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Avatar for Bart Flanagan Tree Service
Bart Flanagan Tree Service
4.3(
87
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For Business

Serving Washington, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Showed up on time. Accommodated a small space work area. Cleaned up and even used a blower to clean up the lawn area. Had 2 maples that towered over our house, down in not time at all. It was a pleasure to work with them."
Response time2 days
208 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Wisdom Landscape, LLC
4.4(
11
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Washington, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Terry did a great job repairing our concrete paver walkway. He gave us a fair price and came on short notice. He and a helper showed up on time, finished the work on time, and cleaned up the work area. The quality of his work is top notch. Heâ s a real craftsman Iâ d highly recommend to anyone."
Patio
Patio
Walkway
Raised Bed Face
Raised Bed Face

+6

Response time1 day
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Jones Landscaping & Plowing
Jones Landscaping & Plowing
4.4(
26
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Building Site - Preparation and ClearingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing - For BusinessLandscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Washington, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason and his crew came to our rescue after disastrous experience with other company. They performed an excellent job and exceeded our expectations. Polite and responsive. Highly recommend. Will be using Jason for other services. Karin"
Rumblestone Around Sign with Annuals
New Crushed Stone
Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Rein Green Painting, LLC
5.0(
3
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Landscape - Minor Grading or Resloping

Serving Washington, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Rein Green Painting to repair and paint the exterior of a seasonal cottage in addition to replacing and sealing the lattice work at the base of the house - they've been very pleasant to work with and quite responsive - jumping on the project and completing it quickly - and they've done a great job, I recommend."
50th project of 2023
50th project of 2023
50th project of 2023
50th project of 2023
50th project of 2023

+107

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Avatar for Tree Scouts LLC
Tree Scouts LLC
5.0(
1
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Excavation - Major Grading or ReslopingLandscape - Minor Grading or ReslopingBuilding Site - Preparation and Clearing+2 more

Serving Washington, 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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D&D Earthworks
5.0(
2
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Excavation - Major Grading or Resloping

Serving Washington, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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.\n

Septic system
Septic system
Response time4 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

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.

You can bury underground electrical wire six inches deep—but only if you use a rigid metal electrical conduit. For rigid, non-metallic conduits, bury the wire at least 12 inches deep. If using an underground feeder cable rated for direct burial, you'll need to place it at least 18 inches deep, as it has no conduit for extra protection.

While you can save some money by digging your own pool, you may end up paying more in construction equipment rental fees in the long run. You could, however, focus your DIY energies on lowering the cost of leveling your lawn for your pool or filling in surrounding landscaping after construction.

Digging out a basement takes anywhere from a few days to a few months. Most projects take at least two to five weeks, but it could take several months if you encounter obstacles. This project takes longer if you need to brace or raise your home before the excavation. Digging out a basement in new construction can take as little as three days.

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