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D&M Services
222 Shaffer Ave
5.00(
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Approved Pro
D&M Services
222 Shaffer Ave
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
5 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 recently hired D&M Tree Service to remove a large oak tree that fell across my yard. From start to finish, the entire process was seamless and professional. Daniel provided a fair and honest estimate the same day I called, and his team arrived promptly on the scheduled day. Despite the snow and cold temperatures on February 15th, they were efficient and worked quickly, removing the tree and cleaning up all the debris. They even went the extra mile and disposed of patio furniture that was damaged by the tree. I was very impressed with their professionalism, attention to detail, and overall work ethic. I highly recommend D&M Tree Service for any tree removal needs in DuBois."

Edward N on February 2025

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 recently hired D&M Tree Service to remove a large oak tree that fell across my yard. From start to finish, the entire process was seamless and professional. Daniel provided a fair and honest estimate the same day I called, and his team arrived promptly on the scheduled day. Despite the snow and cold temperatures on February 15th, they were efficient and worked quickly, removing the tree and cleaning up all the debris. They even went the extra mile and disposed of patio furniture that was damaged by the tree. I was very impressed with their professionalism, attention to detail, and overall work ethic. I highly recommend D&M Tree Service for any tree removal needs in DuBois."

Edward N on February 2025


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Beegle's Excavating & Land Management - Home Facebook
153 Belgian Lane
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Beegle's Excavating & Land Management - Home Facebook
153 Belgian Lane
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Beegle's Excavating and Land Management, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated.

"Quick, on time, quality work."

Bruce P on July 2021

Beegle's Excavating and Land Management, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated.

"Quick, on time, quality work."

Bruce P on July 2021


Dirtworks by Johnston, LLC
609 Pilgrims Way
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Dirtworks by Johnston, LLC
609 Pilgrims Way
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

Dirtworks by Johnston, LLC is your local excavation and demolition contractor in Blair, Centre and surrounding counties. Our vision at DirtWorks, is to provide our clients with total satisfaction and superior quality on each project. It is our desire that the first project we complete for you, makes you a lifelong customer. We want to be the company you tell others about! Check out our website at www.dirtworksbyjohnston.com to see pictures and videos of some of the projects we completed.

"They were very professional and got to my brush hogging job right away. They responded very quickly and did a fantastic job. Highly recommended."

Elizabeth H on July 2021

Dirtworks by Johnston, LLC is your local excavation and demolition contractor in Blair, Centre and surrounding counties. Our vision at DirtWorks, is to provide our clients with total satisfaction and superior quality on each project. It is our desire that the first project we complete for you, makes you a lifelong customer. We want to be the company you tell others about! Check out our website at www.dirtworksbyjohnston.com to see pictures and videos of some of the projects we completed.

"They were very professional and got to my brush hogging job right away. They responded very quickly and did a fantastic job. Highly recommended."

Elizabeth H on July 2021


Marsh Crick Land Management
855 Rapp Rd.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Marsh Crick Land Management
855 Rapp Rd.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Marsh Crick Land Management 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.

"Fast and efficient, he does a good job."

Alan W on July 2023

Marsh Crick Land Management 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.

"Fast and efficient, he does a good job."

Alan W on July 2023


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TCK land services LLC
6241 Orrstown Rd
5.00(
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TCK land services LLC
6241 Orrstown Rd
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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. Call us today!

"Good people skills, easy to work with, professional workmanship."

Dan M on February 2025

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. Call us today!

"Good people skills, easy to work with, professional workmanship."

Dan M on February 2025


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Land and Lumber
5.00(
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Land and Lumber
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
80 local quotes requested

Specializing in rural property development and land management We’re here to help whether you're breaking ground on your very first home or managing a large spread of land. From clearing and grading to site prep and infrastructure, we bring the right tools, the right experience, and a whole lot of care to every project. We help you make the most of your land, with precision, integrity, and the kind of personalized service you only get from a family-run business. Let’s build something great—together.

"James was an amazing professional, he worked 10 hour days and delivered everything he promised. Already sent him a friend referral and will recommend to anyone."

