much with waterproofing. If you choose to limewash over paint, you’ll need to prep before applying it to avoid a powdery, chalky finish. Shiny surfaces like metal or glass can’t absorb limewash, so it’s not suited for these.

The Skowhegan, ME homeowners’ guide to masonry services

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