"My property had been plagued with drainage issues until Ronnie worked his magic. From the driveway to the culvert replacement, to the piped swale, all went well - and [the system] performs excellently. If you want outstanding work from an outstanding guy, look no further than Ronnie."

- Rob Gentle / Elmore VT

"Ron has cleared several areas around my home. He is excellent at selectively removing trees and brush, leaving the areas looking natural. He is a master at operating an excavator and other equipment. He is dependable, communicates in a timely manner, and is extremely personable. He is my number one man for any type of excavation."

- Pete Duchesne / Elmore VT

"Last summer we had the opportunity to work with Ronnie Leroux, of Darkwing Enterprises. He provided the excavation and site prep for laying the foundation for our new barn. It was a challenging project due to the unprecedented rainfall, flooding and weather related delays. Ronnie was able to adapt to sudden plan changes as well as making creative suggestions. He was patient and professional. He provided the removal of old structures, created new hardscape solutions, installed drainage and finalized the driveway access with a beautiful landscaped finish. The project was completed in a timely manner and exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Darkwing Enterprise's services.

- Suzanne and Charles Osler / Wolcott VT

"After the July 2023 flooding, we were in a tough spot to repair a lot of washouts on our road and driveway. Ronnie at Darkwing Enterprises was recommended to us, and we couldn't be happier with the results! From start to finish, his professionalism and expertise were evident.

Ronnie and his team arrived promptly and got straight to work. He demonstrated a keen attention to detail and took the time to assess the project thoroughly before beginning. Throughout the process, Ronnie maintained clear communication, keeping us informed of progress and any potential adjustments.

The quality of his workmanship truly exceeded our expectations. It's obvious that he takes pride in his craft and strives for perfection in every aspect of the job. So much so, that we hired him a second time for more grading and repair work!

Furthermore, we were impressed by his efficiency and commitment to meeting deadlines. Despite facing some unexpected challenges, he handled them with ease and ensured that the project was completed on time and - importantly - within budget.

Overall, we highly recommend Ronnie and Darkwing Enterprises for any excavation work. His professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to customer satisfaction set Ronnie apart from the rest. Thank you, Ronnie, for transforming our driveway into a thing of beauty!"

- Quincy Campbell / Waterbury VT

"We hired Darkwing Enterprises to grade and resurface our driveway. It was a big project and required a lot of attention to detail. Ronnie was fantastic to work with, start to finish. He was reliable and extremely hard working. He communicated with us throughout the project and we were thrilled with the end result. We highly recommend Darkwing Enterprises."

- Lisa Matckie / Stowe VT

"I have hired Darkwing to do a couple of projects for me. I cannot say enough about his professionalism, attention to detail, and care for his work. Ronnie always does the job right and looks for every opportunity to save the homeowner money. I highly recommend Darkwing to all my family, friends, and neighbors. I look forward to working with Ronnie again in the future."

- Kevin Smith / Stowe VT

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Darkwing Enterprises when Ronnie transformed my yard into a stunning soccer pitch. The project was quite ambitious, as it involved turning a valley with two hills and a stream into a functional and beautiful space for sports [for our children].

From the very beginning, the Ronnie was professional, courteous, and highly skilled. He took the time to understand my vision for the space and offered valuable insights and suggestions to make it even better. Throughout the entire process, he kept me informed and was always available to answer any questions or address any concerns I had.

The end result is nothing short of spectacular. The soccer pitch is not only functional but also seamlessly integrated into the natural beauty of the surrounding forest. Ronnie's attention to detail, craftsmanship, and dedication to my project has far exceeded my expectations. And - - he came in on budget and ahead of time. [As a bonus] I am also able to use the wood from the trees for firewood and projects!

I wholeheartedly recommend Darkwing Enterprises to anyone who is looking for a reliable, skilled, and creative professional to bring their dreams of outdoor spaces to life. Thank you for an outstanding job - - well done!"

- Jason Jercinovic / Stowe VT

"I hired Ronnie to tear down an old shed with a concrete floor and nearby concrete foundation of an old barn. It was a great experience. I have new appreciation for the Caterpillar Excavator 307, which Ronnie operates like a master. The job was completed on time and on budget. Ronnie could not have been more obliging, moving rose bushes and carefully rearranging my landscape! Would hire him again in a heartbeat!"

- Phil Bertocci / Wolcott VT

"I have used Dark Wing Enterprises, (DWE) for a myriad of projects, big and small. From excavation, to an entire downstairs remodel. DWE not only conducts their business professionally, but with precise detail and creativity. Ronnie is a pleasure to deal with and is committed to excellence.

Both of my homes, a mountain cottage and a lake home on Lake Champlain have had the advantage of DWE workmanship that I continually get compliments on -- to this day. No one better!

- Stephen Timothy Adams / Lake Elmore & Alburgh VT

"We have had four projects done at our Walden, VT property by Ronnie Leroux of Darkwing Enterprises.

