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Forrest Excavation
5.0(
34
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Serving Bowdoin, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I hired Rick to fix my gravel driveway, clear land and put in a pad for a 40 x 60 barn. He gave me a very good quote, and over performed during the job. The barn went up without a hitch and the drive is holding up perfectly. Two months after the completion we had flooding and a river flowed down my driveway, and the next day the driveway looked great. I would recommend ricks work and expertise to anyone and everyone. He is very professional and courteous at all times. A great guy and great excavator."
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+32

Response time9 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Catlins All Year Round
5.0(
9
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Serving Bowdoin, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Catlins has done plenty of work for me. Hauling, new landscaping, gravel delivery, carpentry including building a deck, installing sliding glass doors, and much more. Always quality, professional work at reasonable pricing!"
New property clean up
Plowing
Leaf clean up/ bush hogging
New property clean up
Plowing

+25

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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First Choice Lawn Care
4.5(
10
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Serving Bowdoin, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project hasn't started yet, we're in their backlog of work for next year. They did respond promptly and professionally with a reasonable estimate and came out to go over the job with us. Very pleased with the customer service so far. Will comment more once the job is completed. I had to rate the quality and value or the app wouldn't let me proceed. So gave them a 4 for the moment."
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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Pacific Stone & Tile
4.6(
321
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Serving Bowdoin, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pacific Stone did a nice job. Person in charge of scheduling measurements and installation was pleasant and courteous. Within a few days of my inquiry they came out to my house to take measurements and they brought samples to choose from. Installation was done within a few weeks after that. Took away the old countertops and sinks. They know what they're doing. One of the installers was actually the owner and they were prompt and professional and cleaned up well."
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+3

Recommended by91%of homeowners
D&M Earthworks
5.0(
7
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Serving Bowdoin, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeffrey was very quick to respond to my request for the job. Came right out and gave me an excellent quote. The project was finished on time and far exceeded my expectations! My driveway has never looked better! Great young man with an amazing work ethic and is very professional, he will do great things. I highly recommend hiring Moores Excavation for your project needs, you wont regret a single penny."
Washout repair
Drainage
Material
Grading
Material

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for gravel or loose fill paving install, spread or scrape projects in Bowdoin, ME

Most shed foundations benefit from a gravel layer four to six inches deep after proper compaction. The exact depth may vary depending on your specific soil conditions, climate, and shed weight. In areas with poor drainage or for heavier structures, contractors might recommend slightly deeper installations. Building the pad in multiple compacted layers rather than a single thick pour helps achieve optimal stability and load distribution.

Gravel pads cost significantly less than concrete foundations. While gravel materials run about $1.25 to $1.80 per square foot, concrete slabs average $6 per square foot. For a standard shed base, this price difference translates to substantial savings. Beyond the initial cost advantage, gravel pads also offer easier installation, simpler modifications if needed, and don't require specialized concrete finishing skills.

For a standard 10-by-12 shed pad, you'll need enough gravel to cover 120 square feet at the recommended depth. At rates of $1.25 to $1.80 per square foot, expect to spend $150 to $216 on gravel materials alone. Remember to factor in extending the pad beyond the shed's dimensions by one to two feet on each side for better drainage and stability, which increases the actual area needed.

The ideal gravel for shed foundations combines stability with proper drainage capabilities. Crusher run ($0.40 per square foot) makes an excellent base layer because it contains various particle sizes that lock together when compacted. For top layers, angular gravel provides better drainage while maintaining stability. Avoid perfectly round decorative stones as they don't compact effectively and may shift under weight, compromising your shed's stability over time.

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