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Tree Scouts LLC

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Tree Scouts LLC

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40 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

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!


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Lawns In Order

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Lawns In Order

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Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

We are committed to providing quality lawn care and landscaping services at competitive rates in the greater Blue Hill Peninsula area. We offer many services and free no-obligation estimates. With over 10 years of experience, we look forward to building long-lasting relationships with you!

"Very prompt abd helpful. Did a good job with plowing at a last minute notice. We are very grateful to Jason!"

Ruth B on November 2018

We are committed to providing quality lawn care and landscaping services at competitive rates in the greater Blue Hill Peninsula area. We offer many services and free no-obligation estimates. With over 10 years of experience, we look forward to building long-lasting relationships with you!

"Very prompt abd helpful. Did a good job with plowing at a last minute notice. We are very grateful to Jason!"

Ruth B on November 2018


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Eastern Maine Excavation

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Eastern Maine Excavation

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
42 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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River View Construction Co.

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River View Construction Co.

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Welcome to River View Construction Co. Established in 2014 - We offer General Contracting, Excavation, Forestry Services, Plowing & Sanding. We are fully insured & reputable. We strive to provide an elite experience, seamless, professional & with sense of urgency.

Welcome to River View Construction Co. Established in 2014 - We offer General Contracting, Excavation, Forestry Services, Plowing & Sanding. We are fully insured & reputable. We strive to provide an elite experience, seamless, professional & with sense of urgency.


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Pelletier Property Maintenance

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Pelletier Property Maintenance

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Pelletier Property Maintenance is a small business in the Bangor area that specializes in small excavation work. We do site clear driveway installation/ repair and forestry mulching. If you need an excavator for it chances are we can do it. Call for free quotes.

Pelletier Property Maintenance is a small business in the Bangor area that specializes in small excavation work. We do site clear driveway installation/ repair and forestry mulching. If you need an excavator for it chances are we can do it. Call for free quotes.


Northeast Land Solutions Specializes in concrete patios, walkways & aprons. Our custom designs set our work apart from the competition.


Homsted Earthworks

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Homsted Earthworks

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Homsted Earthworks is a family owned and operated earth moving company. We offer year round services including lawn care, snowplowing, hardscape, retaining walls, light excavation, driveway repair, and much more.

Homsted Earthworks is a family owned and operated earth moving company. We offer year round services including lawn care, snowplowing, hardscape, retaining walls, light excavation, driveway repair, and much more.


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Brackett's Property Service

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Brackett's Property Service

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9 years of experience

Brackett's Property Service is a full-service property management and maintenance company. We have been in business since 2016 but have over twenty years of experience. The services that we offer include, but are not limited to; property management, carpentry, painting, landscaping, spring/fall clean up, lawn mowing/maintenance, and earthwork. We believe in quality work done at reasonable rates with top notch customer service. When you choose Brackett's Property Service you find all your needs covered with just one call.

Brackett's Property Service is a full-service property management and maintenance company. We have been in business since 2016 but have over twenty years of experience. The services that we offer include, but are not limited to; property management, carpentry, painting, landscaping, spring/fall clean up, lawn mowing/maintenance, and earthwork. We believe in quality work done at reasonable rates with top notch customer service. When you choose Brackett's Property Service you find all your needs covered with just one call.


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Excavating questions, answered by experts

No, fire blight does not survive free in the soil but instead is carried through insects, animals, rain, or wind during the spring. Keep in mind that it can also spread on tools, which is why you should always disinfect them in between cuts.

Drilled wells have a pipe sticking up that’s covered in a plastic or metal casing. On the other hand, a dug well will look like a big hole in the ground and is more similar to what you’d see in a fantasy or Western movie. If you want to be sure, contact the city for documentation on your property’s construction and excavation history. 

A walk-behind trencher can cut through roots as long as they’re not too thick, making a project much easier than digging with a shovel and other hand tools. Assess your terrain and the number of trees in the surrounding area to determine if a walk-behind trencher will ease the job. Digging a trench by hand is much more time-consuming and labor-intensive. 

While general contractors sometimes handle demolition, you can also look specifically for local demolition contractors. Demolition experts need to understand structural integrity, the equipment needed for safe demolition, and the permits required for demolition.

The rules for trenching and excavation include setting up and following safety protocols, learning how to use tools and machines properly, and ensuring there is a safe exit for all workers. Keep heavy equipment and materials away from the edge of the hole or trench. Call the 811 dig line before starting any excavation or trenching project to ensure you don’t hit any electrical or gas lines.

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