The first was excavation and site work for a 10 foot by 20 foot addition to our home. From the first shovel of earth moved to the final backfill of the foundation walls and grading, seeding and mulching of the surrounding area Ronnie was meticulous in his work and did everything we asked him to do. Next we had him do a makeover on our driveway/dooryard. He removed the old gravel material, painstakingly sloped the entire area for drainage, then resurfaced, packed and leveled it all using StayMat/crushed ledge. It turned out beautifully, much better than we had hoped for.

Our third project was a little different. Ronnie excavated a 1/4 acre food plot for us, about a half mile from our home in the woods. He removed brush, trees and stumps and leveled the spot so it was ready for lime, fertilizer and planting. He completed this project in just one day!

Last thing he did for us was to take an unsightly 100 foot ditch that ran across our lawn from a culvert, and extended the existing culvert the full 100 feet. He then trucked in 20-25 loads of fill, leveled, added top soil, seeded and mulched the whole area. He also trucked in crushed stone and prepped a level site for a 10 foot by 16 foot shed for the garden space utilized by Mary Jane. This project really transformed a basically unusable and unsightly area of our property into a space we enjoy daily.

In every instance Ronnie talked us thru the steps, timeline, and costs of each project. He listened to us and did everything we asked for to meet our expectations of each project. We could not be happier with the outcomes, thanks Ronnie and Darkwing Enterprises!"

- George and Mary Jane Gattone / Walden, VT

"I love working with Ronnie. We have worked on several projects together over the years. He is totally reliable, thorough and careful in working with people - - and the land - - to ensure a top quality job. What I appreciate most is his honest and straight-forward approach to people and jobs. I cannot recommend him enough for site work, tree work, landscaping, and his help generating ideas about ways to improve job site and do it efficiently!"

- Dr. Rick Barnett / Elmore & Stowe VT

"Ronnie from Darkwing Enterprises has done a variety of projects for me over the years including driveway grading, drainage work, pond maintenance, and an installation of a new underground propane storage tank. Ronnie is always the consummate professional, arrives as scheduled and takes the me to explain exactly what he is going to do to complete the project. I have always been impressed with how meticulously he works to complete the task at hand and to restore the landscape to its natural beauty. I never hesitate to recommend him to my friends and neighbors in Stowe."

- Dave Kelly / Stowe VT

I have been operating all types of machinery over 40 years. Beginning at a young age with farm machinery and automobiles for family and neighbors, including sawmill and lumber and log moving equipment.

My father worked for the local electric department and street department where he operated large bucket trucks, digger trucks, dump trucks, and earth moving equipment. Dad had several extra jobs such as roadside mowing, auto recycling business, and trucking business. Helping him gave me experience with all kinds of equipment and jobs.

We (my older brother Dale and me) are fortunate to be "mechanically inclined." Dale and I repaired automobiles and all sorts of equipment to earn extra money. During and after HS, I worked at Butler's Bus - - a local Garage / School Bus company. There I worked on every conceivable type of vehicle including foreign cars, heavy trucks, and, naturally, School Buses. I became an ASE certified mechanic. I received my CDL in 1989. Dale earned a degree in Civil Engineering at the University of Vermont. He still worked on vehicles at my parents' while going to school.

After he graduated, he worked at my parent's full time and started a garage business. I soon joined him at the business. We named it Leroux Brother's Auto [now Leroux Brothers Transmissions]. We both became ASE Master Mechanics and Transmission specialists. I always had owned earth moving equipment and dump trucks which we used for property improvements and side work. Because I liked equipment operating and my brother was interested in renewable energy, we started a new division called "Wind Turbines of Vermont". We became a Bergey Wind Turbine [ https://www.bergey.com/ ] dealer and designed, sold, installed, and repaired wind Turbines across northern Vermont. We were certified with the State of Vermont as a "Renewable Wind Energy Installer", years before the current spate of wind and solar providers. Being the "heavy equipment" expert, I provided all the earth work and the mechanical assembly of the towers and turbines. I also made the forms and poured the foundations for the tall towers and installed the Inverters and Wiring. Dale did the sales, paperwork, the repairs and helped on the day the crane came to stand them up.

In 2013 I left the business and kept my construction equipment. In 2014 I worked for J.P. Sicard, Inc. driving dump truck then later that year went to work for Dale Percy Inc. of Stowe, operating equipment. In the fall of 2014, I purchased my Wolcott property with a 9,000 tap Maple Sugaring operation. In the spring of 2015, I named my new business Darkwing Enterprises LLC. Since 2015 I have been sugaring in the spring and Excavating in the Summer and Fall. I began with a mid-sized 307 Cat excavator, 450 Case dozer and Ford ten-wheel dump truck. I now have three excavators, the dozer, 323 JD track loader with attachments and new Freightliner ten-wheel dump truck. I have done dozens of excavating projects over the years, primarily residential and commercial house lots and driveways, septic systems, and foundations. Last year I served the Town of Greensboro repairing flood damage as well as hauling a lot of material for J.P. Sicard, Inc. I also served several other local towns for flood recovery.

My goal for Darkwing Enterprises is to provide quality earth moving work at a professional level at a fair price. Ask any of the folks I have provided services for, and you will learn a lot about the process.

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