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DCW

2501 Stony Point Rd
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DCW

2501 Stony Point Rd
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

DCW, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Contacted me right away and gave an estimate on the same day!"

Jennifer S on January 2021

DCW, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Contacted me right away and gave an estimate on the same day!"

Jennifer S on January 2021


Blackline Equipment Rental & Sales, LLC

6274 Main Rd
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Blackline Equipment Rental & Sales, LLC

6274 Main Rd
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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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 customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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 customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


Custom Excavating

1540 Alleghany Road
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Custom Excavating

1540 Alleghany Road
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25 years of experience
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We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Building Site Preparation, Excavation and Major Grading services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Building Site Preparation, Excavation and Major Grading services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!


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Woods Speciality Co. LLC

5260 ROGERS RD APT A5
5.00(
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Woods Speciality Co. LLC

5260 ROGERS RD APT A5
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

Woods Speciality Co. 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.

"Very knowledgeable and experienced in his grading and digging i had him come and do all the site prep for my new house and he absolutely knocked it out of the park! Great work would definitely hire again!"

Josh F on June 2024

Woods Speciality Co. 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.

"Very knowledgeable and experienced in his grading and digging i had him come and do all the site prep for my new house and he absolutely knocked it out of the park! Great work would definitely hire again!"

Josh F on June 2024


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Cook Specialty Contracting

1225 Town Line Rd
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Cook Specialty Contracting

1225 Town Line Rd
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Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They were very helpful in removing what needed t o be. They gave me their card and told me of other services they offer. Will consider using them this spring"

Mary Ann F on January 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They were very helpful in removing what needed t o be. They gave me their card and told me of other services they offer. Will consider using them this spring"

Mary Ann F on January 2025


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Martinez Land Clearing, LLC

2156 Abbott Rd
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Martinez Land Clearing, LLC

2156 Abbott Rd
5.00(
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Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Martinez Land Clearing, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today!

"From now on my go to for any work I need done. Highly recommend for any out side work great price and finished fast. "

tom j on August 2025

Martinez Land Clearing, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today!

"From now on my go to for any work I need done. Highly recommend for any out side work great price and finished fast. "

tom j on August 2025


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Terra Firma Services

25 Pearl St
5.00(
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Terra Firma Services

25 Pearl St
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Terra Firma Services is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"John and his guys have began the tear out level and install today. Very professional. I’ll follow up upon completion. "

Ron k on August 2025

Terra Firma Services is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"John and his guys have began the tear out level and install today. Very professional. I’ll follow up upon completion. "

Ron k on August 2025


NWZ Services, LLC

5.00(
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NWZ Services, LLC

5.00(
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
57 local quotes requested

15 years of experience operating heavy equipment. Excavating and skid steer work are my specialties. I treat everyone’s property as my own being conscious not to disrupt any more than needs to.

"Great. Was so helpful and easy to work with."

David W on October 2024

15 years of experience operating heavy equipment. Excavating and skid steer work are my specialties. I treat everyone’s property as my own being conscious not to disrupt any more than needs to.

"Great. Was so helpful and easy to work with."

David W on October 2024


GROUNDHOG LANDCAPING & LAWNCARE,INC

9210 County Road
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GROUNDHOG LANDCAPING & LAWNCARE,INC

9210 County Road
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33 years of experience

Groundhog Landscaping has been in business in the local area for over 25 years and has established an A+ rating with the Better Business Beaureu We are a full-service landscaping & landscape management company offering an extensive array of services for residential and commercial customers in the Buffalo, NY area. As a certified Belgard installer we also are able to offer Belgards Preferred Payment Plan. We are a fully licensed and insured company. - Cetified ICPI Installer, National Concrete Masonry Association,Certified Landscape Professional & Nursery and Landscape Association

Groundhog Landscaping has been in business in the local area for over 25 years and has established an A+ rating with the Better Business Beaureu We are a full-service landscaping & landscape management company offering an extensive array of services for residential and commercial customers in the Buffalo, NY area. As a certified Belgard installer we also are able to offer Belgards Preferred Payment Plan. We are a fully licensed and insured company. - Cetified ICPI Installer, National Concrete Masonry Association,Certified Landscape Professional & Nursery and Landscape Association


Cambria Contracting Inc.

5105 Lockport Road
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Cambria Contracting Inc.

5105 Lockport Road
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27 years of experience

Cambria Contracting Inc is North America's premier contractor for large-scale demolition, decommissioning, environmental remediation and site preparation services. Since 1998 Cambria Contracting Inc. has exceeded client expectations.

Cambria Contracting Inc is North America's premier contractor for large-scale demolition, decommissioning, environmental remediation and site preparation services. Since 1998 Cambria Contracting Inc. has exceeded client expectations.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Buffalo, NY

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 Buffalo, NY homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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