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DZ's Contracting LLC

PO Box 221
4.40(
25
)
Approved Pro

DZ's Contracting LLC

PO Box 221
4.40(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
73 local quotes requested
38 years of experience

25% Discount on equipment time during COVID-19. I am a seasoned excavator local to Howard County and have 35 years experience. I serviced a prominent builder, Corner Stone Homes, from 2003 to 2016 and you can can reference Brandon Boy Owner 443-794-7392. We provide many services including clearing sites, installing roads, digging basements, installing driveways, drain tile, bio retention, rain gardens, level spreaders, dry wells, fine grading, seed, and sediment controls. Site clean up, street cleaning, lawn mowing and landscape maintenance. We also snow plow and power wash. 24-7 emergency service. Soul owner David Zile. I was disabled in 2016 from a medical procedure. Through extensive physical therapy its 2019 I am back and strong as ever. Averaged 25 homes per year.

"Dave did a great job. He leveled front yard and then put a layer of top soil and spread grass seed. He even returned to seed a few small patches that did not take. He is quick and does great work. I'll hire him again. His pric was fair and reasonable "

Sxott F on October 2025

25% Discount on equipment time during COVID-19. I am a seasoned excavator local to Howard County and have 35 years experience. I serviced a prominent builder, Corner Stone Homes, from 2003 to 2016 and you can can reference Brandon Boy Owner 443-794-7392. We provide many services including clearing sites, installing roads, digging basements, installing driveways, drain tile, bio retention, rain gardens, level spreaders, dry wells, fine grading, seed, and sediment controls. Site clean up, street cleaning, lawn mowing and landscape maintenance. We also snow plow and power wash. 24-7 emergency service. Soul owner David Zile. I was disabled in 2016 from a medical procedure. Through extensive physical therapy its 2019 I am back and strong as ever. Averaged 25 homes per year.

"Dave did a great job. He leveled front yard and then put a layer of top soil and spread grass seed. He even returned to seed a few small patches that did not take. He is quick and does great work. I'll hire him again. His pric was fair and reasonable "

Sxott F on October 2025


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GP Rentals & Contractors

Located In:
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro

GP Rentals & Contractors

Located In:
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
74 local quotes requested

Our company strives to work with residential homeowners, real estate developers, general contractors and small companies to do any excavation/foundation work. We also offer rentals for local companies. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent customer service. Top notch quality service. We will definitely be using again for all our construction needs"

Vikki D on November 2024

Our company strives to work with residential homeowners, real estate developers, general contractors and small companies to do any excavation/foundation work. We also offer rentals for local companies. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent customer service. Top notch quality service. We will definitely be using again for all our construction needs"

Vikki D on November 2024


M² BUILDING AND DESIGN

7407 Albemarle Dr
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M² BUILDING AND DESIGN

7407 Albemarle Dr
No reviews yet
Free onsite estimate

MASTER BUILDER, FINISH CARPENTER

MASTER BUILDER, FINISH CARPENTER


Tysons Service Corp

3168 B Spring St
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Tysons Service Corp

3168 B Spring St
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Emergency services offered

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Chamberlin-Washington Inc.

6482 Sligo Mill Rd
5.00(
12
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Chamberlin-Washington Inc.

6482 Sligo Mill Rd
5.00(
12
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

CHAMBERLIN-WASHINGTON INC., Your CAULKING & WATERPROOFING SPECIALISTS. Serving you since 1898, Chamberlin-Washington Inc. has grown into an established company, Accredited with BBB (Better Business Bureau), Licensed, Bonded, and Insured. Our Mission is: To provided high quality services and complete satisfaction to our valued customers and business partners.

CHAMBERLIN-WASHINGTON INC., Your CAULKING & WATERPROOFING SPECIALISTS. Serving you since 1898, Chamberlin-Washington Inc. has grown into an established company, Accredited with BBB (Better Business Bureau), Licensed, Bonded, and Insured. Our Mission is: To provided high quality services and complete satisfaction to our valued customers and business partners.


N & S Rentals / Ace Hardware

19600 FREDERICK RD
5.00(
5
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N & S Rentals / Ace Hardware

19600 FREDERICK RD
5.00(
5
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We were established in 1961, and still to this day, a locally owned and family operated small business. We are conveniently located eighteen miles north of Washington, D.C. and twenty-five miles west of Baltimore, Maryland. When looking to get a job completed, it is not the piece of rental equipment you are really looking for, it is the completion of the project with ease and within budget. Our staff of highly trained sales personnel comes from a vast array of industries. From heavy highway construction to bathroom remodels to counter-top designers. We have worked hand in hand with some of the largest Construction companies in the world to helping a homeowner with a small around the home project. Our highly trained counter sales personnel have a combined average of 150 year’s experience in the industry that you can depend on to get your job done right, providing you with high quality equipment and supplies at a reasonable cost to you. Get the job done right, on time and within budget the first time by going with N & S Rentals.

We were established in 1961, and still to this day, a locally owned and family operated small business. We are conveniently located eighteen miles north of Washington, D.C. and twenty-five miles west of Baltimore, Maryland. When looking to get a job completed, it is not the piece of rental equipment you are really looking for, it is the completion of the project with ease and within budget. Our staff of highly trained sales personnel comes from a vast array of industries. From heavy highway construction to bathroom remodels to counter-top designers. We have worked hand in hand with some of the largest Construction companies in the world to helping a homeowner with a small around the home project. Our highly trained counter sales personnel have a combined average of 150 year’s experience in the industry that you can depend on to get your job done right, providing you with high quality equipment and supplies at a reasonable cost to you. Get the job done right, on time and within budget the first time by going with N & S Rentals.


