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Lawn In Order Excavating And Landscape Design
42 Sproat Street
4.40(
10
)
Approved Pro
Lawn In Order Excavating And Landscape Design
42 Sproat Street
4.40(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Since 2003, Lawn In Order Excavating and Landscape Design, has been serving the Middletown area. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"As an update to my previous review last month, I am very unhappy with the work . as a result of a rainy day. I discovered I had the same exact problem (water in the basement ) as I did before I called him.to fix it."

Marci S on April 2024

Since 2003, Lawn In Order Excavating and Landscape Design, has been serving the Middletown area. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"As an update to my previous review last month, I am very unhappy with the work . as a result of a rainy day. I discovered I had the same exact problem (water in the basement ) as I did before I called him.to fix it."

Marci S on April 2024


Paul Louis Excavating Inc
83 Roslyn Ridge Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Paul Louis Excavating Inc
83 Roslyn Ridge Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
36 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Excellent quality work new to the neighborhood to us a lot about how things work different from where we’re used to having city sewer we now have a brand new septic system. We are very happy to work with Paul and his crew."

raheem M on May 2025

is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Excellent quality work new to the neighborhood to us a lot about how things work different from where we’re used to having city sewer we now have a brand new septic system. We are very happy to work with Paul and his crew."

raheem M on May 2025


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Alp's Tree Care
11 Ann Lane
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Alp's Tree Care
11 Ann Lane
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
14 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We absolutely love trees! Everything about a sprawling Silver Maple or a straight and tall Hemlock, we want to be able to help you know exactly what you should do with the trees on your property. Whether it’s a small or big project, we have you covered and will spare no expense in doing the job safely and leave it looking like we were never there. Call or text us for a free estimate today!

"Austin Powell, the owner of Alps Tree Care, was exceptionally responsive and professional throughout the course of the project, being the removal of 10 mature, (partially to fully) diseased ash trees that we situated within striking distance of my house. Austin visited my property the morning after I called him to provide a quote. His price was at the lower end of multiple bids that I had received from a few of his local competitors. I accepted his bid because he patiently explained, with the confidence of an experienced arborist, how he was going to remove the trees without accidentally crushing my house...which was a nightmare scenario which was easily imagined if you viewed the trees that I needed removed. On the first day of the tree removal, Austin and his team, which included his fit as fiddle mother, worked with military precision to simultaneously fell seven of the trees, wood chip the branches that were not going to be cut up for firewood, while cleaning up the debris that accumulated around the house. The downed trees were then chain sawed into logs that were sized in length for firewood. The second day the rest of the trees were taken down and my property was cleaned up in spectacular fashion. On the third day Austin showed up with a team of modern day Paul Bunyans, sharpened axes in hand (and a gas-powered log splitter as backup), who proceeded to split the logs into 4-5 cords of firewood. It was an amazing feat of strength and skill...and great spectator sport. They situated the green wood into two piles, with easy access to my two woodsheds. I will move the firewood to the woodsheds after a few months of outdoor curing. All that said, I would not hesitate to recommended Alps Tree Care."

David S on March 2024

We absolutely love trees! Everything about a sprawling Silver Maple or a straight and tall Hemlock, we want to be able to help you know exactly what you should do with the trees on your property. Whether it’s a small or big project, we have you covered and will spare no expense in doing the job safely and leave it looking like we were never there. Call or text us for a free estimate today!

"Austin Powell, the owner of Alps Tree Care, was exceptionally responsive and professional throughout the course of the project, being the removal of 10 mature, (partially to fully) diseased ash trees that we situated within striking distance of my house. Austin visited my property the morning after I called him to provide a quote. His price was at the lower end of multiple bids that I had received from a few of his local competitors. I accepted his bid because he patiently explained, with the confidence of an experienced arborist, how he was going to remove the trees without accidentally crushing my house...which was a nightmare scenario which was easily imagined if you viewed the trees that I needed removed. On the first day of the tree removal, Austin and his team, which included his fit as fiddle mother, worked with military precision to simultaneously fell seven of the trees, wood chip the branches that were not going to be cut up for firewood, while cleaning up the debris that accumulated around the house. The downed trees were then chain sawed into logs that were sized in length for firewood. The second day the rest of the trees were taken down and my property was cleaned up in spectacular fashion. On the third day Austin showed up with a team of modern day Paul Bunyans, sharpened axes in hand (and a gas-powered log splitter as backup), who proceeded to split the logs into 4-5 cords of firewood. It was an amazing feat of strength and skill...and great spectator sport. They situated the green wood into two piles, with easy access to my two woodsheds. I will move the firewood to the woodsheds after a few months of outdoor curing. All that said, I would not hesitate to recommended Alps Tree Care."

