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Building site preparation and clearing pros in Raeford

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Cabrera's
404 E. Balfour Avenue
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Cabrera's
404 E. Balfour Avenue
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9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Cabrera’s, is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 2 years of experience serving Asheboro, NC and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Cabrera’s, is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 2 years of experience serving Asheboro, NC and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!


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ACME Contracting Services, Inc.
1328 Livingston Chapel Rd
4.80(
5
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Approved Pro
ACME Contracting Services, Inc.
1328 Livingston Chapel Rd
4.80(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 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.

"I very much appreciated Davidâ s willingness to work with me on timing of the project and even had to change our plans when Hurricane Ian made its way through NC."

Karen M on October 2022

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.

"I very much appreciated Davidâ s willingness to work with me on timing of the project and even had to change our plans when Hurricane Ian made its way through NC."

Karen M on October 2022


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South River Land Services
475 Peter Cromartie Road
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
South River Land Services
475 Peter Cromartie Road
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
28 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

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're 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.

"I had a major issue with water drainage on my property, so I contacted Dillon at South River. He was the consummate professional. He arrived at my property punctually and gave me a very thorough, free estimate. The estimated cost was quite reasonable so I contracted him for the job. The result was exactly what wanted. I was very pleased. I would definitely recommend Dillon, at South River Land Services, for any of your excavation or land needs."

David W on March 2025

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're 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.

"I had a major issue with water drainage on my property, so I contacted Dillon at South River. He was the consummate professional. He arrived at my property punctually and gave me a very thorough, free estimate. The estimated cost was quite reasonable so I contracted him for the job. The result was exactly what wanted. I was very pleased. I would definitely recommend Dillon, at South River Land Services, for any of your excavation or land needs."

David W on March 2025


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Watson's Ground Works
970 McKay Dr
5.00(
4
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Watson's Ground Works
970 McKay Dr
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"We hired WGW to clear and grade the area for our above ground pool. They were thorough and efficient, with fair pricing. "

Sara L on March 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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"We hired WGW to clear and grade the area for our above ground pool. They were thorough and efficient, with fair pricing. "

Sara L on March 2025


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Chipmunk Transportation LLC
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Chipmunk Transportation LLC
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218 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Family owned business with over 4 years experience handling - Excavating - demolition - lot clearing - haul gravel, dirt, mulch -

Family owned business with over 4 years experience handling - Excavating - demolition - lot clearing - haul gravel, dirt, mulch -


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Carolina Pinewood LLC
McGill Road
5.00(
12
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Carolina Pinewood LLC
McGill Road
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
124 local quotes requested

Carolina Pinewood LLC specializes in large land management and landscaping projects. We are owner operated, focused on detail and dedicated to our customers. We are Veteran Owned and Operated and focused on Quality. Please call us or click for an estimate today! For soil, stone, and mulch deliveries the minimum amount we are able to deliver is 17 tons. We do not offer smaller residential deliveries.

"Felipe was extremely professional, gave multiple options for clearing an acre of land. Highly recommended to anyone, and we will be using Carolina Pinewood for our future excavations projects."

Mitchell V on November 2024

Carolina Pinewood LLC specializes in large land management and landscaping projects. We are owner operated, focused on detail and dedicated to our customers. We are Veteran Owned and Operated and focused on Quality. Please call us or click for an estimate today! For soil, stone, and mulch deliveries the minimum amount we are able to deliver is 17 tons. We do not offer smaller residential deliveries.

"Felipe was extremely professional, gave multiple options for clearing an acre of land. Highly recommended to anyone, and we will be using Carolina Pinewood for our future excavations projects."

Mitchell V on November 2024


HOKE SEPTIC TANK SVC
2517 N DUFFIE RD
4.00(
6
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HOKE SEPTIC TANK SVC
2517 N DUFFIE RD
4.00(
6
)
Customers say: Terrific value

Call Mr Fixit
3302 Liverpool Drive
4.33(
161
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Call Mr Fixit
3302 Liverpool Drive
4.33(
161
)
Customers say: Quality work
46 years of experience

All services performed by Call Mr Fixit LLC.

All services performed by Call Mr Fixit LLC.


