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JM Concrete LLC
16401 Happy Hill Road
5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
JM Concrete LLC
16401 Happy Hill Road
5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
10 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Welcome to JM Concrete. We are the premier professional home improvement company in Virginia. We offer the highest quality and most attentive customer service. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Whether your project involves minor repairs or series of projects, we are glad to be your number one choice. Please call us today to schedule your appointment!

"We hired JM Concrete to remove an old broken sidewalk and pour a new one for the entrance to our home. They did a wonderful job. They are easy to get in touch with and good at returning phone calls. They gave us an excellent price on the job. They were professional, courteous, and worked hard. We are very pleased with the finished product. I would definitely recommend this company."

Amy B on April 2025

Welcome to JM Concrete. We are the premier professional home improvement company in Virginia. We offer the highest quality and most attentive customer service. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Whether your project involves minor repairs or series of projects, we are glad to be your number one choice. Please call us today to schedule your appointment!

"We hired JM Concrete to remove an old broken sidewalk and pour a new one for the entrance to our home. They did a wonderful job. They are easy to get in touch with and good at returning phone calls. They gave us an excellent price on the job. They were professional, courteous, and worked hard. We are very pleased with the finished product. I would definitely recommend this company."

Amy B on April 2025


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ROC Construction LLC
8052 Coberly Ct
4.84(
54
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Approved Pro
ROC Construction LLC
8052 Coberly Ct
4.84(
54
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

We provide fast and professional service. We have a vast line of services, that we provide; asphalt paving, concrete construction, excavating, demolition, hauling, grading, topsoil, fill dirt, gravel delivery, complete sod (Fescue, Zoysia, or Bermuda) ,seeding (Fescue or Bermuda), landscaping services and site work. We provide expert service for commercial, residential and industrial clients. We always strive to do a Class A job and take pride in our work. We always show up on time and do the job exactly right. Roc Construction's, owner, Mr. Morris, is a Virginia Tech grad with a B.S. in Civil Engineering. So if you have a tough project, that requires someone with knowledge and skills to complete the project, Mr. Morris can approach the project from a engineers point of view and turn your dream into a reality!

"I can't say enough good things about this company. Mr. Morris gave a fair and straightforward estimate, showed up when promised, and did a superb job. I would definitely hire them again. "

Barbara L on March 2025

We provide fast and professional service. We have a vast line of services, that we provide; asphalt paving, concrete construction, excavating, demolition, hauling, grading, topsoil, fill dirt, gravel delivery, complete sod (Fescue, Zoysia, or Bermuda) ,seeding (Fescue or Bermuda), landscaping services and site work. We provide expert service for commercial, residential and industrial clients. We always strive to do a Class A job and take pride in our work. We always show up on time and do the job exactly right. Roc Construction's, owner, Mr. Morris, is a Virginia Tech grad with a B.S. in Civil Engineering. So if you have a tough project, that requires someone with knowledge and skills to complete the project, Mr. Morris can approach the project from a engineers point of view and turn your dream into a reality!

"I can't say enough good things about this company. Mr. Morris gave a fair and straightforward estimate, showed up when promised, and did a superb job. I would definitely hire them again. "

Barbara L on March 2025


Shook Construction, LLC
212 Neck O Land Road
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Approved Pro
Shook Construction, LLC
212 Neck O Land Road
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Shook Construction, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

Shook Construction, LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!


Roc Construction LLC
PO Box 1401
3.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Roc Construction LLC
PO Box 1401
3.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
632 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Owner Justin Morris is an alumni of Va. Tech with a BS in Civil Engineering. We pride ourselves in doing class A job at a competitive price. We provide the following services. Asphalt Paving, Concrete Construction, Demolition,Excavation, Grading, Site Preparation. Materials Delivery (Asphalt Millings, Crush Concrete, Gravel, Fill Dirt, Topsoil) Sod installation.

