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Building site preparation and clearing pros in South Yarmouth

Bretten S. Johnson Tree & Landscape
PO Box 292
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Bretten S. Johnson Tree & Landscape
PO Box 292
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
13 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 7 years experience in the landscaping industry, Bretten S. Johnson Tree & Landscape is your industry expert in Hariwch, Massachusetts and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"If you are looking for a tree removal company that combines skill, professionalism, and integrity, we highly recommend BSJ Tree Service. We hired them to remove 16 trees from our property including full stump removal. From the first contact they were responsive, professional and knowledgeable, they provided thoughtful advice about which trees should be removed or pruned and which ones were safe or worth keeping. The crew worked efficiently and the clean up was thorough- no unwanted debris left behind. They exceeded our expectations."

Mark M on April 2025

With over 7 years experience in the landscaping industry, Bretten S. Johnson Tree & Landscape is your industry expert in Hariwch, Massachusetts and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"If you are looking for a tree removal company that combines skill, professionalism, and integrity, we highly recommend BSJ Tree Service. We hired them to remove 16 trees from our property including full stump removal. From the first contact they were responsive, professional and knowledgeable, they provided thoughtful advice about which trees should be removed or pruned and which ones were safe or worth keeping. The crew worked efficiently and the clean up was thorough- no unwanted debris left behind. They exceeded our expectations."

Mark M on April 2025


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JPL Excavation
PO Box 167
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
JPL Excavation
PO Box 167
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
87 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

With over 10 years of experience in the excavating industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of excavating projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give JPL Excavation a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Jack and crew went beyond expectations. As a long time contractor, I’m impressed with their commitment to project. I spent the day watching them, Their skills are very obvious. Clearly enjoy what they do. It shows."

Bill G on April 2025

With over 10 years of experience in the excavating industry, we are the service professionals you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all types of excavating projects. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give JPL Excavation a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"Jack and crew went beyond expectations. As a long time contractor, I’m impressed with their commitment to project. I spent the day watching them, Their skills are very obvious. Clearly enjoy what they do. It shows."

Bill G on April 2025


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Coastal Paving
PO Box 392
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Coastal Paving
PO Box 392
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

With 35 years of experience, we take great pride in our 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 the start to the 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.

"This company is awesome! I called them on Thursday, sent a deposit on Friday. They started the job on Tuesday and were done on Thursday. They had to rip up a circular driveway and put in a new one and a walkway. The did a fantastic job. I have 2 neighbors that are going to call them to do work for them! I called another paving company and they never returned my call. Coastal is as good as it gets!"

Steven S on August 2022

With 35 years of experience, we take great pride in our 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 the start to the 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.

"This company is awesome! I called them on Thursday, sent a deposit on Friday. They started the job on Tuesday and were done on Thursday. They had to rip up a circular driveway and put in a new one and a walkway. The did a fantastic job. I have 2 neighbors that are going to call them to do work for them! I called another paving company and they never returned my call. Coastal is as good as it gets!"

Steven S on August 2022


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Land Worx
50 Johnson Drive
4.08(
6
)
Approved Pro
Land Worx
50 Johnson Drive
4.08(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
70 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

At Land Worx, we are here for all of your landscaping needs. We specialize in residential landscaping and lawn care services. Locally owned and operated, we're known in the area for our prompt service and attention to detail. Be sure to give us a call today!

"Great work. Would hire again."

Gregory R on March 2025

At Land Worx, we are here for all of your landscaping needs. We specialize in residential landscaping and lawn care services. Locally owned and operated, we're known in the area for our prompt service and attention to detail. Be sure to give us a call today!

"Great work. Would hire again."

Gregory R on March 2025


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JTC Contractors
1 Buttercup Lane
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
JTC Contractors
1 Buttercup Lane
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Generations of building new homes installing utilities and commercial buildings! Either building from start to finish or for all of your excavation needs from foundations, licensed title 5 septic installation, lot clearing, sewer connections and much more. Find out if you can switch your home to town sewer today and let us hook you into the town line and never worry about pumping or septic maintenance or costly failures ever again!! Give us a call 7743536401

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Alex Y on September 2018

Generations of building new homes installing utilities and commercial buildings! Either building from start to finish or for all of your excavation needs from foundations, licensed title 5 septic installation, lot clearing, sewer connections and much more. Find out if you can switch your home to town sewer today and let us hook you into the town line and never worry about pumping or septic maintenance or costly failures ever again!! Give us a call 7743536401

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Alex Y on September 2018


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GTF & Sons Construction
761 Old Barnstable Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
GTF & Sons Construction
761 Old Barnstable Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
317 local quotes requested

GTF & Sons Construction - Your Trusted Home Improvement Experts in Barnstable. From small repairs to major renovations, our skilled team is here to bring your vision to life. With our attention to detail and commitment to quality, we deliver exceptional results that exceed expectations. Contact us today for all your home improvement needs.

