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Newcombs Dirt Works
331 NEWCOMB DR
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Newcombs Dirt Works
331 NEWCOMB DR
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Mon-Fri 8a-5pm We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very dependable and does excellent work. We will continue to use NEWCOMBà ¢à  à  S Dirtworks for any future projects we have."

Mandy H on October 2023

Mon-Fri 8a-5pm We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very dependable and does excellent work. We will continue to use NEWCOMBà ¢à  à  S Dirtworks for any future projects we have."

Mandy H on October 2023


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Central Alabama Site Works, LLC
524 County Road 83
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Central Alabama Site Works, LLC
524 County Road 83
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
29 local quotes requested

Central Alabama Site Works LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. I do charge a trip fee that will be what I was charged for your request.

"On time service, very competitive pricing, good quality work was completed."

Owen K on March 2023

Central Alabama Site Works LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. I do charge a trip fee that will be what I was charged for your request.

"On time service, very competitive pricing, good quality work was completed."

Owen K on March 2023


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Bobcat Work by Joe Burnett
1416 Heather Lane
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Bobcat Work by Joe Burnett
1416 Heather Lane
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Bobcat Work by Joe Burnett, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Please call us today for all of your land management needs.

"Awesome experience. Super professional and easy to work with and quick to respond. He cleaned out the back yard of 30 years worth of debris. He ensured the yard was cleaned up as well. Reasonably priced and well worth the money. I would recommend to anyone who needed his service."

Otto B on September 2024

Bobcat Work by Joe Burnett, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Please call us today for all of your land management needs.

"Awesome experience. Super professional and easy to work with and quick to respond. He cleaned out the back yard of 30 years worth of debris. He ensured the yard was cleaned up as well. Reasonably priced and well worth the money. I would recommend to anyone who needed his service."

Otto B on September 2024


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Apex Home Solutions LLC
351 Brasher Road
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Apex Home Solutions LLC
351 Brasher Road
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer.

"Great job and Jeremy was very nice!"

Elaine M on September 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer.

"Great job and Jeremy was very nice!"

Elaine M on September 2024


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Lynch Land Service, LLC
342 Trace Ridge Rd
4.94(
9
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Approved Pro
Lynch Land Service, LLC
342 Trace Ridge Rd
4.94(
9
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
32 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Lynch Land Service, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Tyler did a great job of removing 2 large oak trees from my home and saving me a ton of trouble. He did it fast and very convenient. Would hire again."

cole b on November 2024

Lynch Land Service, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Tyler did a great job of removing 2 large oak trees from my home and saving me a ton of trouble. He did it fast and very convenient. Would hire again."

cole b on November 2024


Daniel Excavation Services, LLC
1545 Kincheon Rd
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Daniel Excavation Services, LLC
1545 Kincheon Rd
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Promp, professional. Paul did a wonderful job throughout the whole process! Cleaned up all debris even the debris that was left behind by a different company."

Brandi R on September 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Promp, professional. Paul did a wonderful job throughout the whole process! Cleaned up all debris even the debris that was left behind by a different company."

Brandi R on September 2024


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Cahaba Land Services
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Cahaba Land Services
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
167 local quotes requested

With over 15 years experience in the Excavation and Land Clearing Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"25 stumps removed and hauled away. Holes were filled in. Courteous, friendly and easy to work with personnel."

Mary M on December 2023

With over 15 years experience in the Excavation and Land Clearing Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"25 stumps removed and hauled away. Holes were filled in. Courteous, friendly and easy to work with personnel."

Mary M on December 2023


Avatar for JURADOS INTERIOR/EXTERIOR LLC
JURADOS INTERIOR/EXTERIOR LLC
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
JURADOS INTERIOR/EXTERIOR LLC
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
247 local quotes requested

What ever you are looking for to customize your interior or exterior look do not hesitate to call this small family owned and operated business! Thanks and God bless!

"dry wall"

malik t on March 2023

What ever you are looking for to customize your interior or exterior look do not hesitate to call this small family owned and operated business! Thanks and God bless!

"dry wall"

malik t on March 2023


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CoreX Land Solutions
325 CR 726
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
CoreX Land Solutions
325 CR 726
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
225 local quotes requested

CoreX provides professional land development and excavation services to residential and commercial clients. We take pride in every job, large or small. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your land the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Corex did a great job on my land that needed cleaned up from where it had been logged and I am very pleased with their work. They show up on time and when they tell u something u can be assured it will be done like that"

John S on June 2024

CoreX provides professional land development and excavation services to residential and commercial clients. We take pride in every job, large or small. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your land the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Corex did a great job on my land that needed cleaned up from where it had been logged and I am very pleased with their work. They show up on time and when they tell u something u can be assured it will be done like that"

John S on June 2024


Avatar for W&C Sullivan Properties
W&C Sullivan Properties
130 Ellis Lane
5.00(
16
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Approved Pro
W&C Sullivan Properties
130 Ellis Lane
5.00(
16
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
507 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Custom Home Building, Renovations, Decks, Patios, Landscaping and Excavation services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"I like to give a shout out to Nick and W & C Sullivan Properties for the excellent job on the retaining wall that was installed at our home we had built in 1982. I contacted Nick and he came over with a free estimate for us to look at and decide. Nick came out the designated time and came at the time he said he would come. The price Nick gave was great and we said yes and we schedule for that to happen by the following week The crew came out on time and were very professional in their work and attitude,very respectful in every way. The retaining wall was about 57 feet long. The wall was installed in 2 days and 2 hour the next day for clean up. The retaining was level from one end to the other so the wall was on solid level ground. They had large equipment for digging so that cut out a lot of time. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND W & C Sullivan Properties to anyone who want a professional job done and the wall looked great too. I have the utmost confidence in W & C Sullivan Properties and would not hesitate for the next big job to be performed by them. Keep up the great work!"

Norman H on January 2025

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in Custom Home Building, Renovations, Decks, Patios, Landscaping and Excavation services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"I like to give a shout out to Nick and W & C Sullivan Properties for the excellent job on the retaining wall that was installed at our home we had built in 1982. I contacted Nick and he came over with a free estimate for us to look at and decide. Nick came out the designated time and came at the time he said he would come. The price Nick gave was great and we said yes and we schedule for that to happen by the following week The crew came out on time and were very professional in their work and attitude,very respectful in every way. The retaining wall was about 57 feet long. The wall was installed in 2 days and 2 hour the next day for clean up. The retaining was level from one end to the other so the wall was on solid level ground. They had large equipment for digging so that cut out a lot of time. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND W & C Sullivan Properties to anyone who want a professional job done and the wall looked great too. I have the utmost confidence in W & C Sullivan Properties and would not hesitate for the next big job to be performed by them. Keep up the great work!"

Norman H on January 2025

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Building site preparation and clearings FAQs

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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