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Building site preparation and clearing pros in Folsom

Hansen Construction
6721 Secluded Way
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Hansen Construction
6721 Secluded Way
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

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

"He is very thorough, he has good eye for finished detail, and he is very reliable."

Josh B on April 2023

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

"He is very thorough, he has good eye for finished detail, and he is very reliable."

Josh B on April 2023


Pacific Building & Engineering, Inc.
PO Box 1554
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Pacific Building & Engineering, Inc.
PO Box 1554
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

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

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Tim B on October 2020

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

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Tim B on October 2020


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ADRENALINE CONSTRUCTION
3914 CROSSWOOD DRIVE
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
ADRENALINE CONSTRUCTION
3914 CROSSWOOD DRIVE
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

At ADRENALINE CONSTRUCTION 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!

"If you need someone to spruce up your property, look no further! Kyle has done several projects for me over the years and is top-notch. With years of experience, he is a wizard with dirt, especially on steep ground. He is reliable (always shows up on time) fair, and super speedy. My place has never looked better. Kyle is the real deal!"

Lauralee G on April 2024

At ADRENALINE CONSTRUCTION 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!

"If you need someone to spruce up your property, look no further! Kyle has done several projects for me over the years and is top-notch. With years of experience, he is a wizard with dirt, especially on steep ground. He is reliable (always shows up on time) fair, and super speedy. My place has never looked better. Kyle is the real deal!"

Lauralee G on April 2024


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Atiles & Sons, LLC
20835 Todd Valley Rd
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Atiles & Sons, LLC
20835 Todd Valley Rd
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.


2C General Engineering
1073 Old Coach Dr
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
2C General Engineering
1073 Old Coach Dr
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
17 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

2C General Engineering 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

2C General Engineering 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


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August Plumbing
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
August Plumbing
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
1201 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

August Plumbing offers full service commercial and residential plumbing installation and repair We specialize in tankless water heater systems, water filtration, TI and remodel work, sewer camera inspections, repipes, retrofits and much more. Contact us today for all your plumbing needs LIC. # 1097608

August Plumbing offers full service commercial and residential plumbing installation and repair We specialize in tankless water heater systems, water filtration, TI and remodel work, sewer camera inspections, repipes, retrofits and much more. Contact us today for all your plumbing needs LIC. # 1097608


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Super Brothers Plumbing Heating & Air
7475 Kanai Ave
4.78(
92
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Approved Pro
Super Brothers Plumbing Heating & Air
7475 Kanai Ave
4.78(
92
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
1265 local quotes requested

We are Super Brothers Plumbing Heating & Air Contractor. Specialized in Plumbing and HVAC services for residential and commercial properties. We cooperate directly with companies such as SMUD, Home Depot, PG&E, Aquasana, Rheem, Ferguson, Bradford White, Trane, and Roseville Electric. Our partnership with these organizations gives our customers the opportunity to receive instant Rebates, and contractor discounts for any plumbing, and HVAC services. This month we have a big promotion for a Gas Water Heater Replacement, HVAC System Replacement, Whole House Filtration System Installation, and Heat Pump Water Heater Installation. Regular gas water heater basic replacement - Regular cost: $2000 - Discounted Cost: $1750 A Heat Pump Water Heater Basic Installation - Regular Cost: $2100 out of pocket - Discounted Cost: $1750 out of pocket Filtration System Basic Installation Including the Whole System - Regular Price: $3500 - Discounted Price: $2800 HVAC System requires scheduling a free on-site estimate.

"Very well!"