David S on March 2024


Bienskie Excavating & Trucking
185 Glenmere Road
4.90(
65
)
Approved Pro
Bienskie Excavating & Trucking
185 Glenmere Road
4.90(
65
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. Call us today � Bienskie Excavating & Trucking!

"Provided fast service. No drama."

John M on May 2021

We pride our company on reliability, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. Call us today � Bienskie Excavating & Trucking!

"Provided fast service. No drama."

John M on May 2021


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At Ease Excavation
158 Comfort Trail
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
At Ease Excavation
158 Comfort Trail
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
108 local quotes requested

We are a local Excavating Contractor that strives for customer service with a quality outcome. We specialize in: Land Clearing, Land Management (thinning out property), Grading, Drainage of all types, Retaining Walls, most all landscaping projects. We are a Veteran-Owned small business with a small tight-night hard working crew. We work hard to provide quality work that can put your mind at ease.

"The most professional team. They are veteran's and they listen to your needs and take care of the problem . Great work Great work,"

Lou S on January 2024

We are a local Excavating Contractor that strives for customer service with a quality outcome. We specialize in: Land Clearing, Land Management (thinning out property), Grading, Drainage of all types, Retaining Walls, most all landscaping projects. We are a Veteran-Owned small business with a small tight-night hard working crew. We work hard to provide quality work that can put your mind at ease.

"The most professional team. They are veteran's and they listen to your needs and take care of the problem . Great work Great work,"

Lou S on January 2024


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Lilco Construction Inc
13 Sackett Sq
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Lilco Construction Inc
13 Sackett Sq
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1021 local quotes requested

Excavating land clearing old barn removal trenching demo foundation digging retaining walls and complete home renovations.

"Superb. Great contractor. Skilled in all areas of building construction, demolition, heavy equipment operation. Very nice guy. Hard working. Reasonable pricing."

Keith I on December 2023

Excavating land clearing old barn removal trenching demo foundation digging retaining walls and complete home renovations.

"Superb. Great contractor. Skilled in all areas of building construction, demolition, heavy equipment operation. Very nice guy. Hard working. Reasonable pricing."

Keith I on December 2023


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C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
83 S Putt Corners Rd
5.00(
20
)
Approved Pro
C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
83 S Putt Corners Rd
5.00(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
166 local quotes requested

C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC specializes in underground storage tank removals and abandonments, above ground storage tank removals and installations, remediation of contaminated soil, groundwater investigations, and emergency spill response. By choosing C2G Environmental, you can be assured that your environmental project will be handled with the utmost care and professionalism. C2G Environmental is a full service environmental company. What sets us apart from other companies is our highly trained staff of professional geologists and hydrologists, as well as technicians. We do not use sub-contractors or rental equipment. We are authorized by New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey to remove and haul contaminated material. Our Services: • Tank Removals, Abandonments & Installations • 24 Hour Emergency Spill Response • Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) • Geoprobe & Vac Truck Services • Water, Soil, Air Testing/Monitoring • Liquid/Soil Transportation & Disposal • Petroleum Facility Compliance Audits (Class A/B Operator) • Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessment

"C2G was excellent during the entire process. they had a quote to my in less than 24 hours and promptly answered my questions when I called them. Once I selected them they were able to schedule the job just a few days out and I could not have been more satisfied with the outcome. The two workers who did the job were knowledgeable and respectful. In over 20 years of home ownership I would have to say this was the best experience I ever had with a home contractor."

Jim O on July 2020

C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC specializes in underground storage tank removals and abandonments, above ground storage tank removals and installations, remediation of contaminated soil, groundwater investigations, and emergency spill response. By choosing C2G Environmental, you can be assured that your environmental project will be handled with the utmost care and professionalism. C2G Environmental is a full service environmental company. What sets us apart from other companies is our highly trained staff of professional geologists and hydrologists, as well as technicians. We do not use sub-contractors or rental equipment. We are authorized by New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey to remove and haul contaminated material. Our Services: • Tank Removals, Abandonments & Installations • 24 Hour Emergency Spill Response • Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) • Geoprobe & Vac Truck Services • Water, Soil, Air Testing/Monitoring • Liquid/Soil Transportation & Disposal • Petroleum Facility Compliance Audits (Class A/B Operator) • Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessment

"C2G was excellent during the entire process. they had a quote to my in less than 24 hours and promptly answered my questions when I called them. Once I selected them they were able to schedule the job just a few days out and I could not have been more satisfied with the outcome. The two workers who did the job were knowledgeable and respectful. In over 20 years of home ownership I would have to say this was the best experience I ever had with a home contractor."

