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Avatar for R.A.M. Contracting, Inc.
R.A.M. Contracting, Inc.
72 Riverside Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
R.A.M. Contracting, Inc.
72 Riverside Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.

"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."

Vivian Z on July 2018

Better Business Bureau Accredited firm with an A+ Rating. 2017 Connecticut Better Business Bureau Marketplace Excellence Awards NOMINEE for SUPERIOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. Established in 1998, R.A.M. Contracting, Inc. is Robertson Michaud company specializing in Custom Projects. We are based in Connecticut and are one of the most highly regarded companies for our craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer service. Fully licensed, insured and bondable. We service Federal, Industrial, Commercial and Select Residential clientele. Registered with the United States Government Systems for Award Management (SAMS), State of Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Vermont Office Of Professional Regulation. We are an Environmental Protection Agency Lead Safe Certified Firm. Please provide details about your project in the Homeowner Description. Leads without any description will not be accepted. For more information please call us at 860-413-2263. We are available 7 days a week.

"Very responsive, clear and professional. Gave me information I needed and then some."

Vivian Z on July 2018


Avatar for Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc.
Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc.
1 Nutmeg Valley Raod
4.50(
4
)
Approved Pro
Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc.
1 Nutmeg Valley Raod
4.50(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
70 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc. We are a family owned General Building Contractors serving the Greater Waterbury Connecticut area since 1955. Our service includes all kinds of remodeling, renovations, and services work of residential, commercial and industrial properties. We are fully insured and certified. Our quick and responsive service and our dedicated personnel are ready to serve your needs with complete satisfaction. Visit our website for more information on what we can do to improve or fix your home or business! http://www.tgianni.com

"My review of the work I have had done by Thomas Gianni & Sons Inc.. They really did a great job of working on my property. I call their office and asked to get some excavation of removing a couple of tree stumps in my yard and to put down approx. 20 yds. of gravel in an area near my shed. It was just about three or four days and they call me back to confirm to come out the next day, June 22. Their employee came by early in the morning and went over all the project. Figured out what equipment he needed and measured up for the materials and started the work about an hour later. He was very cautious and caring about minimal damaging to the yard. After removing the stumps he graded the surrounding area with the machine to the point where I only needed to rake it out to plant new grass. The gravel was put down flat and clean; not a mess. I would definitely hire them again."

Paul T on June 2020

Welcome to Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc. We are a family owned General Building Contractors serving the Greater Waterbury Connecticut area since 1955. Our service includes all kinds of remodeling, renovations, and services work of residential, commercial and industrial properties. We are fully insured and certified. Our quick and responsive service and our dedicated personnel are ready to serve your needs with complete satisfaction. Visit our website for more information on what we can do to improve or fix your home or business! http://www.tgianni.com

"My review of the work I have had done by Thomas Gianni & Sons Inc.. They really did a great job of working on my property. I call their office and asked to get some excavation of removing a couple of tree stumps in my yard and to put down approx. 20 yds. of gravel in an area near my shed. It was just about three or four days and they call me back to confirm to come out the next day, June 22. Their employee came by early in the morning and went over all the project. Figured out what equipment he needed and measured up for the materials and started the work about an hour later. He was very cautious and caring about minimal damaging to the yard. After removing the stumps he graded the surrounding area with the machine to the point where I only needed to rake it out to plant new grass. The gravel was put down flat and clean; not a mess. I would definitely hire them again."

Paul T on June 2020


Avatar for N & G Landscaping
N & G Landscaping
82 Woodbridge Avenue
4.60(
105
)
Approved Pro
N & G Landscaping
82 Woodbridge Avenue
4.60(
105
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 local quotes requested

N G Landscaping is a full service landscaping company, responsible, fast, effective landscaping that produces fantastic results. Our specialties include landscaping installation, regular lawn maintenance, spring and fall clean up, trimming of bushes, seeding and fertilization, mulch installation. Trust us to plan for the Seasons for your lawn. We don't do one-time service for lawn/grass care or snow removal. Call today for a free quote! You can also send us an email at nglandscaping13@gmail.com.

"Good communication"

arun j on September 2024

N G Landscaping is a full service landscaping company, responsible, fast, effective landscaping that produces fantastic results. Our specialties include landscaping installation, regular lawn maintenance, spring and fall clean up, trimming of bushes, seeding and fertilization, mulch installation. Trust us to plan for the Seasons for your lawn. We don't do one-time service for lawn/grass care or snow removal. Call today for a free quote! You can also send us an email at nglandscaping13@gmail.com.

"Good communication"

arun j on September 2024


Avatar for Wintergreen Construction LLC
Wintergreen Construction LLC
68 Freestone Ave Unit 2
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Wintergreen Construction LLC
68 Freestone Ave Unit 2
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
34 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We are 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.

"I hired Chris to do a several things around the house which included: installing a new bottom floor for a bathroom drawer, railings going down to our basement, a handle going into our garage, and assemble a bathroom chair. Chris was very professional, neat, precise, and has a strong work ethic. His work was flawless and was done in a timely manner. When he came to do an initial estimate, he was very knowledgeable and knew exactly what products to purchase to get everything done. He is the best contractor I have ever had! I will definitely be hiring him again for future projects!"

