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Building site preparation and clearing pros in Dothan

Avatar for Finlay Hill Land Services and Construction, LLC
Finlay Hill Land Services and Construction, LLC
30 Old Brantley Luverne Rd
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Finlay Hill Land Services and Construction, LLC
30 Old Brantley Luverne Rd
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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Finlay Hill Land Services and Construction 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.

Finlay Hill Land Services and Construction 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.


Ronnie Roland, LLC dba R&R Backhoe, Dozier, & Septic Services
761 Rehobeth
5.00(
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Ronnie Roland, LLC dba R&R Backhoe, Dozier, & Septic Services
761 Rehobeth
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
18 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

R&R Backhoe 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"He was great"

Shawntavious R on December 2024

R&R Backhoe 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"He was great"

Shawntavious R on December 2024


Avatar for GRACE UNDERBRUSH & EXCAVATION, LLC
GRACE UNDERBRUSH & EXCAVATION, LLC
2987 HIGHWAY 162
5.00(
2
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GRACE UNDERBRUSH & EXCAVATION, LLC
2987 HIGHWAY 162
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
18 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Grace Underbrush & Excavation, LLC is a leading provider of excavation, grading, preparation, and land clearing services, proudly serving Florida, Alabama, and Georgia. With over 27 years of experience, the company has built a reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality results on both residential and commercial projects. Specializing in land clearing, grading, and site preparation, Grace Underbrush & Excavation is committed to ensuring each project is completed efficiently, on time, and to the highest standards. Their skilled team utilizes advanced equipment and techniques to handle a wide range of tasks, from clearing brush to preparing land for construction. Whether it’s leveling a site for a new build, grading a driveway, or performing complex excavation work, the company is dedicated to providing exceptional service and exceeding customer expectations. Grace Underbrush & Excavation is the trusted partner for all excavation needs across Florida, Alabama, and Georgia.

"Yes. On time, very efficient, and priced very well"

kyle m on November 2024

Grace Underbrush & Excavation, LLC is a leading provider of excavation, grading, preparation, and land clearing services, proudly serving Florida, Alabama, and Georgia. With over 27 years of experience, the company has built a reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality results on both residential and commercial projects. Specializing in land clearing, grading, and site preparation, Grace Underbrush & Excavation is committed to ensuring each project is completed efficiently, on time, and to the highest standards. Their skilled team utilizes advanced equipment and techniques to handle a wide range of tasks, from clearing brush to preparing land for construction. Whether it’s leveling a site for a new build, grading a driveway, or performing complex excavation work, the company is dedicated to providing exceptional service and exceeding customer expectations. Grace Underbrush & Excavation is the trusted partner for all excavation needs across Florida, Alabama, and Georgia.

"Yes. On time, very efficient, and priced very well"

kyle m on November 2024


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Cuttin' It Close Lawn Maintenance, LLC
481 River Oaks Drive
4.75(
4
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Cuttin' It Close Lawn Maintenance, LLC
481 River Oaks Drive
4.75(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
73 local quotes requested

Cuttin' It Close Lawn Maintenance & Bobcat Services, LLC is a comprehensive landscaping company offering a variety of services to maintain your property's outdoor areas. We specialize in estate & commercial property maintenance, forestry mulching, property drainage, and land grading, ensuring your landscape remains functional and aesthetically pleasing. Cuttin’ It Close is fully licensed & insured.

"The team was OUTSTANDING and communicated with me throughout the whole process! I HIGHLY recommend!"

Ashley C on March 2025

Cuttin' It Close Lawn Maintenance & Bobcat Services, LLC is a comprehensive landscaping company offering a variety of services to maintain your property's outdoor areas. We specialize in estate & commercial property maintenance, forestry mulching, property drainage, and land grading, ensuring your landscape remains functional and aesthetically pleasing. Cuttin’ It Close is fully licensed & insured.

"The team was OUTSTANDING and communicated with me throughout the whole process! I HIGHLY recommend!"

Ashley C on March 2025


CHARLIE'S PORTABLE WELDING & TRACTOR SERVICES
546 East Franklin Avenue
No reviews
CHARLIE'S PORTABLE WELDING & TRACTOR SERVICES
546 East Franklin Avenue
No reviews
24 years of experience

Small town Owner / Operator. Specializing in Heavy Equipment Repairs. Over 20 years in welding experience and tractor services. Call day or night.

Small town Owner / Operator. Specializing in Heavy Equipment Repairs. Over 20 years in welding experience and tractor services. Call day or night.


