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Avatar for Cahaba Services, LLC
Cahaba Services, LLC
4.9(
178
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The communication was excellent and I was advised of what was going on. The men performing the work were careful of the property and very knowledgeable and skilled in the tools and machines they used. Excellent Job !!"
Alabaster 7
Alabaster 6
Alabaster 5
Alabaster 4
Alabaster 3

+26

Response time2 days
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Liquid Foundation Repairs, LLC
4.9(
13
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Liquid Foundation Repairs installed a perimeter French drain system for my yard after I had been experiencing drainage issues around the back and side of the house. Itâ s a locally owned business, and Troy was very helpful and easy to work with throughout the entire process. The system drains water exceptionally well and was installed quickly and efficiently."
Liquid Foundation Repairs
Gutter's and Drainage
Finished Drainage Instalation
Finished Gutter Drainage Instalation/ Repair
Interior Repair System

+8

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pipp&Sons Excavating
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did a great job with fence installation, manual and automatic gate installation. Much appreciated."
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
New pond build

+29

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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JURADOS INTERIOR/EXTERIOR LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work was done on time and it was really nice to have the room completed. Workers worked everyday and some evenings to have it done"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Frontier Land Development
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cameron did a fabulous job clearing our heavily overgrown pastures. He was polite, professional and very respectful of our property. I highly recommend him."
Residential Landscaping
Residential Landscaping
Residential Landscaping
Residential Landscaping
Residential Landscaping

+15

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C & K Dirt Works
4.6(
21
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The job was done professionally, friendly and NO complaints on my end. Well worth time, material and fee. GREAT People and service"
Fixed a driveway
Fixed a driveway
Fixed a driveway
Fixed a driveway
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
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LBC Design & Construction, LLC
4.9(
7
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Jason Pruett is an excellent communicator. His team worked very hard and got the work done in a timely manner . Looks great"
Response time4 days
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Drain Cleaning & Septic Services
4.6(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Birmingham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Repaired my septic tank - great price and professional work. Highly recommend !!!"
Header line repair
Septic Tank Project
Header line repair
Septic Tank Project
Header line repair

+24

Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Birmingham, 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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