RD Digs — Specialty Excavation, Septic Systems & Farm Construction in Maine

Bob Martineau, owner of RD Digs
"I have been at it long enough
to be called an old pro.
Not long enough to be called just plain old."
— Bob Martineau
Bob Martineau on the job

My Name's Bob

I've been running equipment for a long, long time. How long? Long enough that guys on the job site call me an old pro. Not so long that they just call me old. (Not to my face, anyway.)

I spent years doing the big stuff — big companies, big contracts, big headaches. I had a fleet of trucks, a fleet of guys, and a daily advil habit that wasn't doing my liver any favors. I decided I'd had enough.

So I sold off the non-essentials, climbed back into my machine, and dug my way up from Massachusetts to Maine. Up here I get to do the work I actually love — tight, skilled, specialty excavation. The kind of job where you can tell at the end of the day whether you did it right or not.

If you've got dirt that needs moving, walls that need building, or a driveway that needs to stop looking like the surface of the moon — give me a call. I'm probably already outside.

Let's Talk

What We Do

Specialty excavation and construction across Maine — done right, done once.

Excavation & Earthwork

Backhoe, excavator, bobcat — whatever the job calls for, we've got the iron and the operator to match. Cellar holes, site prep, grading, drainage.

Septic Systems

We've installed more septic systems than we care to count. We do it right, we do it clean, and we work with your engineer and inspector from start to finish.

Stone Walls & Patios

A well-built stone wall or a hand-laid patio isn't just functional — it looks like it belongs there. We take our time with this stuff and it shows.

Driveways & Roads

Gravel driveways, culverts, and private roads built to handle Maine winters. They drain properly and they stay put.

Ponds & Drainage

Custom-built ponds, French drains, swales, and grading to keep water exactly where it belongs.

Farm Construction & Hauling

Custom farmwork, loam, fill, gravel, stone — need material in or out? We haul it.

"I got to know Bob really well over the months that he worked for me. He's an absolute master with the bucket. And lightning fast, too. But the reason I'm so confident to speak on his behalf is that during that time I grew to trust Bob completely. He's a guy of solid character and never once let me down."
— Chad C, Ipswich, MA
"I've known Bob for a long time. I've worked for him. He's worked for me. He's great with the machine. He's a better guy. Couldn't recommend him more."
— John D, S. Portland
"When I have a job with a tight deadline and no margin for error, I'm calling Bob. When I need someone to mess around with an excavator, I call Bob then, too. Basically, Bob's my first call."
— Manny V

The Full List

Septic System Installation
Stone Walls & Patios
Cellar Holes
Custom Farm Construction
Driveways
Retaining Walls
Grading & Site Work
Bobcat & Backhoe Work
Drainage Solutions
Ponds
Land & Lot Clearing
Firewood

And when the ground freezes up and there's nothing left to dig, I put the plow on. Private drives, municipal contracts — if you want to be on the list, get in touch before the first snow. Because once it starts flying, the list is full.

Every Job Starts with a Handshake

No call centers, no middlemen. You talk to Bob. You get Bob. Give me a call and we'll figure out in five minutes if we're the right fit for your job.

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Reach Bob Martineau Directly

Best thing to do is just call. I pick up most of the time, and if I don't, I'll get back to you the same day. Nothing beats a quick five-minute conversation to figure out if we're the right fit for your job.