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Avatar for Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions
Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Ashburn, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Premium Drainage and Erosion Solutions LLC for building a paver patio in my backyard and burying the downspout. Adrian and his crew did an amazing job. They are thorough professionals and deserve the 5 stars."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Superior Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Ashburn, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Troy and his team did a phenomenal job of building exterior French drains to redirect water away from my home. I have tried various methods over the years and nothing worked until now! My basement is completely dry and the yard looks great. They installed a beautiful paver patio as well. I highly recommend Troy and his team."
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True French Drain
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Staci
4.8(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Ashburn, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went beautifully as expected. (Adam had unstopped our clogged drain the week prior.) We happily agreed to have our kitchen drain system hydro-jetted to cleanse it entirely. Though the drain had cleared to allow water to run freely, residue within the pipes meant the clog would return in a matter of months. (And this indeed has been our experience in recent years. Thrilled to have 33 year old pipes thoroughly cleaned. Adam is professional, clear in what he’s doing and why, excellent at immediately assessing and then remedying the problem. I cannot recommend him highly enough.."
$50 off Any Plumbing Service - Mention this post when scheduling (703)388-6529
Sewer Replacement  - Call to schedule your estimate
Clogged toilet. Clogged remove - Root intrusion found
Descaling old cast iron pipe with Sewer lining. Call today and ask about Trench-less Technologies
Clogged bathroom sink. Call and ask about snaking. 
Call The Pipe Doctor Plumbing & Drain today to schedule.

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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Picture Perfect Home Improvements LLC
4.2(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Ashburn, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our project with picture perfect went just fine. We agreed on all the designs and color options after they provided the quote and we signed. The work went fine with the crew and getting the bathroom gutted to start the remodel. All the finish work looks great as well and they have been awesome to work with."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Tillerman Gardens LLC
4.2(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Ashburn, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great! Jesse got back to me promptly following my inquiry, came over and prepared a quote, and scheduled the project on very short notice. The quality of the work is excellent and we were very pleased with the entire process."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Willard Environmental Group Inc
4.9(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Ashburn, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am a Realtor and have been in the business full time for 20 years. I know how difficult it is to find good contractors. Willard Environmental is a family owned and run business and they could not have been more professional. They were fast, thorough, and responsive! I highly recommend them for your property needs."
UST Removal
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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My Plumbing Heroes
5.0(
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Ashburn, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My Plumbing Heroes did an excellent job clearing out a clogged drain and fixing the problems that were causing recurrent clogs. Their staff responded quickly and were highly knowledgable. Would recommend and will hire in the future."
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UV-LIGHT INSTALLATION WELL WATER NOKESVILLE

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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Ashburn, VA

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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