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JDSP Enterprises
5.0(
31
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired JDSP (Jared Dillingham) to build a fence for us. He did an excellent job! He came up with a great design based on our conversations. The estimate was within our budget. The work was completed on time. He and his co-worker are polite and consulted us during the construction. The quality of the work is excellent!"
Front Deck
Second floor rear deck
Third floor deck
Stair treads
Deck board replacement

+34

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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ZR landscaping and Grading
4.8(
99
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: Super punctual

"My experience was this: The crew was on site when they said they would be; they were professional and hard working; supervisors and crew were conscientious about making sure the work was done properly; the project was completed on schedule."
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+68

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ricky Cook Excavating Co INC
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend this excavating company! They were professional, dependable, and did an excellent job from start to finish. They communicated clearly, showed up when promised, and made sure everything was completed properly. The finished work looks great, and they left the property clean and organized. I would definitely use them again!"
Adam Complex
Adam Complex
Adam Complex
Demo
Demo

+1

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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Cobblestone Enterprises, LLC
4.8(
34
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I would give Grayson 7 stars if I could. Unlike many contractors I have tried to work with, he has been unfailingly responsive, highly professional and skilled, communicative, friendly, and eager to get a job done well. He shows up on time and makes sure everything is done right on the job site. He is obviously experienced and a creative thinker. With some creative thinking he helped solve a difficult septic placement issue on a difficult piece of land while digging test pits for a new home. I will ask for him first for any future digging or grading jobs."
Beautiful Hardwood Mulch
Weekly mowing accounts
Oil Tank Removal
Oil Tank Removal
Oil Tank Removal Finished Product

+52

Response time4 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
W and W Construction
4.1(
37
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Asheville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Refreshingly seamless from Day 1-no fuss, no muss...project started with a construction site safe and cleaned up everyday before leaving and stayed that way daily until project completed on time and on budget...made a couple changes ‘on the fly’ as we were converting a garage to a 4th bedroom with walkin closet and full bath. Have contracted for many successful remodels in the past that were well run, on time, on budget, and contractor lived up to his end of bargain, and this project was no different. I would use and recommend W and W Construction on any size remodel or new construction."
Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Asheville, NC

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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