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Rogers Clearing Co.

121 PELTOMA AVE # 101
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Rogers Clearing Co.

121 PELTOMA AVE # 101
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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!


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Dragonfire Excavation

761 Garland Rd
4.27(
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Dragonfire Excavation

761 Garland Rd
4.27(
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Customers say: True professional
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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.

"They abandoned mid job and got me to give additional money before they abandoned. Without telling me they were leaving I have been paying contractors over a tear to do what they were contacted to do "

dan d 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 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.

"They abandoned mid job and got me to give additional money before they abandoned. Without telling me they were leaving I have been paying contractors over a tear to do what they were contacted to do "

dan d on July 2025


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Lawns In Order

541 Mines Road
4.67(
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Lawns In Order

541 Mines Road
4.67(
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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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Maine House Lifting

66 Bailey Rd
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Maine House Lifting

66 Bailey Rd
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12 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.


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Northhill Gravel & Excavation

PO Box 102
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Northhill Gravel & Excavation

PO Box 102
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11 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

Northhill Gravel & Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with our ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Northhill Gravel & Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with our ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.


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Eastern Maine Excavation

2176 Ohio Street
5.00(
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Eastern Maine Excavation

2176 Ohio Street
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
102 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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DJ Cole Construction

50 Bailey Road
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DJ Cole Construction

50 Bailey Road
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

We are your one stop for all residential,commercial and municipal needs in construction. Complete home packages. Septic systems. Building moving and jacking.

"The job was a big one, and the guys handled it beautifully, leaving our lot looking great. We are more than pleased with the outcome. Nicely done!"

Donald B on May 2025

We are your one stop for all residential,commercial and municipal needs in construction. Complete home packages. Septic systems. Building moving and jacking.

"The job was a big one, and the guys handled it beautifully, leaving our lot looking great. We are more than pleased with the outcome. Nicely done!"

Donald B on May 2025


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Tree Scouts LLC

22 Hardwood Dr
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Tree Scouts LLC

22 Hardwood Dr
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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!


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.


Linkletter Property Maintenance

104 Main St
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Linkletter Property Maintenance

104 Main St
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4 years of experience

Property services in the greater Bangor and central Maine area. Services include: -Landscaping -Snow plowing/shoveling -Junk removal -Driveway building/repair/expansion -Land clearing/excavation (small projects) -Material delivery -Scrap hauling -Equipment/vehicle hauling -Handyman services -Small residential construction/remodeling -Jacking/leveling homes and camps -Foundation repairs -Sill work -Concrete repairs

Property services in the greater Bangor and central Maine area. Services include: -Landscaping -Snow plowing/shoveling -Junk removal -Driveway building/repair/expansion -Land clearing/excavation (small projects) -Material delivery -Scrap hauling -Equipment/vehicle hauling -Handyman services -Small residential construction/remodeling -Jacking/leveling homes and camps -Foundation repairs -Sill work -Concrete repairs

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Brewer, ME

A professional team can clear an acre of land in as little as two to twelve hours, depending on your land's condition. You'll need to consider factors like vegetation density, terrain features, and obstacles such as trees, stumps, rocks, or existing structures can increase the time required. If your land is heavily wooded or has uneven terrain, expect the process to take longer and require more effort.

If you're looking to clear land for a pasture, expect to pay between $400 and $600 per acre for forestry mulching or $500 to $5,600 per acre for conventional land clearing. When choosing a method, consider:

  • Forestry Mulching: Leaves organic material in the soil, promoting new ground cover growth.

  • Conventional Clearing: You might lose valuable topsoil during this process.

A land-clearing project typically involves several key steps to prepare your property for construction or landscaping. First, assess your land and obtain any necessary permits from your local building department. Then, professionals use specialized equipment to remove trees, stumps, brush, and vegetation. After clearing, they haul away debris and may perform grading to level the land, ensuring it's ready for your intended use.

Preparing land to build a house typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000, depending on your land's size and condition. This includes clearing space for the foundation, which may involve removing trees, stumps, brush, and leveling or grading the site. Don't forget to budget for additional costs like permits, fees, and installing utility connections such as gas lines, water lines, and sewer mains.

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