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Salmon Creek Excavating LLC

5321 Steele Rd
5.00(
3
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Salmon Creek Excavating LLC

5321 Steele Rd
5.00(
3
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Free onsite estimate

With over 15 years of experience Salmon Creek Excavating LLC is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"So professional! Did some tree removal, stump removal and brush cutting and clearing. Also did some beautiful masonry work . The masonry work looks better now than it did when it was originally put in. Will be hiring again in the fall for another tree removal and some additional brick work! Can’t say enough about how hard they worked and cleaned the area when they were finished. "

L M on May 2025

With over 15 years of experience Salmon Creek Excavating LLC is who you need to take care of your home. We handle everything from the initial consultation to making sure your property looks perfect every single time. We will always treat your property as we would treat our own, and you will be surprised how simple and easy our team will make the whole process seem. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"So professional! Did some tree removal, stump removal and brush cutting and clearing. Also did some beautiful masonry work . The masonry work looks better now than it did when it was originally put in. Will be hiring again in the fall for another tree removal and some additional brick work! Can’t say enough about how hard they worked and cleaned the area when they were finished. "

L M on May 2025

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Stonewood Builders

349 West Commercial Street, Suite 1300
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Stonewood Builders

349 West Commercial Street, Suite 1300
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14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Stonewood Builders we specialize in high quality work, and have specialized workers for each trade. We pride our company on our professionalism, and performing at the highest level of quality for each of our services. We work closely with our clients to make sure that we exceed their expectations. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you.

At Stonewood Builders we specialize in high quality work, and have specialized workers for each trade. We pride our company on our professionalism, and performing at the highest level of quality for each of our services. We work closely with our clients to make sure that we exceed their expectations. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you.

Smith's Lawn and Landscape, LLC

4041 State Route 31
4.70(
32
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Smith's Lawn and Landscape, LLC

4041 State Route 31
4.70(
32
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

Smith's Lawn and Landscape, LLC is a owner operated small business out of Palmyra, NY. In the competitive lawn and landscape market we strive to differ from our competitors in that we develop professional yet approachable relationship with our customers. We offer a wide range of services from simple maintenance tasks to full renovations or new installations that we have the knowledge and the tools to efficiently complete. Call today for an always free estimate!

"They were easy to work with and got the work done quickly."

Fred B on October 2023

Smith's Lawn and Landscape, LLC is a owner operated small business out of Palmyra, NY. In the competitive lawn and landscape market we strive to differ from our competitors in that we develop professional yet approachable relationship with our customers. We offer a wide range of services from simple maintenance tasks to full renovations or new installations that we have the knowledge and the tools to efficiently complete. Call today for an always free estimate!

"They were easy to work with and got the work done quickly."

Fred B on October 2023

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Primetime Business Solutions INC

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Primetime Business Solutions INC

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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

My team and I have over 20 years of experience in the construction industry along with heavy equipment experience. We specialize in exavation work along with general construction. We also have an in-house electrical contractor that installs EV charging stations

My team and I have over 20 years of experience in the construction industry along with heavy equipment experience. We specialize in exavation work along with general construction. We also have an in-house electrical contractor that installs EV charging stations

Clark and Wolcott

21 Strathallan Park
4.38(
13
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Clark and Wolcott

21 Strathallan Park
4.38(
13
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Customers say: Quick response
34 years of experience

Clark and Wolcott Masonry and Construction is a full service construction company,specializing in masonry and restoration.

"After a storm, my back deck was damaged, I decided to change it for a patio, clark and wolcott did a great job on the removal of the old deck, in addition to the new patio stonework done on my new patio, surpassed my expectations and was done in a few days. Highly Recommended!"

nathaniel M on July 2023

Clark and Wolcott Masonry and Construction is a full service construction company,specializing in masonry and restoration.

"After a storm, my back deck was damaged, I decided to change it for a patio, clark and wolcott did a great job on the removal of the old deck, in addition to the new patio stonework done on my new patio, surpassed my expectations and was done in a few days. Highly Recommended!"

nathaniel M on July 2023

PITTSFORD EXCAVATING

23 CULLENS RUN
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PITTSFORD EXCAVATING

23 CULLENS RUN
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37 years of experience

Commercial & Residential Site Work & Development

Commercial & Residential Site Work & Development

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

1200 Buffalo Rd
4.25(
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Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

1200 Buffalo Rd
4.25(
83
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Customers say: Super punctual
90 years of experience

Roto-Rooter offers commercial and residential plumbing services. And there’s no extra for nights, weekends and holidays. From emergency plumbing to drain cleaning, sewer cleaning to pipe work, Roto-Rooter can help you with any plumbing problem. Roto-Rooter plumbers are licensed and insured and handle everything from water lines to toilet and shower problems. No plumbing job is too big or too small for our experienced and professional plumbers. Schedule an appointment by phone or online, we'll come when it's convenient for you.

"The original quote was given as $211 to install the faucet I had purchased, which was a lot, but the RR man wouldn't install the faucet until the sink was repaired by another contractor. (There was no interference between the sink and the faucet.) The agreement was made to return two days later. The sink was repaired (reattached to the granite)but the installer wanted it to set before re-connecting the drains and garbage disposal. The Roto Rooter guy appeared the next day, installed the faucet and re-connected the drain and garbage disposal, presenting a bill for $411, for less than an hour of labor, with a charge of a few dollars for shut off valves, which was part of the $211 faucet installation. I am completely appalled that, for the expense of 45 minutes of labor, I am charged at a rate of $548 per hour. My wife paid the bill by credit card, as I was at work, could not protest this outrageous charge. When contacted by Roto Rooter to review the work, I complained and asked to be called, but have not recceved any calls from them. I strongly urge anyone who needs plumbing services to avoid this outrageous rip-off company."

