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Naborly Contracting LLC
4.9(
18
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Serving Auburn, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Sam to fix a major problem with my 3 acre lake . He called me and after we met and discussed the issue he came out to my property and worked on it for multiple days . Even after some setbacks that came with this tricky job he never gave up and completed the work better than I was expecting. He was committed and dedicated to making this project successful. I will be hiring him again and highly recommend him to anyone who wants the job done right !"
Finished Walkway
Finished siding of Deck
100% Done. Floating docks set.
Floor system in Progress
Floor system in progress Part 2..

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Response time1 day
Response rate85%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rhino Outdoor Services
5.0(
6
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Serving Auburn, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The guys cleared a large tract of land for me opening up roads and green fields on some hunting property. They were very responsive and did great work. Property was night and day different when they were done. Before I could barely get a vehicle around the property. Now I can get my truck down the roads with room to spare. Very happy overall with work done."
Response time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Green Clearing & Grading
5.0(
1
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Serving Auburn, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: Quick response

Family business that has being farming and doing dirt work for years. We can take an over grown peice of property and can clear it and plant your pastures. Build you a pond or even build your driveways an house/barn pad and build a fence to keep all your animals in or anything unwanted out. We even have the equipment to maintain the property for you if wanted.We will do it all small or big.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Auburn, AL

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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