"They did a good work and very communicative. They are a good company and know what they are doing."

Mathew A on February 2023

GTF & Sons Construction - Your Trusted Home Improvement Experts in Barnstable. From small repairs to major renovations, our skilled team is here to bring your vision to life. With our attention to detail and commitment to quality, we deliver exceptional results that exceed expectations. Contact us today for all your home improvement needs.

"They did a good work and very communicative. They are a good company and know what they are doing."

Mathew A on February 2023


JOYCE LANDSCAPING
68 FLINT ST
4.50(
16
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JOYCE LANDSCAPING
68 FLINT ST
4.50(
16
)
Customers say: Super punctual
31 years of experience

Full service residential & commercial landscape company offering custom design and all facets of landscape construction and maintenance services throughout Cape Cod and Southeastern Massachusetts. We continually strive to exceed the expectations of every customer in the delivery of our product and services. We are an award winning organization offering year-round services from our team at The Joyce Companies (Joyce Landscaping, Always Green of Cape Cod & Grassroots Irrigation). We offer a single source solution for comprehensive design, installation and property maintenance, as well as the highest quality and value for your investment. We provide the power of one service provider for complete landscaping, property maintenance & concierge services. Beautiful Properties Begin Here...

Full service residential & commercial landscape company offering custom design and all facets of landscape construction and maintenance services throughout Cape Cod and Southeastern Massachusetts. We continually strive to exceed the expectations of every customer in the delivery of our product and services. We are an award winning organization offering year-round services from our team at The Joyce Companies (Joyce Landscaping, Always Green of Cape Cod & Grassroots Irrigation). We offer a single source solution for comprehensive design, installation and property maintenance, as well as the highest quality and value for your investment. We provide the power of one service provider for complete landscaping, property maintenance & concierge services. Beautiful Properties Begin Here...


Apex Landscaping LLC
124 Depot Road West
5.00(
4
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Apex Landscaping LLC
124 Depot Road West
5.00(
4
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Apex Landscaping LLC one call we do it all. Mowing, cleanups, irrigation, lighting, Fertilization (organic or with pesticides), Hardscaping. Over 20 years servicing Cape Cod. Fully licensed and insured. We can bring the best quality on any budget.

"My family owns Cape Sand and Recycling in Brewster and Dennis. They also have other large residential properties. Apex is the only company we use now for irrigation, fertilization and general maintenance issues. We had several other landscapers that never did as good a job as Apex Landscaping. Alex Booth is a hard working professional that knows his stuff. I recommend him highly."

Meg M on December 2023

Apex Landscaping LLC one call we do it all. Mowing, cleanups, irrigation, lighting, Fertilization (organic or with pesticides), Hardscaping. Over 20 years servicing Cape Cod. Fully licensed and insured. We can bring the best quality on any budget.

"My family owns Cape Sand and Recycling in Brewster and Dennis. They also have other large residential properties. Apex is the only company we use now for irrigation, fertilization and general maintenance issues. We had several other landscapers that never did as good a job as Apex Landscaping. Alex Booth is a hard working professional that knows his stuff. I recommend him highly."

Meg M on December 2023


Seaway Services
627 Ferry St
2.54(
26
)
Seaway Services
627 Ferry St
2.54(
26
)
45 years of experience

Cash accepted.

Cash accepted.


Barnstable Excavation
300 Phinneys Ln
No reviews
Barnstable Excavation
300 Phinneys Ln
No reviews
4 years of experience

Tree and stump Removal, Utility Trench work, Lawn grading and installation, driveway installation, Retaining wall maintenance and installation, french drains & dry-wells, Excavation projects

Tree and stump Removal, Utility Trench work, Lawn grading and installation, driveway installation, Retaining wall maintenance and installation, french drains & dry-wells, Excavation projects

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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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