Jim O on July 2020


Collier & Sons Construction & Improvements
Fulton St
No reviews
Collier & Sons Construction & Improvements
Fulton St
No reviews
46 years of experience

We are a full service Construction & Maintenance company specailzing in Preparing homes for sale, Property/ Estate Management, and any type of Maintenance or Construction

We are a full service Construction & Maintenance company specailzing in Preparing homes for sale, Property/ Estate Management, and any type of Maintenance or Construction


MAKOVIC HOMES
411 STATE ROUTE 17B
3.67(
3
)
MAKOVIC HOMES
411 STATE ROUTE 17B
3.67(
3
)
Free onsite estimate

Model Center with various homes on display along with Design Center with options on display!

"Everything went Very Well"

J L on December 2020

Model Center with various homes on display along with Design Center with options on display!

"Everything went Very Well"

J L on December 2020


LDR Design+Build+Renovate
302 N Water St
4.69(
101
)
LDR Design+Build+Renovate
302 N Water St
4.69(
101
)
Customers say: Quality work
32 years of experience

LDR Group is the wholly owned subsidiary of the corporate parent Miscellaneous Enterprises Etcetera LLC, as originally formed in 1993 as a Delaware corporation, and later formed in New York in 2008 in the depths of the Great Recession. Originally doing business as Local Dad Repairs, it had at it's heart the goal of helping people in our community keep their homes repaired in hard times. In 2016, with the economy booming and the need for our services diminished,the company shifted it's focus to commercial consulting, serving millwork (custom woodwork and cabinet) companies in the NYC and Washington DC markets. When the corona virus pandemic besieged us all, we realized that there was an opportunity to once again serve our community, but in a more future focused manner that made full use of the skills gained in energy efficiency and home improvement we had developed over the years. LDR is now focused on providing a very special, very important need to our community and our world-hyper energy efficient Passive House buildings as new homes and home renovations. We will no longer do smaller remodeling projects like kitchens, baths, additions and basements. We have moved on to doing just whole house Passive House 'Renphits' or new build Passive House homes. Ask us how we can reduce the energy your home uses by up to 90%!

"Jeff and his team are very thorough, communicative, skilled, extremely knowledgeable and committed to excellence. He guided us from design and engineering and applications, researching materials and finding subcontractors ,through construction. He solved problems as they arose. He kept work moving despite covid, snowstorms and holidays! Recommend highly!"

Roseann N on January 2021

LDR Group is the wholly owned subsidiary of the corporate parent Miscellaneous Enterprises Etcetera LLC, as originally formed in 1993 as a Delaware corporation, and later formed in New York in 2008 in the depths of the Great Recession. Originally doing business as Local Dad Repairs, it had at it's heart the goal of helping people in our community keep their homes repaired in hard times. In 2016, with the economy booming and the need for our services diminished,the company shifted it's focus to commercial consulting, serving millwork (custom woodwork and cabinet) companies in the NYC and Washington DC markets. When the corona virus pandemic besieged us all, we realized that there was an opportunity to once again serve our community, but in a more future focused manner that made full use of the skills gained in energy efficiency and home improvement we had developed over the years. LDR is now focused on providing a very special, very important need to our community and our world-hyper energy efficient Passive House buildings as new homes and home renovations. We will no longer do smaller remodeling projects like kitchens, baths, additions and basements. We have moved on to doing just whole house Passive House 'Renphits' or new build Passive House homes. Ask us how we can reduce the energy your home uses by up to 90%!

"Jeff and his team are very thorough, communicative, skilled, extremely knowledgeable and committed to excellence. He guided us from design and engineering and applications, researching materials and finding subcontractors ,through construction. He solved problems as they arose. He kept work moving despite covid, snowstorms and holidays! Recommend highly!"

Roseann N on January 2021

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Building site preparation and clearings FAQs

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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