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Avatar for Lampkin Outdoor Services LLC

Lampkin Outdoor Services LLC

741 Koko Loop
5.00(
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Lampkin Outdoor Services LLC

741 Koko Loop
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your construction needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Timely and great price"

Tim M on November 2023

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your construction needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Timely and great price"

Tim M on November 2023

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Highland Hills Land Management

1517 Cottleville Pkwy, Suite 106L
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Highland Hills Land Management

1517 Cottleville Pkwy, Suite 106L
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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With years of experience in the excavation industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or piece of property. We handle all of your excavation and land management needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Highland Hills Land Management a call today, we look forward to working with you!

With years of experience in the excavation industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or piece of property. We handle all of your excavation and land management needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Highland Hills Land Management a call today, we look forward to working with you!

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JGW Demo & Excavation

643 Colebrook Dr
5.00(
3
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JGW Demo & Excavation

643 Colebrook Dr
5.00(
3
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

JGW Demo & Excavation, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. Please give us a call for all of your land management needs. Serious inquiries only.

"Jack is a great communicator. Kept me updated throughout the process. His attention to detail was amazing, he finished the project and left a clean work site when complete. I will definitely hire him again."

Ashley M on September 2024

JGW Demo & Excavation, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. Please give us a call for all of your land management needs. Serious inquiries only.

"Jack is a great communicator. Kept me updated throughout the process. His attention to detail was amazing, he finished the project and left a clean work site when complete. I will definitely hire him again."

Ashley M on September 2024

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Bullseye Contracting, LLC

8877 Tipton Drive
5.00(
24
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Bullseye Contracting, LLC

8877 Tipton Drive
5.00(
24
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

We take great pride our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our review from satisfied clients. Give us a call today so we can answer all of your questions. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Bill with Bulleye is a man that keeps his word, does what he said he would do and sticks to his price. In the construction business which I have been in for 44 years it's what we call a keeper. I have some of my subcontractors that work for me for 30-40 years because they are honest and keep their word, which is rare these days..."

ALBERT B on April 2024

We take great pride our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our review from satisfied clients. Give us a call today so we can answer all of your questions. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Bill with Bulleye is a man that keeps his word, does what he said he would do and sticks to his price. In the construction business which I have been in for 44 years it's what we call a keeper. I have some of my subcontractors that work for me for 30-40 years because they are honest and keep their word, which is rare these days..."

ALBERT B on April 2024

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Bri-Co Construction, LLC

11 Fox Drive
4.63(
12
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Bri-Co Construction, LLC

11 Fox Drive
4.63(
12
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
15 local quotes requested
51 years of experience

With over 40 years of experience in the home and home improvement industry, Bri-Co Construction LLC is your trusted partner for all your residential and commercial needs. We treat every project with the same care and attention as if it were our own. Contact us today - we're excited to work with you!

"After being paid in full They refuse to provide me a lien waver. "

Tim G on September 2025

With over 40 years of experience in the home and home improvement industry, Bri-Co Construction LLC is your trusted partner for all your residential and commercial needs. We treat every project with the same care and attention as if it were our own. Contact us today - we're excited to work with you!

"After being paid in full They refuse to provide me a lien waver. "

Tim G on September 2025

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M. Turpin Services, LLC

PO Box 321
4.00(
2
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M. Turpin Services, LLC

PO Box 321
4.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

M. Turpin Services, LLC, is the premier excavation and demolition contractor in Wright City. Our dedication to quality customer service and professionalism, will leave you more than satisfied. Call us today!

"Communication wasn t that great but he kept his word and met my deadline"

Becky J on February 2020

M. Turpin Services, LLC, is the premier excavation and demolition contractor in Wright City. Our dedication to quality customer service and professionalism, will leave you more than satisfied. Call us today!

"Communication wasn t that great but he kept his word and met my deadline"

Becky J on February 2020

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Power 2 Construction & Remodeling

10148 Buckeye Rd
4.72(
29
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Power 2 Construction & Remodeling

10148 Buckeye Rd
4.72(
29
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
418 local quotes requested

Transform your home with Power 2 Construction & Remodeling. Our expert team in St. Louis specializes in remodeling and excavating, delivering top-notch service and exceptional results. Contact us today to bring your home projects to life.

"We have been completely satisfied and impressed with the planning and subsequent work provided by Power 2 Construction! They truly listened to every question, concern, and vision I had for our project. They were polite and conscientious throughout, the subcontractors they hired for the project above par. We never felt uneasy with anyone that entered our home. The end result is absolutely gorgeous and exceeded my own expectations! We will be pursuing a second phase to our project and look forward to working with Power 2 Construction through completion!"

Tammy B on May 2025

Transform your home with Power 2 Construction & Remodeling. Our expert team in St. Louis specializes in remodeling and excavating, delivering top-notch service and exceptional results. Contact us today to bring your home projects to life.

"We have been completely satisfied and impressed with the planning and subsequent work provided by Power 2 Construction! They truly listened to every question, concern, and vision I had for our project. They were polite and conscientious throughout, the subcontractors they hired for the project above par. We never felt uneasy with anyone that entered our home. The end result is absolutely gorgeous and exceeded my own expectations! We will be pursuing a second phase to our project and look forward to working with Power 2 Construction through completion!"

Tammy B on May 2025

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Probst Co.

67 Foster Hope Lane
5.00(
3
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Probst Co.

67 Foster Hope Lane
5.00(
3
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

I do general skid steer work. Gravel driveway repair, move dirt, pile of trees, trash, metal, parking lots, and gravel.

"Everything went really well!! Louis was very easy to work with, very accommodating and willing to make sure that the work done is what I expected and was satisfied with. I’ve got more work to get done and I’m looking forward to working with him again!"

Mike S on October 2024

I do general skid steer work. Gravel driveway repair, move dirt, pile of trees, trash, metal, parking lots, and gravel.

"Everything went really well!! Louis was very easy to work with, very accommodating and willing to make sure that the work done is what I expected and was satisfied with. I’ve got more work to get done and I’m looking forward to working with him again!"

Mike S on October 2024

G.E.K. Contractors, LLC

1484 Klahs Lane
No reviews yet

G.E.K. Contractors, LLC

1484 Klahs Lane
No reviews yet
39 years of experience

G.E.K. Contractors LLC employees are dedicated concrete professionals. Proficient in all types and techniques of concrete. We are family owned and operated since 1986. Our billing procedures are 30% at onset and balance upon completion.

G.E.K. Contractors LLC employees are dedicated concrete professionals. Proficient in all types and techniques of concrete. We are family owned and operated since 1986. Our billing procedures are 30% at onset and balance upon completion.

HENDEL LAWNCARE INC

PO BOX 3864
4.25(
12
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HENDEL LAWNCARE INC

PO BOX 3864
4.25(
12
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a small family owned business that has been around for 30 years. Depending of the time of year we have up 25 employees. For our complete lawncare customers we bill monthly for services.

We are a small family owned business that has been around for 30 years. Depending of the time of year we have up 25 employees. For our complete lawncare customers we bill monthly for services.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Ballwin, MO

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.

The Ballwin, MO homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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