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Northwestern Property Maintenance, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Allentown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Josh at Northwestern was very reliable and installed my block retaining wall and related landscaping including stone top soil plants shrubs resulting in a quality finished product. And the best part is that there was no resulting damage to my driveway and lawn when using the mini-excavator because Josh took the necessary precautions. I am very pleased. I highly recommend Northwestern!"
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care
Lawn Care

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MTG Contracting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Allentown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"It was a great experience. Very professional, the work was done quickly, and they did exactly what I needed done. Fast and easy process, and they took care of everything."
Firepit
Loose Fill/Gravel
Block Retaining Wall w/ Steps & Landing Masonr
Masonry Project - Before
Completed Projects

+23

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
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Improved Earth, LLC
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Serving Allentown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Rick and his co-worker filled and graded around a 24x40 pole building. They did excellent work. They are friendly and above all want their customer to be satisfied. I was very pleased with the finished product and would highly recommend them."
Response time3 days
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Cano Services
5.0(
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Serving Allentown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Cano Services 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.

Junk removal 1
Concrete hauling
Response time6 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TrenchEx Contractors LLC
New to Angi

Serving Allentown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a reliable local excavation & demolition company providing high-quality excavation, demolition, drainage solutions, site preparation, and material services across Bucks County, Pennsylvania and Hunterdon County, New Jersey.\n\n\n\n\nOur Services Include:\nExcavation & Demolition\nSite Clearing & Land Clearing\nRough & Finish Grading\nYard & Foundation Drainage\nGravel Driveway Repair & Installing (parking pads too)\nMaterial Delivery (stone, topsoil, gravel, fill dirt, sand, rip rap & more)\nMaterial Removal & Hauling\nTree & Stump Removal \nStorm Emergency Services & Debris Clearing\n\n\n\n

Parking Pad
Gravel Parking Pad
Gravel Parking Pad
Fill Dirt Delivery
Fill Dirt Delivery

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Allentown, PA

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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