Jay T on April 2025

Specializing in rural property development and land management We’re here to help whether you're breaking ground on your very first home or managing a large spread of land. From clearing and grading to site prep and infrastructure, we bring the right tools, the right experience, and a whole lot of care to every project. We help you make the most of your land, with precision, integrity, and the kind of personalized service you only get from a family-run business. Let’s build something great—together.

"James was an amazing professional, he worked 10 hour days and delivered everything he promised. Already sent him a friend referral and will recommend to anyone."

Jay T on April 2025


Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc
6960 Fowler St
4.45(
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Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc
6960 Fowler St
4.45(
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Customers say: Quality work
22 years of experience

Rock-A-Fellas Contracting is dedicated to providing quality product at affordable prices. Rock-A-Fellas Contracting Company is a subchapter S corporation and is fully licensed and insured. Attention to detail is our trademark. The end product is exceptional in quality while still being affordable. Rock-A-Fellas Contracting can service all of your home improvement needs - inside and out. From renovating your kitchen or refinishing your basement to installing new fences, entry doors or windows. We speccialize in site preparation. Our customized foundations provide the needed stable and secure base for your structure. They are visually more appealing than traditional cinderblocks as well as more economical than cement pads.

Rock-A-Fellas Contracting is dedicated to providing quality product at affordable prices. Rock-A-Fellas Contracting Company is a subchapter S corporation and is fully licensed and insured. Attention to detail is our trademark. The end product is exceptional in quality while still being affordable. Rock-A-Fellas Contracting can service all of your home improvement needs - inside and out. From renovating your kitchen or refinishing your basement to installing new fences, entry doors or windows. We speccialize in site preparation. Our customized foundations provide the needed stable and secure base for your structure. They are visually more appealing than traditional cinderblocks as well as more economical than cement pads.


M&E PROPERTY MAINTENANCE AND DESIGN
Post Box 94
No reviews
M&E PROPERTY MAINTENANCE AND DESIGN
Post Box 94
No reviews

Rineholt's Landscaping
18193 Rineholts Ln
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Rineholt's Landscaping
18193 Rineholts Ln
3.00(
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18 years of experience

Rineholt's Landscaping was started in April of 2007. We are based out of York, PA. Rineholt's Landscaping offers a wide range of services and equipment in order to better meet the needs of our local communities. We serve Adams, Bedford, Blair, Centre, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Mifflin, Perry, & York Counties in Pennsylvania & Northern parts of Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford, Washington,(Oakwood & Conewingo Areas only in Northwest Cecil County ) in Maryland. Rineholt's Landscaping does Commercial & Residential work. We recently added an office in Huntingdon, Pa in November, 2008. On our behalf as Rineholt’s Landscaping, it is our goal to be able to provide quality services to not just general contractors, but also to many local businesses & individuals. We do FREE ESTIMATES & IS FULLY INSURED. Rineholt’s Landscaping helping our customers eliminate the search for multiple contractors by offering heavy equipment, materials and labor all in one company. You may reach us by email or calling us. York, Pa. (717) 654 - 0733 Huntingdon, Pa (814) 251 - 3739 rineholts_landscaping@yahoo.com Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor Registration Number: PA021873

Rineholt's Landscaping was started in April of 2007. We are based out of York, PA. Rineholt's Landscaping offers a wide range of services and equipment in order to better meet the needs of our local communities. We serve Adams, Bedford, Blair, Centre, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Mifflin, Perry, & York Counties in Pennsylvania & Northern parts of Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford, Washington,(Oakwood & Conewingo Areas only in Northwest Cecil County ) in Maryland. Rineholt's Landscaping does Commercial & Residential work. We recently added an office in Huntingdon, Pa in November, 2008. On our behalf as Rineholt’s Landscaping, it is our goal to be able to provide quality services to not just general contractors, but also to many local businesses & individuals. We do FREE ESTIMATES & IS FULLY INSURED. Rineholt’s Landscaping helping our customers eliminate the search for multiple contractors by offering heavy equipment, materials and labor all in one company. You may reach us by email or calling us. York, Pa. (717) 654 - 0733 Huntingdon, Pa (814) 251 - 3739 rineholts_landscaping@yahoo.com Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor Registration Number: PA021873


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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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