Mary M on April 2025

We are 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.

"I hired Chris to do a several things around the house which included: installing a new bottom floor for a bathroom drawer, railings going down to our basement, a handle going into our garage, and assemble a bathroom chair. Chris was very professional, neat, precise, and has a strong work ethic. His work was flawless and was done in a timely manner. When he came to do an initial estimate, he was very knowledgeable and knew exactly what products to purchase to get everything done. He is the best contractor I have ever had! I will definitely be hiring him again for future projects!"

Mary M on April 2025


PROCRETE CONSTRUCTION
203 S STONE ST
No reviews
PROCRETE CONSTRUCTION
203 S STONE ST
No reviews
36 years of experience

Concrete and excavation contracting company established in 1989. Serving Hartford county and surrounding area's.

Concrete and excavation contracting company established in 1989. Serving Hartford county and surrounding area's.


A Kreta & Son Tree & Stump Removal
75 Val Dr
4.97(
36
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A Kreta & Son Tree & Stump Removal
75 Val Dr
4.97(
36
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated tree company located in Stratford, CT and serve all of Fairfield County. With over 30 years of experience our crew is highly skilled in the field of tree removal and are comfortable doing any job placed in front of us.With a certified arborist on staff we are able to offer cabling/bracing and trimming services. We also specialize in the most advanced removals and have all the equipment to do the job safe and efficiently. But our biggest focus is making you the customers happy with the end result of the job, and we strive to do so.

"Excellent job. Very good communications. We had to reschedule the date due to rain. Not a problem. A. Kreta arrived on time. Very professional crew. Very clean and careful. I would not hesitate to recommend and hire again. Thanks Andrew and crew!"

Bill P on May 2021

We are a family owned and operated tree company located in Stratford, CT and serve all of Fairfield County. With over 30 years of experience our crew is highly skilled in the field of tree removal and are comfortable doing any job placed in front of us.With a certified arborist on staff we are able to offer cabling/bracing and trimming services. We also specialize in the most advanced removals and have all the equipment to do the job safe and efficiently. But our biggest focus is making you the customers happy with the end result of the job, and we strive to do so.

"Excellent job. Very good communications. We had to reschedule the date due to rain. Not a problem. A. Kreta arrived on time. Very professional crew. Very clean and careful. I would not hesitate to recommend and hire again. Thanks Andrew and crew!"

Bill P on May 2021


A-1 Quality Rooter
240 Fairway Dr
5.00(
1
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A-1 Quality Rooter
240 Fairway Dr
5.00(
1
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Additional phone - (860) 346-4155.

Additional phone - (860) 346-4155.


connecticut landscape & construction,llc
116 Ayers Road
No reviews
connecticut landscape & construction,llc
116 Ayers Road
No reviews
25 years of experience

we are a company that take great pride in all our designs and insallation of work we provide our customers and go above and beyond all installation requirments from manufacturers to insure our customers are recriveing the best quality possible

we are a company that take great pride in all our designs and insallation of work we provide our customers and go above and beyond all installation requirments from manufacturers to insure our customers are recriveing the best quality possible


Seaview Custom Homes LLC
308 Pettipaug Rd
4.49(
100
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Seaview Custom Homes LLC
308 Pettipaug Rd
4.49(
100
)
Customers say: Quality work
45 years of experience

Quality roofing, siding and general contracting at competitive prices. At Seaview Custom Homes, LLC, we offer a wide range of renovation services designed to enhance your property. From installing wood and vinyl siding to all-new decks and patios, we do it all. Additionally, we offer convenient roofing services for home and business owners throughout the state. Residential & Commercial. 24 hour emergency services. Serving the shoreline since 1980. Licensed and Insured (CT License #609268). All work guaranteed. Additional phone number - (860) 857-7600. Additional DBA - Seaview Home Improvement LLC, Seaview Home and Roofing, Seaview Roofing. Award winning. Alternate Phone: (860) 399-8306

"It went very smooth and they showed up ahead schedule and finished on time."

John N on August 2019

Quality roofing, siding and general contracting at competitive prices. At Seaview Custom Homes, LLC, we offer a wide range of renovation services designed to enhance your property. From installing wood and vinyl siding to all-new decks and patios, we do it all. Additionally, we offer convenient roofing services for home and business owners throughout the state. Residential & Commercial. 24 hour emergency services. Serving the shoreline since 1980. Licensed and Insured (CT License #609268). All work guaranteed. Additional phone number - (860) 857-7600. Additional DBA - Seaview Home Improvement LLC, Seaview Home and Roofing, Seaview Roofing. Award winning. Alternate Phone: (860) 399-8306

"It went very smooth and they showed up ahead schedule and finished on time."

John N on August 2019


T and G Services
6 Root Ave.
No reviews
T and G Services
6 Root Ave.
No reviews
13 years of experience

we are a small company just starting out... we have 6 employees with a total of 40yrs experience in all that we do.

we are a small company just starting out... we have 6 employees with a total of 40yrs experience in all that we do.

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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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