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Avatar for Crawford Excavation Services, LLC
Crawford Excavation Services, LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Abilene, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jake was excellent. We hired Crawford Excavation to dig a 1-acre pond and prepare our house pad. They always went the extra mile to make sure the job was done above expectations."
North Pond
North Pond
North Pond
North Pond
North Pond

+95

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Western Heritage Construction, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Abilene, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This Pro was asked to build a driveway on a piece of bare land we purchased! Needless to say it was EXCELLENT work. Branden is reliable. He shows us on time and gets the job done. His attention to detail is evident. Branden constructed my driveway as it was his own. I will be hiring Branden again for future projects. Thank you for a job well done! "
Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MICHAEL'S WELDING SERVICE LLC
5.0(
24
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Serving Abilene, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had them build me a big carport, 28â X 45â . Itâ s big. It looks great next to my house. Michael and his crew did a great job. Iâ m completely satisfied and would recommend them to anyone looking for a carport."
On the job
on the job
on the job
on the job
on the job

+10

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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D7 Construction
5.0(
4
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Serving Abilene, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"It was very good, they did an excellent job and I am very impressed the way they performed the job, after the job is done they came back to the area, reworked the area on their own, very dependable, reliable and I will recommend them again."
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+10

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landers Ranch Services
5.0(
7
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Serving Abilene, TX and surrounding areas

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Customers say: Quick response

At Landers Ranch Services, we are a reputable excavation company located in Grimes County, TX. Serving the surrounding areas, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch services to meet all our clients' excavation needs. With our skilled team and state-of-the-art equipment, we ensure efficient and reliable results for every project.

Bulkhead
Bulkhead
Bulkhead
Land clearing
Land clearing

+10

26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Dirty Work Construction
5.0(
1
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Serving Abilene, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Dirty Work Construction is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!\n?\n\n\nDirty Work Construction 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.

Dails swimming pond
Dails swimming pond
Dails swimming pond
Dails swimming pond
Dails swimming pond

+13

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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K6 Services, LLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Abilene, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cody did an excellent job completing our lot repairs in a timely manner. His communication was clear and consistent throughout the process. He was kind, professional, and a pleasure to work with. We will definitely use him again and highly recommend his services!"
Washout Repair
Washout Repair
Pothole Repair
Entrance
Washout repair

+20

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Strube Land Services LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Abilene, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Kristopher Strube/ Owner/Operator is very easy to work with. He operates in a very professional manner. He is hard working and very well mannered. I was very pleased and pleasantly surprised with all the work that was accomplished in the short time he had his equipment operating on our ranch. Kristopher went above and beyond for us. He was very efficient and stayed within the budget that was originally established. I highly recommend Kristopher Strube and his employees at Strube Land Services for any brush, tree, clearing, road work, or any land improvement needs. Thanks again Strube Land Servicesâ ¦ You guys are awesome!!!"
Grubbing and rake.
Washout
Entrance
Washout
Entrance

+1

Response time8 hrs
Response rate85%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Abilene, TX

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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