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HeartLand Dirt Works, Inc.

2960 Wayne 519
5.00(
10
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•Approved Pro

HeartLand Dirt Works, Inc.

2960 Wayne 519
5.00(
10
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

HeartLand Dirt Works 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 customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Project was completed on time and actually made improvements to the original plan. I would definitely hire them again."

Bruce C on January 2024

HeartLand Dirt Works 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 customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Project was completed on time and actually made improvements to the original plan. I would definitely hire them again."

Bruce C on January 2024

Gerard and Dirt Excavation LLC

1403 Luce
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Gerard and Dirt Excavation LLC

1403 Luce
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13 years of experience

Quality and affordable excavation services provided for commercial and most residential properties. Jobs will be given a negotiable bid estimate before the time services begin.

Quality and affordable excavation services provided for commercial and most residential properties. Jobs will be given a negotiable bid estimate before the time services begin.

Rawson Excavating & Demolition LLC

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Rawson Excavating & Demolition LLC

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Call us today for all your excavating needs! Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

Call us today for all your excavating needs! Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

A and W

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A and W

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8 years of experience

Land clearing work where Maureen Brown, moving to Paris, dirt work just small business trying to explain

Land clearing work where Maureen Brown, moving to Paris, dirt work just small business trying to explain

Joe Grojean Excavating

9865 St Hwy 25
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Joe Grojean Excavating

9865 St Hwy 25
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19 years of experience

We are a full service excavation company dedicated to meeting our customers needs in a timely and efficient manner.

We are a full service excavation company dedicated to meeting our customers needs in a timely and efficient manner.

Balkenbusch Excavating Co

387 Jefferson St
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Balkenbusch Excavating Co

387 Jefferson St
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78 years of experience

We are an Excavating Company and provide Basement Digging and Excavating Services in Jefferson City, MO. If you are you looking for a Excavating Contractor Jefferson City MO in the United States you will find it here. This is a directory of Excavating Contractor Jefferson City MO that maintain internet websites. We do not claim or accept any responsibility for the services listed here. Click on one of the states listed below in order to find an Excavating Contractor Jefferson City MO in your area.

We are an Excavating Company and provide Basement Digging and Excavating Services in Jefferson City, MO. If you are you looking for a Excavating Contractor Jefferson City MO in the United States you will find it here. This is a directory of Excavating Contractor Jefferson City MO that maintain internet websites. We do not claim or accept any responsibility for the services listed here. Click on one of the states listed below in order to find an Excavating Contractor Jefferson City MO in your area.

Builders Unlimited

502 Chesley Dr.
5.00(
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Builders Unlimited

502 Chesley Dr.
5.00(
2
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Professional work with Reasonable rates This is a father son operated and owned company. a 10% discount on labor cost only is offered to angies list costumers only.(required mention of Angies List)

Professional work with Reasonable rates This is a father son operated and owned company. a 10% discount on labor cost only is offered to angies list costumers only.(required mention of Angies List)

Haulotte Construction Services

22351 Westmoreland Rd
5.00(
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Haulotte Construction Services

22351 Westmoreland Rd
5.00(
2
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We also offer whole home inspections ( Building process, New home, Pre-owned home) and septic/sewer inspections and evaluations for real estate transactions. Water quality testing is included with septic/sewer evaluations and inspections

We also offer whole home inspections ( Building process, New home, Pre-owned home) and septic/sewer inspections and evaluations for real estate transactions. Water quality testing is included with septic/sewer evaluations and inspections

Mac Company

2911 Beaver Creek Drive
5.00(
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Mac Company

2911 Beaver Creek Drive
5.00(
1
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Full service general contractor for residential, commercial, industrial construction.

Full service general contractor for residential, commercial, industrial construction.

SEMO LandWorx

429 N West St
5.00(
5
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SEMO LandWorx

429 N West St
5.00(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Local small excavation company We specialize in the following - Driveways - General Grading - Utility & Pipe installation - Land clearing - Pools - Ponds - Back filling * We also offer hauling services for any of your rock or dirt hauling needs.

"Tucker and Trevor were very knowledgeable. Excellent job. Would highly recommend to anyone else"

Caleb H on September 2023

Local small excavation company We specialize in the following - Driveways - General Grading - Utility & Pipe installation - Land clearing - Pools - Ponds - Back filling * We also offer hauling services for any of your rock or dirt hauling needs.

"Tucker and Trevor were very knowledgeable. Excellent job. Would highly recommend to anyone else"

Caleb H on September 2023

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Cape Girardeau, MO

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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