D C CARTER SEPTIC TANK SVC
708 MAYFLOWER CT
4.33(
12
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D C CARTER SEPTIC TANK SVC
708 MAYFLOWER CT
4.33(
12
)
Customers say: Terrific value
35 years of experience

Family owned business, Second thru Fourth Generations, Weekend and After Hour Service available

"always great job , really nice guys.. very repective"

mary n on March 2020

Family owned business, Second thru Fourth Generations, Weekend and After Hour Service available

"always great job , really nice guys.. very repective"

mary n on March 2020


Haire Plumbing & Mechanical Co
367 Winslow St.
4.56(
144
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Haire Plumbing & Mechanical Co
367 Winslow St.
4.56(
144
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Customers say: Quality work
78 years of experience

It is the mission of Haire Plumbing & Mechanical Co. to provide our customers with a quality job, using quality products in a time frame that meets their needs.Haire Plumbing Co. was founded in 1947 by H.R. Haire, Sr. During the 1950s and early 1960s Haire Plumbing Co.'s main focus was plumbing service, new residential construction projects, and small commercial projects.

"The company had the 1st available appointment--and there may be a reason why. The quality of the work rates as a 4.5. The service technician did good work, but failed to install the trim pieces onto the dishwasher. After the installation, the service tech came in with the bill and attempted to charge me for 1 hour and 15 minutes (rate is $110/hour). The problem is, he was only here for **50 minutes** working. Then, 13 minutes was spent typing his paperwork up on his handheld. When I asked him about the labor charge and disputed the $27.50 overcharge in labor, he simply stated the total again. When I said I will need to contact the company, he changed the charge to an hour. After I paid, he left without saying thank you--easily overlooked, but worth noting. When I called the office to speak with a manager about the attempted overcharge, I was met with a negative attitude from the receptionist (who thought she might be able to resolve the issue). I was then transferred to the supervisor/dispatcher (I asked for originally), who did not care about my concern and had a despicable attitude for a supervisor--interruptive, dismissive, and failure to listen to the primary concern. Technical service is EXTREMELY important, but quality and RESPECTFUL customer service is what keeps a customer coming back. This company will not get a call from me in the future... I simply don't deserve disrespect nor deception. (BTW, in the end, the labor charge would've been more than anyone else, had I allowed the overcharge--since I prevented that from happening, the labor ended up being $14 less than the 2 other companies who quoted me). 8:37pm arrival, work finished at 9:27am."

Anthony M on April 2020

It is the mission of Haire Plumbing & Mechanical Co. to provide our customers with a quality job, using quality products in a time frame that meets their needs.Haire Plumbing Co. was founded in 1947 by H.R. Haire, Sr. During the 1950s and early 1960s Haire Plumbing Co.'s main focus was plumbing service, new residential construction projects, and small commercial projects.

"The company had the 1st available appointment--and there may be a reason why. The quality of the work rates as a 4.5. The service technician did good work, but failed to install the trim pieces onto the dishwasher. After the installation, the service tech came in with the bill and attempted to charge me for 1 hour and 15 minutes (rate is $110/hour). The problem is, he was only here for **50 minutes** working. Then, 13 minutes was spent typing his paperwork up on his handheld. When I asked him about the labor charge and disputed the $27.50 overcharge in labor, he simply stated the total again. When I said I will need to contact the company, he changed the charge to an hour. After I paid, he left without saying thank you--easily overlooked, but worth noting. When I called the office to speak with a manager about the attempted overcharge, I was met with a negative attitude from the receptionist (who thought she might be able to resolve the issue). I was then transferred to the supervisor/dispatcher (I asked for originally), who did not care about my concern and had a despicable attitude for a supervisor--interruptive, dismissive, and failure to listen to the primary concern. Technical service is EXTREMELY important, but quality and RESPECTFUL customer service is what keeps a customer coming back. This company will not get a call from me in the future... I simply don't deserve disrespect nor deception. (BTW, in the end, the labor charge would've been more than anyone else, had I allowed the overcharge--since I prevented that from happening, the labor ended up being $14 less than the 2 other companies who quoted me). 8:37pm arrival, work finished at 9:27am."

Anthony M on April 2020

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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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