Graham Landscape & Design

8617 Fenway Rd
4.60(
5
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Graham Landscape & Design

8617 Fenway Rd
4.60(
5
)
Customers say: Quality work
37 years of experience

This company is currently NOT accepting new clients. We have been in business in Bethesda for twenty five years. We have only two employees, and each has been with me for more than twenty years. As the owner, I am at every job, and we never use subcontractors, ever, except for electrical outlet installations.

This company is currently NOT accepting new clients. We have been in business in Bethesda for twenty five years. We have only two employees, and each has been with me for more than twenty years. As the owner, I am at every job, and we never use subcontractors, ever, except for electrical outlet installations.


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Creative Concrete Corp

2323 Stewart Ave
4.89(
44
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Creative Concrete Corp

2323 Stewart Ave
4.89(
44
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

Welcome to Creative Concrete, the Affordable Alternative. We've been helping homeowners, builders, architects, and property managers add value to their properties with decorative concrete since 1994! Creative Concrete can give you the look and feel of granite, stone, brick or slate, all created with durable long lasting concrete. There are significant advantages to stamp concrete over traditional materials. Unlike traditional materials, with decorative concrete, you need not worry about matching the color of a split brick or cracked fieldstone. Creative Concrete projects always look their best, season to season, year after year. Owner involved. Quality employees. Cost is determined by the job.

"Walker and his crew could not have done a better job. The previous homeowner had added a concrete patio which unfortunately slopes towards the sunroom which was resulting in water damage. We got several quotes as it was a major project to remove the existing patio and add a drainage system. Walker and his foreman spent a considerable amount of time obtaining measurements and doing surveys to determine the grading, placement of drains before we even hired them. Walker spent much more time explaining the scope of the project before we even started. From start to finish he and his crew were excellent. They always arrived on time and communicated well if anything needed to be delayed due to weather. Due to the size of the project we had different patterns and color variations. Walker was wonderful during this phase and knew what my wife was trying for to achieve. Walker placed an extensive drainage system (all the water is now diverted from around our house to our front yard per our request). Now regardless of how hard it rains all the water goes exactly where it should! We couldn’t be happier with the job Walker did. He transformed an eyesore (concrete patio, crumbling asphalt, and a source of anxiety) into an oasis in our backyard. In total we had a new patio, retaining wall, rebuilt a bowing brick wall onto our basement stairwell, wrought iron fence, driveway, and extensive drainage system. Wonderful to work with and would hire without hesitation."

Matt b on November 2020

Welcome to Creative Concrete, the Affordable Alternative. We've been helping homeowners, builders, architects, and property managers add value to their properties with decorative concrete since 1994! Creative Concrete can give you the look and feel of granite, stone, brick or slate, all created with durable long lasting concrete. There are significant advantages to stamp concrete over traditional materials. Unlike traditional materials, with decorative concrete, you need not worry about matching the color of a split brick or cracked fieldstone. Creative Concrete projects always look their best, season to season, year after year. Owner involved. Quality employees. Cost is determined by the job.

"Walker and his crew could not have done a better job. The previous homeowner had added a concrete patio which unfortunately slopes towards the sunroom which was resulting in water damage. We got several quotes as it was a major project to remove the existing patio and add a drainage system. Walker and his foreman spent a considerable amount of time obtaining measurements and doing surveys to determine the grading, placement of drains before we even hired them. Walker spent much more time explaining the scope of the project before we even started. From start to finish he and his crew were excellent. They always arrived on time and communicated well if anything needed to be delayed due to weather. Due to the size of the project we had different patterns and color variations. Walker was wonderful during this phase and knew what my wife was trying for to achieve. Walker placed an extensive drainage system (all the water is now diverted from around our house to our front yard per our request). Now regardless of how hard it rains all the water goes exactly where it should! We couldn’t be happier with the job Walker did. He transformed an eyesore (concrete patio, crumbling asphalt, and a source of anxiety) into an oasis in our backyard. In total we had a new patio, retaining wall, rebuilt a bowing brick wall onto our basement stairwell, wrought iron fence, driveway, and extensive drainage system. Wonderful to work with and would hire without hesitation."

Matt b on November 2020


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Bay Area Excavation, LLC

917 Long Point Rd
No reviews yet

Bay Area Excavation, LLC

917 Long Point Rd
No reviews yet
2 years of experience

Bay Area Excavation, LLC is an Excavation and Demolition company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in grading, hauling, and importing the material you need for your project. In addition, we have experience in demolition of single standing structures of all sizes. We're insured for commercial projects as well. Please feel free to reach out to us, we're eager to provide you a competitive quote.

Bay Area Excavation, LLC is an Excavation and Demolition company with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in grading, hauling, and importing the material you need for your project. In addition, we have experience in demolition of single standing structures of all sizes. We're insured for commercial projects as well. Please feel free to reach out to us, we're eager to provide you a competitive quote.


Magnum Mango Excavation and Construction

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Magnum Mango Excavation and Construction

No reviews yet
Emergency services offered

Good day, We at Magnum Excavation concentrate on any excavation needs wether that be driveways, sewer and water mains (install or repair) comercial or residential, pool construction, trenches, concrete slabs, and any excavation need, our team is happy to come up with a competitive price and stand behind our work and product 100% of the time. Our staff has over 15 years of experience in major projects like town homes and city buildings to minor residential areas like in your back yard.

Good day, We at Magnum Excavation concentrate on any excavation needs wether that be driveways, sewer and water mains (install or repair) comercial or residential, pool construction, trenches, concrete slabs, and any excavation need, our team is happy to come up with a competitive price and stand behind our work and product 100% of the time. Our staff has over 15 years of experience in major projects like town homes and city buildings to minor residential areas like in your back yard.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Bethesda, MD

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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