Excavation & Site Work in Downeast Maine

Why Choose Sons of Thunder?

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Quality Equipment

Modern excavators and machinery to handle projects throughout Downeast Maine.

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Hard Work

We show up on time, work hard, and don't leave until the job is done right.

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Local Knowledge

We understand Maine's soil, bedrock, frost lines, and what it takes to build here.

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Fair Pricing

Honest quotes with no hidden fees. We explain exactly what your project requires and costs.

Site Development Services Across Downeast Maine

From Machias to Ellsworth, Calais to Mount Desert Island, Sons of Thunder provides excavation and site work throughout Washington and Hancock Counties. Whether you're building a new home, installing a septic system, or developing property, we handle the groundwork—navigating Maine's challenging soil conditions, bedrock, and seasonal frost that come with building in Downeast Maine.

Septic System Installation in Downeast Maine

Septic installation for homes and businesses across Washington and Hancock Counties. From site evaluation to system installation, we handle every aspect of your new septic system.

Septic tank installation in Machias Maine

Septic System Installation

We install septic systems built for Downeast Maine's conditions—accounting for high water tables near the coast, rocky terrain inland, and Maine DEP regulations. From site evaluation to system placement, tank installation to drain field construction, we handle the process for residential and commercial properties in Machias, Ellsworth, and throughout the region.

Septic Replacement & Upgrades

Failing septic system? We replace old, undersized, or damaged systems throughout Washington and Hancock Counties. We work efficiently to minimize disruption to your property. Whether upgrading to meet current standards or replacing a system that's reached the end of its life, we get the job done right.

Code Compliance

All installations meet Maine DEP requirements and local plumbing codes for Washington & Hancock Counties.

Soil Expertise

We understand coastal sandy soils, inland clay, ledge bedrock, and everything in between.

Long-Term Value

Properly installed systems last decades, protecting your investment and property value.

Driveway Construction & Installation

Build durable gravel driveways that withstand Maine's freeze-thaw cycles. Serving properties from coastal Bar Harbor to inland Washington County.

New Driveway Construction

We excavate, grade, and install driveways built for Downeast Maine's demanding conditions. Proper base preparation, drainage solutions, and quality gravel ensure your driveway survives spring mud season, winter frost heaves, and heavy use. Whether you need access to a new home site in Pembroke, a seasonal camp on Mount Desert Island, or commercial property in Ellsworth—we create driveways that last.

Proper Drainage

Crown grading and culvert installation prevent washouts during spring runoff and heavy rains.

Quality Materials

We use properly sized gravel and base material for durability in Maine's climate.

Terrain Solutions

Steep slopes, rocky terrain, wet areas—we handle Downeast Maine's challenging topography.

Land Clearing & Site Preparation

Clear wooded lots for construction, agriculture, or development. From removing trees and stumps to grading building pads, we prepare your Downeast Maine property for its next chapter.

Residential & Commercial Lot Clearing

Preparing to build in Calais, Lubec, or anywhere in Washington County? We clear trees, remove stumps, extract boulders, and level sites for new construction. Our excavation work creates stable, properly graded building pads whether you're constructing a home, camp, garage, or commercial building in Downeast Maine.

Grading & Site Development

Site grading is critical in Hancock and Washington Counties where drainage, ledge, and frost are constant factors. We excavate and grade for optimal water runoff, create level building areas, and prepare sites properly. Local knowledge helps prevent the drainage problems and settling issues that can happen with poorly prepared sites.

Forestry Mulching

Fast land clearing using forestry mulching equipment. Perfect for clearing overgrown lots, creating trails, or preparing large acreage for development throughout Downeast Maine.

Large-Scale Land Clearing

Forestry mulching efficiently clears acres of brush, small trees, and vegetation in a fraction of the time traditional methods require. Ideal for developing wooded parcels in Ellsworth, clearing farm land in Pembroke, creating wildlife openings, or reclaiming overgrown property throughout Washington and Hancock Counties. The mulched material stays on-site, improving soil quality and erosion control.

Logging Services

We offer both traditional clear cutting and custom low-impact logging designed to protect your land's future value.

Clear Cutting

Traditional clear cutting for landowners looking to maximize timber value. We efficiently harvest timber from your property in Washington and Hancock Counties, removing all trees from designated areas. Ideal for property owners prioritizing immediate revenue from their woodlot.

Custom Low-Impact Logging

Our specialty: land-friendly selective logging that preserves your property for future enjoyment. We carefully harvest timber while minimizing ground disturbance, restore areas we work in, and clean up all brush to leave your land looking pristine. While this approach may yield slightly less immediate revenue, your land maintains its beauty and value for years to come—perfect for landowners who love their property and want to protect it for future generations.

Minimal Ground Disturbance

We don't tear up your land. Careful extraction methods protect the soil and remaining vegetation.

Complete Cleanup

We clean up all brush and debris, leaving your property looking beautiful when we're done.

Long-Term Value

Protect your property's aesthetic and future value. Your grandchildren will thank you.