Owner Justin Morris is an alumni of Va. Tech with a BS in Civil Engineering. We pride ourselves in doing class A job at a competitive price. We provide the following services. Asphalt Paving, Concrete Construction, Demolition,Excavation, Grading, Site Preparation. Materials Delivery (Asphalt Millings, Crush Concrete, Gravel, Fill Dirt, Topsoil) Sod installation.


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GTH Enterprises
Located In:
5.00(
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GTH Enterprises
Located In:
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
165 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"The quality of work was great, and the price was very competitive."

Jon C on March 2025

We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"The quality of work was great, and the price was very competitive."

Jon C on March 2025


inSite Companies
1900 E Belt Blvd
No reviews
inSite Companies
1900 E Belt Blvd
No reviews
16 years of experience

The landscape design specialists at inSite Companies are dedicated to providing superior quality landscaping to sophisticated larger and small residential and commercial clientele in Richmond and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to cater to the needs and desires of our clients while transforming their landscapes and their properties into works of art. The Richmond Landscaping services that we offer include Landscape Design, Renovation (Home & Property), Consultation, Construction, Site Work, Landscape, Hardscape, and Water Features.

The landscape design specialists at inSite Companies are dedicated to providing superior quality landscaping to sophisticated larger and small residential and commercial clientele in Richmond and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to cater to the needs and desires of our clients while transforming their landscapes and their properties into works of art. The Richmond Landscaping services that we offer include Landscape Design, Renovation (Home & Property), Consultation, Construction, Site Work, Landscape, Hardscape, and Water Features.


Reid's Landscaping
26722 Ridge Rd
No reviews
Reid's Landscaping
26722 Ridge Rd
No reviews
15 years of experience

We are a company that has been in business for just over five years, we have 4 full time employees that have been with us for most of those 5 years and we employ them throughout the year.we do offer landscape maintenance contracts that are broken up to 12 monthly installments or you can pay as you go. When it comes to billing all bills are due within 30 days of being sent out.

We are a company that has been in business for just over five years, we have 4 full time employees that have been with us for most of those 5 years and we employ them throughout the year.we do offer landscape maintenance contracts that are broken up to 12 monthly installments or you can pay as you go. When it comes to billing all bills are due within 30 days of being sent out.


Custom Pools and Landscapes of Richmond
12594 Patterson Avebue
No reviews
Custom Pools and Landscapes of Richmond
12594 Patterson Avebue
No reviews
17 years of experience

Custom Pools and Landscapes of Richmond, Inc. is one of Central Virginia`s premier full service outdoor contractors. We work closely with our clients to provide creative landscapes that reflect their unique style and tastes. Custom Pools and Landscapes of Richmond can capture and create incredible beauty and splendor for any and every landscape imaginable.

Custom Pools and Landscapes of Richmond, Inc. is one of Central Virginia`s premier full service outdoor contractors. We work closely with our clients to provide creative landscapes that reflect their unique style and tastes. Custom Pools and Landscapes of Richmond can capture and create incredible beauty and splendor for any and every landscape imaginable.


Virginia Outdoor Living
805 Blue Hills Dr
1.00(
1
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Virginia Outdoor Living
805 Blue Hills Dr
1.00(
1
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14 years of experience

My name is Charles Whilden and I am the owner of Virginia Outdoor Living. I personally check on every job we do everday! I have been doing this for a LONG time and it is my reputation at stake, every job we do is a job that I am proud to say we did!

My name is Charles Whilden and I am the owner of Virginia Outdoor Living. I personally check on every job we do everday! I have been doing this for a LONG time and it is my reputation at stake, every job we do is a job that I am proud to say we did!


D&S excavation
32 Cardinal Drive
No reviews
D&S excavation
32 Cardinal Drive
No reviews
2 years of experience

we do all dirt work construction, water drainage, erosion control, retaining walls, land clearing, grading and much more

we do all dirt work construction, water drainage, erosion control, retaining walls, land clearing, grading and much more

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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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