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Erbe Brothers Excavation
17 Copper Beech Drive
4.93(
7
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Approved Pro
Erbe Brothers Excavation
17 Copper Beech Drive
4.93(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

At Erbe Brothers Excavation we pride ourselves on a job well done. We work with the customer to get the job done safely, efficiently and at a cost effective price. We offer multiple services such as excavation, foundations, land clearing, stump removal, concrete and much more. Please feel free to reach out and we would be more then happy to assist you in your next project! Thank you, Dan and Derek Erbe

"This company was great to work with! Extremely knowledgeable and professional from start to finish - did a great job with our driveway in grading and adding material to flatten the surface area."

David N on October 2024

At Erbe Brothers Excavation we pride ourselves on a job well done. We work with the customer to get the job done safely, efficiently and at a cost effective price. We offer multiple services such as excavation, foundations, land clearing, stump removal, concrete and much more. Please feel free to reach out and we would be more then happy to assist you in your next project! Thank you, Dan and Derek Erbe

"This company was great to work with! Extremely knowledgeable and professional from start to finish - did a great job with our driveway in grading and adding material to flatten the surface area."

David N on October 2024


Junk Ease
18 Shirley Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Junk Ease
18 Shirley Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 5 years of experience in the Wellesley industry, Junk Ease is your industry expert in Wellesley. 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 family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

With over 5 years of experience in the Wellesley industry, Junk Ease is your industry expert in Wellesley. 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 family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!


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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.
7000 Homestead Blvd Unit 112
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.
7000 Homestead Blvd Unit 112
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. 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.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023

James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc. 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.

"Great experience! Prompt, responsive and good value."

Jonathan S on January 2023


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GTL Forest Products
PO Box 10
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
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GTL Forest Products
PO Box 10
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
30 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to GTL Forest Products! With over 35 years in the industry, we specialize in land clearing and tree removal. Our equipped team has the professionalism, reliability, and experience to help you with your next project so call us for a free quote!

Welcome to GTL Forest Products! With over 35 years in the industry, we specialize in land clearing and tree removal. Our equipped team has the professionalism, reliability, and experience to help you with your next project so call us for a free quote!


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Land Worx
50 Johnson Drive
4.08(
6
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Approved Pro
Land Worx
50 Johnson Drive
4.08(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
67 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

At Land Worx, we are here for all of your landscaping needs. We specialize in residential landscaping and lawn care services. Locally owned and operated, we're known in the area for our prompt service and attention to detail. Be sure to give us a call today!

"Great work. Would hire again."

Gregory R on March 2025

At Land Worx, we are here for all of your landscaping needs. We specialize in residential landscaping and lawn care services. Locally owned and operated, we're known in the area for our prompt service and attention to detail. Be sure to give us a call today!

"Great work. Would hire again."

Gregory R on March 2025


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Zacarias Tree & Landscaping, Inc.
11 Cobbet Place
4.75(
51
)
Approved Pro
Zacarias Tree & Landscaping, Inc.
11 Cobbet Place
4.75(
51
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Here at Zacarias Tree & Landscaping, Inc. we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project.

"On time, efficient workers, and cleaned up completely."

Ray H on December 2024

Here at Zacarias Tree & Landscaping, Inc. we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project.

"On time, efficient workers, and cleaned up completely."

Ray H on December 2024


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DM Jepson Tree & Excavation LLC
502 Concord Road
5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
DM Jepson Tree & Excavation LLC
502 Concord Road
5.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
40 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

DM Jepson Tree & Excavation LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Dave was fantastic from conception to completion! He has an award winning attitude and approach to his profession. He is passionate about his work, his commitment to safety, his positive and professional approach to his craft and his team. His pricing and attitude made this project a pleasure. Thank you Dave."

Paige L on January 2025

DM Jepson Tree & Excavation LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Dave was fantastic from conception to completion! He has an award winning attitude and approach to his profession. He is passionate about his work, his commitment to safety, his positive and professional approach to his craft and his team. His pricing and attitude made this project a pleasure. Thank you Dave."

Paige L on January 2025


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John K. Young Landscaping
P.O. Box 1623
4.64(
56
)
Approved Pro
John K. Young Landscaping
P.O. Box 1623
4.64(
56
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 years of experience

Since 1999, John K. Young Landscaping has earned a reputation of prompt reliable, residential and commercial services. Our knowledge will earn your trust for a lifetime. John believes in making all of his clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We pride ourselves in adding beautiful to your home and property. Call John today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you.

"Top notch"

Robin M on February 2021

Since 1999, John K. Young Landscaping has earned a reputation of prompt reliable, residential and commercial services. Our knowledge will earn your trust for a lifetime. John believes in making all of his clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We pride ourselves in adding beautiful to your home and property. Call John today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you.

"Top notch"

Robin M on February 2021


Giles Excavation & Concrete Foundations
56 Eighth Street
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Giles Excavation & Concrete Foundations
56 Eighth Street
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
48 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you


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New England Paveworks
PO BOX 34
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
New England Paveworks
PO BOX 34
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 local quotes requested

New England Pave Works offers a diverse range of services tailored to elevate your outdoor spaces. Our expertise spans hardscape and landscape construction, encompassing paving, drainage systems, small excavation, asphalt sealcoating, landscape design-build, outdoor living construction, and concrete cutting and installation. Whether it's crafting durable driveways, enhancing curb appeal with innovative garden designs, or creating functional outdoor living spaces, we're committed to precision and excellence in every project. With our customer-centric approach, expect clear communication, fair pricing, and personalized service. Elevate your outdoor experience with New England Pave Works - where expertise meets creativity. M-F: 9am - 5pm

"Jim and Zac went over the top to correct my driveway. Deteriorating asphalt was pushing my recently built stone walls surrounding driveway away. They re-set the stones and used mortar to secure them. They went out of their way to secure joint between driveway and wall. Being in quality control most of my working life it was refreshing to see the workmanship. The cost was more than fair. Integrity is refreshing. Barry Ryan"

Barry R on June 2024

New England Pave Works offers a diverse range of services tailored to elevate your outdoor spaces. Our expertise spans hardscape and landscape construction, encompassing paving, drainage systems, small excavation, asphalt sealcoating, landscape design-build, outdoor living construction, and concrete cutting and installation. Whether it's crafting durable driveways, enhancing curb appeal with innovative garden designs, or creating functional outdoor living spaces, we're committed to precision and excellence in every project. With our customer-centric approach, expect clear communication, fair pricing, and personalized service. Elevate your outdoor experience with New England Pave Works - where expertise meets creativity. M-F: 9am - 5pm

"Jim and Zac went over the top to correct my driveway. Deteriorating asphalt was pushing my recently built stone walls surrounding driveway away. They re-set the stones and used mortar to secure them. They went out of their way to secure joint between driveway and wall. Being in quality control most of my working life it was refreshing to see the workmanship. The cost was more than fair. Integrity is refreshing. Barry Ryan"

Barry R on June 2024

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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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