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Avatar for Forrest Excavation
Forrest Excavation
5.0(
25
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Serving South China, ME and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Great company to work with. We have had them do two projects for us and would highly recommend them. Great customer service, expertise in their field, and commitment to do the job right."
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work
Our Work

+32

Response time9 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for DOC Siding and Construction
DOC Siding and Construction
5.0(
11
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Serving South China, ME and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Dustin’s prices are more than reasonable. His guys came out sooner than expected and finished the job efficiently and quickly. They attended to our punchlist professionally and we were satisfied with the end result recommend DO"
house siding
house siding
house siding
siding house
siding garage

+8

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Eastern Maine Excavation
5.0(
10
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Serving South China, ME and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
Pool Sales Construction & Installation Project
L Shaped in ground pool installation
Paver patio and walkway installation
Pool Sales Construction & Installation Project
L Shaped in ground pool installation

+51

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Atlas Earthworks LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving South China, ME and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Easy E's, LLC
Easy E's, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving South China, ME and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Hired Easy E's to clear my lot for septic tank. The work was done on time and professionally and also reasonably priced. I would highly recommend and plan to hire Evert again to complete my project. "
Gravel Road
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field

+18

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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G.A. Doughty Construction
3.8(
13
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Serving South China, ME and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a great experience working with G.A. Doughty Construction. From the start, their team was communicative, responsive, and collaborative—making sure we were involved and informed at every step. They helped us navigate and recover from a difficult prior experience, stepping in with professionalism and integrity to get the work done right. Their commitment to quality and transparency gave us real peace of mind, and we’re grateful for their expertise and support throughout the project."
Custom Kitchen
Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Avatar for Tree Scouts LLC
Tree Scouts LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving South China, ME and surrounding areas

Angi 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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in South China, 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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