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Building site preparation and clearing pros in Lakeside

JS Biz LLC
134 Smith St
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JS Biz LLC
134 Smith St
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JS Biz 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.

JS Biz 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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R Rhodes Construction, Inc.
P.O. Box 389
4.90(
5
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R Rhodes Construction, Inc.
P.O. Box 389
4.90(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

At R Rhodes General Engineering 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!

"Ryan has been a pleasure to work with. He provides excellent service and communication. He is a man of his word. His team works hard and does a great job. They clean up every day after they finish and show up when promised. We are extremely pleased with our backyard and driveway. They go above and beyond. We had an emergency water leak of which they not only did the temporary fix, but the final repair to the streets main value. We would recommend RRhodes in a heartbeat."

Melanie T on April 2022

At R Rhodes General Engineering 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!

"Ryan has been a pleasure to work with. He provides excellent service and communication. He is a man of his word. His team works hard and does a great job. They clean up every day after they finish and show up when promised. We are extremely pleased with our backyard and driveway. They go above and beyond. We had an emergency water leak of which they not only did the temporary fix, but the final repair to the streets main value. We would recommend RRhodes in a heartbeat."

Melanie T on April 2022


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Rocky Mountain Construction
306 Stoner Loop, Suite 2
5.00(
13
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Rocky Mountain Construction
306 Stoner Loop, Suite 2
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

Rocky Mountain Construction is a locally owned and operated construction company that specializes in excavation and grading. We handle projects of all sizes, from land clearing, trenching, septic installation, footing excavation and trenching. Contact us today for a free estimate!

"Had them build me a deck in my backyard. Their attention to detail was great. Walk me through their entire process. Make sure I had everything that I wanted and show me the differences would highly recommend them."

John L on April 2025

Rocky Mountain Construction is a locally owned and operated construction company that specializes in excavation and grading. We handle projects of all sizes, from land clearing, trenching, septic installation, footing excavation and trenching. Contact us today for a free estimate!

"Had them build me a deck in my backyard. Their attention to detail was great. Walk me through their entire process. Make sure I had everything that I wanted and show me the differences would highly recommend them."

John L on April 2025


Ulrichsen Land Management
711 Moose Creek Road
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Ulrichsen Land Management
711 Moose Creek Road
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

Small forestry and excavation company out of northwest Montana that is willing to travel to remote areas to get the job done! I am an owner operator who has had years of training and experience in the forestry and dirt work world!

"Eric is one of the nicest guys on the planet as well as a skillful tradesman. He was willing to help us tackle multiple projects at our home as well as at a barn while prepping for our wedding. He is knowledgeable as well as incredibly skillful and gets the job done right. I would recommend Eric as he is willing to share his talents to get whatever you need done. Thank you, Eric!!"

Victoria c on May 2024

Small forestry and excavation company out of northwest Montana that is willing to travel to remote areas to get the job done! I am an owner operator who has had years of training and experience in the forestry and dirt work world!

"Eric is one of the nicest guys on the planet as well as a skillful tradesman. He was willing to help us tackle multiple projects at our home as well as at a barn while prepping for our wedding. He is knowledgeable as well as incredibly skillful and gets the job done right. I would recommend Eric as he is willing to share his talents to get whatever you need done. Thank you, Eric!!"

Victoria c on May 2024


Flathead Excavation
5.00(
2
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Flathead Excavation
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
43 local quotes requested

Flathead Excavation is owner operated providing Excavation services. With over Flathead Excavation years of experience, we provide our clients with the best value for their construction dollar. Our company was founded on the premise that quality construction and attention to detail should be our standard. We are reliable, easy to work with, and dedicated to getting your home back into shape. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

"Everything went as planned and he did a great job"

Amanda B on January 2025

Flathead Excavation is owner operated providing Excavation services. With over Flathead Excavation years of experience, we provide our clients with the best value for their construction dollar. Our company was founded on the premise that quality construction and attention to detail should be our standard. We are reliable, easy to work with, and dedicated to getting your home back into shape. Give us a call or click for an estimate today!

"Everything went as planned and he did a great job"

Amanda B on January 2025


R & R Pump Company
907 Euclid Ave
1.00(
1
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R & R Pump Company
907 Euclid Ave
1.00(
1
)
40 years of experience

We are a very diverse company. Tamer Rask founded the business 30 years ago, now he and his 3 kids run and operate it. R&R Pump is a very uniquely ran company. Every employee strives to satisfy the customer and not just provide him with the best product but the best way to do it also.

We are a very diverse company. Tamer Rask founded the business 30 years ago, now he and his 3 kids run and operate it. R&R Pump is a very uniquely ran company. Every employee strives to satisfy the customer and not just provide him with the best product but the best way to do it also.


Kemp's Construction & Excavation
Unknown
No reviews
Kemp's Construction & Excavation
Unknown
No reviews
42 years of experience

Kemp's Constuction & Excavation provides support and services to individuals, contractors, municipalities and government agencies.

Kemp's Constuction & Excavation provides support and services to individuals, contractors, municipalities and government agencies.


Protech Surface
Servicing Around
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Protech Surface
Servicing Around
No reviews
8 years of experience

At Pro-Tech we treat every project with attention to detail, efficiency, and quality. Our goal is to be as transparent to the customer as we possibly can. From Start to Finish we communicate and update the customer to provide a high level of comfort to every client. We would love the opportunity to serve you!

At Pro-Tech we treat every project with attention to detail, efficiency, and quality. Our goal is to be as transparent to the customer as we possibly can. From Start to Finish we communicate and update the customer to provide a high level of comfort to every client. We would love the opportunity to serve you!


wildlife properties enhancement inc.
Unknown
No reviews
wildlife properties enhancement inc.
Unknown
No reviews
25 years of experience

Property Enhancement & Forestry , Trade & Bartering

Property Enhancement & Forestry , Trade & Bartering


LMN Construction LLC
1956 T St
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LMN Construction LLC
1956 T St
No reviews
13 years of experience

Your Eco Friendly Building Solution

Your Eco Friendly Building Solution

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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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