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Forrest Excavation
5.0(
34
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Serving Waterville, 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
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+32

Response time9 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hall's Homes RE
4.4(
47
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Serving Waterville, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brandon called me within an hr. He sent 2 guys to mow both my lawn and my moms the same day. The two guys did such a great job!! We will be using them again. Thank you!"
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Stripes
Stripes
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Shaw Excavation & Earthwork, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Waterville, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Highly recommend Shaw Excavation and Earthwork! We hired Shaw Excavation to do site prep, grading and sloping for a large 40ft x 20ft garage. Shane is very professional and extremely knowledgeable and all for very reasonable rate. We are so pleased and satisfied with our entire experience from start to finish with Shaw Excavation. Job well done!"
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+1

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Atlas Earthworks LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Waterville, 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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+10

Response time2 days
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DOC Siding and Construction
5.0(
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Serving Waterville, ME and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We are extremely happy with DOC Construction . From our initial meeting with them, they were knowledgeable, easy to communicate with, and most efficient with all communication and super efficient in getting our siding project completed! From start to finish, this took less than 45 days to complete! This is uneard of in these present days and times! We will highly recommend them over and over again! The siding has transformed our 20 year old home and we could not be any happier with DOC Construction!"
house siding
house siding
house siding
siding house
siding garage

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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First Choice Lawn Care
4.5(
10
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Serving Waterville, 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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Wisdom Landscape, LLC
4.4(
11
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Serving Waterville, 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
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Excavating questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can excavate in the winter, but it might make the job harder. Frozen ground is harder to dig, and snow or ice can make the work site more hazardous. A contractor may need special equipment and techniques, such as ground-thawing methods, to break through frozen soil. Although winter excavation is possible, it may take longer and be more costly than excavating during warmer months.

A trench that is less than 5 feet deep often doesn't require a protective system. Most residential trenches will not go this deep (the typical residential drainage trench is just 18 inches deep). In the event that an excavator needs to dig more than 5 feet beneath the surface, a protective system is required unless the excavation is in entirely stable rock.

Yes, most services include site leveling and foundation work. Confirm with your contractor for specifics.

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.

Trenching and boring are two distinct methods for installing underground utilities. Trenching involves digging a channel using equipment like an excavator, trencher, backhoe, or shovel. While it is a simpler process, it causes significant disruption to the surface, landscaping, and surrounding ecosystems.

Boring, also known as directional boring, is a less invasive alternative that uses a drill to create a tunnel for utility lines without disturbing the surface. This method is more precise and is ideal for installations that need to go underneath buildings, roads, or bodies of water. Although boring is less disruptive, it is generally more expensive than trenching.

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