Tree Landscape and Concrete Services
6403 Edenfield Drive
5.00(
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Tree Landscape and Concrete Services
6403 Edenfield Drive
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated business that offers a wide range of services from lot clearing, grading, landscaping, pouring concrete footers and driveways. We also offer 20, 30 and 40 yard dumpsters. We pride ourselves on our year round seasoned Firewood that we sell to local restaraunts. We offer free estimates. Contact us at 404 Tree-Man 404 873-3626

We are a family owned and operated business that offers a wide range of services from lot clearing, grading, landscaping, pouring concrete footers and driveways. We also offer 20, 30 and 40 yard dumpsters. We pride ourselves on our year round seasoned Firewood that we sell to local restaraunts. We offer free estimates. Contact us at 404 Tree-Man 404 873-3626


Love Construction
100
No reviews
Love Construction
100
No reviews
Free onsite estimate

Trenching, excavation, pipe installation, land clearing, site prep, driveways, culvert installation

Trenching, excavation, pipe installation, land clearing, site prep, driveways, culvert installation


Treeline Forestry Mulching LLC
8514 AL-119
No reviews
Treeline Forestry Mulching LLC
8514 AL-119
No reviews
Free onsite estimate

Our services range from basic land clearing to swift removal of stubborn brush, trees, and heavy vegetation. Upon completion your land will be ready for the next stage of development offering a park like setting with nutrient rich mulch where applicable. Whether you want to expand your yard , prepare for new construction, or begin developing your land, we have the equipment and skill to complete the task. We provide proper project management ensuring all jobs are completed safely, on time and within budget. Forestry Mulching is a unique technique in which overgrown trees and brush are instantly chopped into mulch. This creates a park like stetting and an excellent way to reclaim land that is unavailable due to overgrown vegetation. The positive impact of forestry mulching is that it helps with improving soil composition, reducing erosion and avoiding ecological dysfunction. The mulch created will give nutrients to the soil, grass and trees on your property. Forestry Mulching is the best choice for PRIVATE LOT OWNERS OR LAND OWNERS REAL ESTATE AGENTS DEVELOPERS COMMERCIAL PROPERTY OWNERS AND PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS PLEASE REMEMBER THAT FORESTRY MULCHING IS A GREAT INVESTMENT FOR THE GREENER FUTURE OF YOUR LAND.

Our services range from basic land clearing to swift removal of stubborn brush, trees, and heavy vegetation. Upon completion your land will be ready for the next stage of development offering a park like setting with nutrient rich mulch where applicable. Whether you want to expand your yard , prepare for new construction, or begin developing your land, we have the equipment and skill to complete the task. We provide proper project management ensuring all jobs are completed safely, on time and within budget. Forestry Mulching is a unique technique in which overgrown trees and brush are instantly chopped into mulch. This creates a park like stetting and an excellent way to reclaim land that is unavailable due to overgrown vegetation. The positive impact of forestry mulching is that it helps with improving soil composition, reducing erosion and avoiding ecological dysfunction. The mulch created will give nutrients to the soil, grass and trees on your property. Forestry Mulching is the best choice for PRIVATE LOT OWNERS OR LAND OWNERS REAL ESTATE AGENTS DEVELOPERS COMMERCIAL PROPERTY OWNERS AND PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS PLEASE REMEMBER THAT FORESTRY MULCHING IS A GREAT INVESTMENT FOR THE GREENER FUTURE OF YOUR LAND.


Jackson Gas & Electric Service Inc
206 First Ave
4.20(
15
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Jackson Gas & Electric Service Inc
206 First Ave
4.20(
15
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Customers say: Quality work
59 years of experience

Additional Phone Numbers - (334) 794-6948.

Additional Phone Numbers - (334) 794-6948.


Exterior Dreams
1368 Meriwether St.
4.00(
5
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Exterior Dreams
1368 Meriwether St.
4.00(
5
)
Customers say: Quality work
28 years of experience

We always give free estimates. Usually on small jobs we do not require any money up front.

"We were very appreciative of the concern and measurements taken to determine where the extra downspout would be installed. We weren’t given a copy of the proposal. Mr. Allen sent someone out to do the job evidently with the wrong instructions because he put it in the wrong place. When we discovered this I tried calling him and he wouldn’t answer the phone. When he finally called 3 days later he claimed that he never said it should have gone in a different place. I knew this was going to happen. I am paying $275 for a downspout in the wrong place. Not everyone has money growing on trees. Mr. Allen is a dishonest person that we were impressed with and trusted. For two senior citizens who live on a fixed income this whole thing sucks."

Gwendolyn M on April 2024

We always give free estimates. Usually on small jobs we do not require any money up front.

"We were very appreciative of the concern and measurements taken to determine where the extra downspout would be installed. We weren’t given a copy of the proposal. Mr. Allen sent someone out to do the job evidently with the wrong instructions because he put it in the wrong place. When we discovered this I tried calling him and he wouldn’t answer the phone. When he finally called 3 days later he claimed that he never said it should have gone in a different place. I knew this was going to happen. I am paying $275 for a downspout in the wrong place. Not everyone has money growing on trees. Mr. Allen is a dishonest person that we were impressed with and trusted. For two senior citizens who live on a fixed income this whole thing sucks."

Gwendolyn M on April 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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