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Premier Earthworks LLC

328 West Walnut Street
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Premier Earthworks LLC

328 West Walnut Street
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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.

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.


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Hibbert and Pipher Excavating

240 Carnwright Lane
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Hibbert and Pipher Excavating

240 Carnwright Lane
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18 years of experience

We are a small local business located in Canton, Pa. We offer a full line of excavating services.

We are a small local business located in Canton, Pa. We offer a full line of excavating services.


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Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc

6960 Fowler St
5.00(
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Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc

6960 Fowler St
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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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.


DreamScapes Landscaping

123456
3.50(
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DreamScapes Landscaping

123456
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Locally owned and operated

Locally owned and operated


Bobcatt Solutions LLC

12901 Gearhart Road
5.00(
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Bobcatt Solutions LLC

12901 Gearhart Road
5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Bobcatt Solutions LLC is a multi generation family operated business.

Bobcatt Solutions LLC is a multi generation family operated business.


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BJOE LLC

595 Industrial Park Rd
4.94(
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BJOE LLC

595 Industrial Park Rd
4.94(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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In 2005, Brian J. Owens founded a small excavating company. First contracting with local Clearfield builders, the company has grown over the years and expanded. We are currently serving central Pennsylvania in Centre, Clearfield, Jefferson, Blair, and Huntington Counties. We offer a wide range of excavating services including, demolitions, snow control, septic services, and much more.

"Wonderfully done work from very stand up guys. The crew is personable and works quickly. Everything that was needed was done and comes at a good cost. We are very happy with the results and would recommend anyone needing any excavation work to go with Brian. All piping looks great, and they did a lot of work in the time that they were here."

Florence W on September 2021

In 2005, Brian J. Owens founded a small excavating company. First contracting with local Clearfield builders, the company has grown over the years and expanded. We are currently serving central Pennsylvania in Centre, Clearfield, Jefferson, Blair, and Huntington Counties. We offer a wide range of excavating services including, demolitions, snow control, septic services, and much more.

"Wonderfully done work from very stand up guys. The crew is personable and works quickly. Everything that was needed was done and comes at a good cost. We are very happy with the results and would recommend anyone needing any excavation work to go with Brian. All piping looks great, and they did a lot of work in the time that they were here."

Florence W on September 2021


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Haldeman's Construction

6250 Rock Hill Rd
4.59(
17
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Haldeman's Construction

6250 Rock Hill Rd
4.59(
17
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Customers say: Terrific value
17 years of experience

For many years I was a sub-contractor for a siding installation company. Over the years I began acquiring small jobs from relationships built during that time. I recently decided to venture out on my own and launched Haldeman’s Construction. Free estimates, licensed, insured, Over 17 years experience. Member of these reputable organizations are Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce, Chambersburg Downtown Buy Local, Franklin County Landlord Association. Certifications & Licensing: Pennsylvania Attorney General Licensing, EPA Lead Paint Certification, Mic Starr Insurance.

"They were very professional, cleaned up after their work, and we are very happy with the outcome of the jobs that they did. The team does quality work and we would highly recommend them."

David B on September 2018

For many years I was a sub-contractor for a siding installation company. Over the years I began acquiring small jobs from relationships built during that time. I recently decided to venture out on my own and launched Haldeman’s Construction. Free estimates, licensed, insured, Over 17 years experience. Member of these reputable organizations are Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce, Chambersburg Downtown Buy Local, Franklin County Landlord Association. Certifications & Licensing: Pennsylvania Attorney General Licensing, EPA Lead Paint Certification, Mic Starr Insurance.

"They were very professional, cleaned up after their work, and we are very happy with the outcome of the jobs that they did. The team does quality work and we would highly recommend them."

David B on September 2018


BLACK MOUNTAIN, INC.

212 State St
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BLACK MOUNTAIN, INC.

212 State St
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33 years of experience

Black Mountain, Inc. has been serving Southwestern Pennylvania in the construction industry for over 20 years. We work best between a rock and a hard place!

Black Mountain, Inc. has been serving Southwestern Pennylvania in the construction industry for over 20 years. We work best between a rock and a hard place!


Robinson Contracting and Landscaping Services llc

4819 Milan Road
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Robinson Contracting and Landscaping Services llc

4819 Milan Road
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27 years of experience

Robinson Contracting and Landscaping, located at 4819 Milan Road, Milan Pa. was established in 1998 and has been providing quality landscaping and contracting services ever since.

Robinson Contracting and Landscaping, located at 4819 Milan Road, Milan Pa. was established in 1998 and has been providing quality landscaping and contracting services ever since.


Thunder valley Excavating, Inc.

245 Fords Hill Road
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Thunder valley Excavating, Inc.

245 Fords Hill Road
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Athens, 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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