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Rock Solid Excavation
4.7(
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Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed my backyard landscaped for a new home build, and the yard stayed flooded all winter. Gary knew immediately what we needed to do, and had a plan in mind already to take care of the drainage problem while finishing off the landscaping with sprinklers, rock, and sod. I couldn’t be happier with the results. Gary is a pleasure to work with, and his crew is amazing. Communication is a breeze; I never had to wait to hear back from him. He was fast when it came to getting the estimate to me, and he was fast to respond anytime I had a question. His entire crew is professional, on time, and they care about everything they are doing from starting the project, to cleaning up when they are done. I would say they go above and beyond. Without question, I will call Gary if/when I have a project in the future."
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TNG Excavation, LLC
4.5(
29
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Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Of the six companies I talked with, TRC showed up on time to examine the site and provide an accurate estimate. Others did not show up. TRC was up front about a start date due to their work load. Due to our flexibility, they were able to fit our "small" job into their work flow earlier than thought. The job crew show up the day prior to review the job site and coordinate start times, material delivery and job completion. They started on time and completed the entire job in one day. Most excellent work. Very professional team. Would most definitely recommend."
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Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Valley County High Mountain Dirt Works, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"High mountain dirtworks was a great company to work with. They did a great job preparing our homesite and everything was done quickly and professionally."
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Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Turney Land Construction
4.8(
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Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tom and Josh Turney did an amazing job for us! They removed our old cedar fence and replaced it with a beautiful new cedar fence with solid, and sturdy black steel fence posts. This fence will not only last much longer than our old fence with wooden posts but it is a beauty to look at. We will be enjoying our backyard for many years to come."
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40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Unleashed dirt works & landscape LLC
4.7(
3
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Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were on time, very polite, willing to do anything I needed done in connection with the patio project, and some separate from the actual patio (moving dirt away from a gate). Their work was professional, and complete to the last bit. They cleaned up the entire area when they were done. I would use them for other projects in the yard - in fact have already asked for an estimate on building some waist high garden beds."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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3L Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Boise, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are 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. We have super competitive rates! 3lexcavation.com

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Boise, ID

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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