Robert H on December 2018

Roto-Rooter offers commercial and residential plumbing services. And there’s no extra for nights, weekends and holidays. From emergency plumbing to drain cleaning, sewer cleaning to pipe work, Roto-Rooter can help you with any plumbing problem. Roto-Rooter plumbers are licensed and insured and handle everything from water lines to toilet and shower problems. No plumbing job is too big or too small for our experienced and professional plumbers. Schedule an appointment by phone or online, we'll come when it's convenient for you.

"The original quote was given as $211 to install the faucet I had purchased, which was a lot, but the RR man wouldn't install the faucet until the sink was repaired by another contractor. (There was no interference between the sink and the faucet.) The agreement was made to return two days later. The sink was repaired (reattached to the granite)but the installer wanted it to set before re-connecting the drains and garbage disposal. The Roto Rooter guy appeared the next day, installed the faucet and re-connected the drain and garbage disposal, presenting a bill for $411, for less than an hour of labor, with a charge of a few dollars for shut off valves, which was part of the $211 faucet installation. I am completely appalled that, for the expense of 45 minutes of labor, I am charged at a rate of $548 per hour. My wife paid the bill by credit card, as I was at work, could not protest this outrageous charge. When contacted by Roto Rooter to review the work, I complained and asked to be called, but have not recceved any calls from them. I strongly urge anyone who needs plumbing services to avoid this outrageous rip-off company."

Robert H on December 2018

United Demolition and Excavating, LLC

10187 Main St
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United Demolition and Excavating, LLC

10187 Main St
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26 years of experience

Been in business sense 1999, BBB Class A+ rating, OSHA class A rating, An No Ins claim lost run report sense 1999, A 1 miner workers comp claim in 2010, City of Buffalo class 3 demolition & specialty License,

Been in business sense 1999, BBB Class A+ rating, OSHA class A rating, An No Ins claim lost run report sense 1999, A 1 miner workers comp claim in 2010, City of Buffalo class 3 demolition & specialty License,

Tirabassi's

213 BRIARWOOD LN
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Tirabassi's

213 BRIARWOOD LN
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1 years of experience

General contractor with over 50 years combined experience in the industry. My father being one of the owners of Tirabassi Farms, I have been raised to only give best to other and to work hard. My father and I would like to help any of your construction needs. Excavation and septic services Concrete (pavers, block walls, poured: floors, walkways, patios) Environmental install and remediation (swpp) Drainage Driveways (asphalt, poured, paver) plowing offered as well Yard install Mulching, stone, etc for garden beds Sod Mulch topsoil stone delivery

General contractor with over 50 years combined experience in the industry. My father being one of the owners of Tirabassi Farms, I have been raised to only give best to other and to work hard. My father and I would like to help any of your construction needs. Excavation and septic services Concrete (pavers, block walls, poured: floors, walkways, patios) Environmental install and remediation (swpp) Drainage Driveways (asphalt, poured, paver) plowing offered as well Yard install Mulching, stone, etc for garden beds Sod Mulch topsoil stone delivery

Piedmont Equipment Inc

695 Atlantic Ave
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Piedmont Equipment Inc

695 Atlantic Ave
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Free onsite estimate

Oil Storage Tank Removal & Installation Specialist's "We can dig it, drill it, or move it!" Piedmont Equipment INC has over 40 years experience in Oil Tank & Pump removal and installation in Rochester, NY, Monroe County and New York State. We are licensed, bonded & insured in New York State and the City of Rochester. We are a registered NYS DEC Waste Transporter with a valid NYS Waste Transportation PART 364 permit. Offering both Commercial and Residential Services Additional Services offered: Heating oil storage tanks services: above/ underground petroleum tanks, Environmental Evaluation & Spill Remediation, Excavation Services & clean up, Spill Cleanups, Soil Testing, Boiler Demolition, Special Equipment Contracting, Natural Disaster Cleanup, Drilling, Crash truck Rental's, Road Plate services and Rental's, Trucking: hauling of material, delivery or equipment transportation, DEC waste transportation

Oil Storage Tank Removal & Installation Specialist's "We can dig it, drill it, or move it!" Piedmont Equipment INC has over 40 years experience in Oil Tank & Pump removal and installation in Rochester, NY, Monroe County and New York State. We are licensed, bonded & insured in New York State and the City of Rochester. We are a registered NYS DEC Waste Transporter with a valid NYS Waste Transportation PART 364 permit. Offering both Commercial and Residential Services Additional Services offered: Heating oil storage tanks services: above/ underground petroleum tanks, Environmental Evaluation & Spill Remediation, Excavation Services & clean up, Spill Cleanups, Soil Testing, Boiler Demolition, Special Equipment Contracting, Natural Disaster Cleanup, Drilling, Crash truck Rental's, Road Plate services and Rental's, Trucking: hauling of material, delivery or equipment transportation, DEC waste transportation

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Canandaigua, 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.

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