Professional Land Development and Excavation Services for Standish, Maine and Nearby Areas

Residential, Commercial & Septic Excavation Services



AR Cail & Son is a family-owned excavation contractor serving Standish, handling residential, commercial, and septic projects with the same experienced crew and the same attention to site conditions on every job. Standish's rural setting and proximity to Sebago Lake call for a contractor who understands both undeveloped rural lots and septic system requirements for the area.

Excavation & Septic Work in Standish


Standish's rural landscape means many projects start with clearing and grading raw land. AR Cail's crew handles that groundwork — clearing, grading, drainage planning, and foundation prep — before construction begins.


With over 40 years of experience, AR Cail has designed and installed septic systems suited to Standish's soil and site conditions on properties throughout town, in full compliance with Maine regulations, from soil testing through final inspection.



On the commercial side, AR Cail's team works with homeowners and builders throughout the Standish area, with scheduling built around each project's timeline and budget.

Excavation Services in Standish, ME


Excavation & Site Preparation

Grading, foundation digging, and utility trenching for new residential and commercial construction throughout Standish.


Site Clearing • Grading • Foundation Digging • Utility Trenching


Septic System Installation

Design, installation, and repair of septic systems suited to Standish's soil and site conditions, in full compliance with Maine regulations.


New Installation • System Replacement • Septic Repair • Soil Testing


Land Clearing

Removal of trees, stumps, and brush to get rural Standish lots ready for construction, driveways, or landscaping.


Lot Clearing • Tree & Stump Removal • Site Grading


Driveway Installation

Excavation, base preparation, and grading for residential and commercial driveways, built for proper drainage and long-term stability.


Base Preparation • Grading • Drainage Planning


Water Lines & Drainage

Water line installation and drainage system design to manage water flow on Standish's rural and lakeside properties.


Water Line Installation • Drainage Systems • Erosion Control


Sea Walls & Retaining Walls

Retaining wall construction to manage grade changes near Standish's lakeside and wooded properties.


Retaining Walls • Erosion Protection • Grading Solutions


Commercial Snow Removal

Winter snow removal for Standish businesses, keeping parking lots, driveways, and access roads clear and safe.


Parking Lots • Driveways • Access Roads

Why Choose AR Cail & Son for Your Standish Project?


Over 40 years of experience.

Decades serving Standish and the greater Portland area.


Septic system expertise.

Systems designed for Standish's rural and lakeside conditions, fully code-compliant.


Full range of services.

Excavation, septic, land clearing, driveways, drainage, retaining walls, and snow removal — all handled by one crew.


Family-owned and hands-on.

Owner Andrew Cail and his crew are on the job site, not just quoting from an office.



Licensed and insured.

Fully licensed and insured for residential and commercial work in Standish.

Septic system install done by A.R. Cail

Excavation FAQs


Does AR Cail install septic systems in Standish?

Yes. AR Cail designs and installs residential and commercial septic systems throughout Standish, in full compliance with Maine regulations, and also handles septic repairs and replacements.


What excavation services does AR Cail offer in Standish?

AR Cail provides full-service excavation in Standish, including site preparation, foundation digging, driveway installation, land clearing, water line installation, drainage solutions, and utility trenching for residential and commercial projects.


Can AR Cail clear a rural lot for construction in Standish?

Yes. Our team removes trees, stumps, and brush from Standish properties, then grades the site to prepare it for building, driveways, or landscaping.


Does AR Cail build retaining walls in Standish?

Yes. We construct retaining walls to manage grade changes and help protect Standish properties, including lakeside lots, from erosion.


Does AR Cail offer commercial snow removal in Standish?

Yes. In addition to excavation and septic services, AR Cail provides commercial snow removal to keep Standish business properties safe and accessible through the winter.



Is AR Cail licensed and insured to work in Standish?

Yes. AR Cail & Son is a fully licensed and insured, family-owned excavation company with over 40 years of experience serving Standish and the greater Portland area.

Request an Excavation Estimate in Standish


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