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Avatar for ROC Construction LLC
ROC Construction LLC
4.5(
63
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Serving Ashland, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Justin Morris of ROC Construction was very knowledgable, nice and considerate. He did an excellent job not just installing the driveway but also keeping us informed about when he'd be coming by. Both my husband and I are very satisfied with the work done."
Response time10 hrs
133 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Montpelier Grading Services, LLC
4.3(
38
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Serving Ashland, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John and his team are amazing! Gave us a great price, was very communicative, very nice guy with amazing service. They gutted our unground pool and graded our yard in 3days! He even did extra work for us we didn't even ask for!!! Would recommend to anyone!"
Building Pad
Excavation
Landscaping
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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DJ Ware Enterprises, LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Ashland, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very smooth. DJ discussed and updated the plan with me efficiently and the whole project was completed in less than a week. If not for the rain, could be faster. Definitely considering working agin with DJ in the future."
Driveway install
Lot clearing
Curb and creek job
Retention pond
Driveway install

+22

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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O Johnson Enterprises llc
5.0(
4
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Serving Ashland, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Work done was done in a timely manner . Done as agreed upon . Very Professional results , Great individual to talk to , listens and has the property owners satisfaction , at high degree. Fortunate to have had him recommended to me ."
Demolition
Demolition
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing

+2

35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for A W MASONRY  & RESTORATION
A W MASONRY & RESTORATION
4.7(
139
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Serving Ashland, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot rave enough about AW Masonry! The owner, Alan, is the best! His work is top notch! Alan and his workers are extremely professional, efficient, and friendly. I highly recommend AW Masonry & Restoration!"
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+15

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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BossHogg Industries
4.9(
54
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Serving Ashland, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"BossHogg Industries demolished an 1850's 3-story, 3000+ sq. ft. house (w/basement & 2 tall chimney's) and 7 other outbuildings that were beyond repair; also filled in a well. We were impressed with owner, John Kahl, right from the start; he was very responsive, professional and knowledgeable. He took care of required permits and clearly explained how he would take down the buildings, clean up/remove debris, bring in necessary soil for grading and leave the demo areas in good condition. AND we were NOT disappointed! OUTSTANDING job by John, Amber and Cliff, working together so efficiently and completing the job on time and within budget. Given the amount of debris, we were AMAZED at how clean everything was left. These buildings held many memories for us, but because this team was so pleasant, considerate and took care of everything, the entire experience was less emotional for us! We would highly recommend this company to anyone needing their services, and we were very proud to support this veteran-owned company!"
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+64

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Underground Services First
4.9(
50
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Serving Ashland, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Underground Services First. They did a great job, and they found a couple of other plumbing issues in our house that weren't found initially, and fixed them for free. They were good at explaining what needed to be done and how they were going to do it in layman's terms. They were very thorough and made sure everything was functioning, not leaky, and clean before they left. It was easy to schedule an estimate and it was easy to get on their project calendar. Everyone was kind, responsive, and professional."
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+13

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Shadowcast Farm Forestry Mulching & Agri-Improvement
Shadowcast Farm Forestry Mulching & Agri-Improvement
4.6(
16
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Serving Ashland, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed our driveway filled in and resealed, along with a tree removed from our yard. They were so professional and efficient. The pricing was great and there was awesome communication. We LOVE the work they did and will definitely be contacting them in the future for more services."
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+36

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Ashland, 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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