Kristen D on June 2023

We are Super Brothers Plumbing Heating & Air Contractor. Specialized in Plumbing and HVAC services for residential and commercial properties. We cooperate directly with companies such as SMUD, Home Depot, PG&E, Aquasana, Rheem, Ferguson, Bradford White, Trane, and Roseville Electric. Our partnership with these organizations gives our customers the opportunity to receive instant Rebates, and contractor discounts for any plumbing, and HVAC services. This month we have a big promotion for a Gas Water Heater Replacement, HVAC System Replacement, Whole House Filtration System Installation, and Heat Pump Water Heater Installation. Regular gas water heater basic replacement - Regular cost: $2000 - Discounted Cost: $1750 A Heat Pump Water Heater Basic Installation - Regular Cost: $2100 out of pocket - Discounted Cost: $1750 out of pocket Filtration System Basic Installation Including the Whole System - Regular Price: $3500 - Discounted Price: $2800 HVAC System requires scheduling a free on-site estimate.

"Very well!"

Kristen D on June 2023


AP Backhoe and Trucking
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
AP Backhoe and Trucking
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
170 local quotes requested

Land Grading, Excavations, Demolition, Trenching, Dirt work Owner operator Over 40 years. Any size Job Driveways, Pools, Roads

"Tony and his crew were absolutely fantastic. My wife and I recently moved to California and found a gorgeous home and lot with a slight incline outback. We had some ideas of what we wanted to do with the mismanaged landscaping, and called AP to come out and take care of our needs. From start to finish the communication was exceptional, and they have all the right equipment and better yet people to take care of things in the proper way. Moving from Texas I was fearful, but already love the local businesses I've worked with ESPECIALLY these guys! Thanks Tony"

Dustin c on December 2024

Land Grading, Excavations, Demolition, Trenching, Dirt work Owner operator Over 40 years. Any size Job Driveways, Pools, Roads

"Tony and his crew were absolutely fantastic. My wife and I recently moved to California and found a gorgeous home and lot with a slight incline outback. We had some ideas of what we wanted to do with the mismanaged landscaping, and called AP to come out and take care of our needs. From start to finish the communication was exceptional, and they have all the right equipment and better yet people to take care of things in the proper way. Moving from Texas I was fearful, but already love the local businesses I've worked with ESPECIALLY these guys! Thanks Tony"

Dustin c on December 2024


Trailscape Inc
PO Box 6103
No reviews
Trailscape Inc
PO Box 6103
No reviews
17 years of experience

We are a company that has specialized equipment to build natural surface trails artfully and sustainably even in very steep and wooded terrain.

We are a company that has specialized equipment to build natural surface trails artfully and sustainably even in very steep and wooded terrain.


Mogensen Landscaping
8209 Scarlet Oak Cir
4.79(
56
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Mogensen Landscaping
8209 Scarlet Oak Cir
4.79(
56
)
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Commercial and residential landscape maintenance and installation.

"Mogensen Landscaping really sets the bar high for their industry - the whole team we worked with: Erik & Keri, Chris, their designer, and Bryan and his great crew were all wonderful to work with! Throughout the project, the high level of communication and responsiveness was beyond anything we've experienced, and the quality, pride of workmanship and attention to detail was really impressive. We were concerned about some large trees in our yard, and Erik spent extra time with us, listening to our concerns and coming up with a great solution for them. We absolutely love the design that Chris developed for our difficult space, and how Bryan & his crew really brought it to life. We highly recommend the Mogensen team for any landscaping project you have - they do an excellent job and are terrific to work with!"

Megan S on March 2022

Commercial and residential landscape maintenance and installation.

"Mogensen Landscaping really sets the bar high for their industry - the whole team we worked with: Erik & Keri, Chris, their designer, and Bryan and his great crew were all wonderful to work with! Throughout the project, the high level of communication and responsiveness was beyond anything we've experienced, and the quality, pride of workmanship and attention to detail was really impressive. We were concerned about some large trees in our yard, and Erik spent extra time with us, listening to our concerns and coming up with a great solution for them. We absolutely love the design that Chris developed for our difficult space, and how Bryan & his crew really brought it to life. We highly recommend the Mogensen team for any landscaping project you have - they do an excellent job and are terrific to work with!"

Megan S on March 2022

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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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