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C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
5.0(
20
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carbone Construction
4.6(
11
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very good to deal with, and so was his crew. All work was completed with care and precision. We could not be happier. We will definitely be using them for our next project."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Donaldson Property Management LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We use Nick and his team to clean out a house for sale. They came multiple times and cleaned out everything from dishes to beds and dressers. They were so helpful and personable. Accommodating whatever we needed to be removed. They also cleaned out a free standing garage and helped us remove and old car. They worked fast and did an amazing job."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lilco Construction Inc
5.0(
5
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had the opportunity to experience Lilco's work on several projects. These guys always had a professional attitude and took the time for all preparations and quality control. They did not leave a mess or unwarranted damages like so many fly-by-night contractors tend to do. They even magnet swept driveways for screws/nails whenever they finished loading out for the night. The owner is always up front about any costs, with no hidden charges to get the jobs done."
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jaguar Paving Corp.
4.4(
7
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He was polite and business-orientated. He is highly professional, shows up on time, and accomplishes all tasks as promised. The paving was done neatly and I was totally satisfied with the work done"
New Asphalt Driveway with a new Edge (Belgian Blocks)
New Asphalt Driveway
New Asphalt Driveway
New Asphalt Driveway
Patio Pavers

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TNT Property Maintenance And Development
5.0(
2
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tom and his team were excellent to work with. They really guided me throughout the entire process with my project. From the clearing, excavation and grading to the septic installation, they did a spectacular job for a reasonable price. I would definitely recommend them and will be using them again."
Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BTJ DEMO LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"BTJ demo were great they did an amazing job demoing my old shed and installing a new one. They were quick and efficient. I’ll certainly be giving then a call for any future work"
Retaining wall
Cleared trees and brush
Response time50 mins
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Seetin Design Group Inc
New to Angi

Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Seetin Design Group provides professional land clearing, forestry mulching, excavation, grading, gravel driveway installation, trail building, and full site preparation services throughout the Hudson Valley and surrounding areas.\n\nWe specialize in clearing overgrown properties, removing brush and vegetation, cutting access trails, building gravel driveways, and preparing land for homes, barns, shops, and recreational properties. Our equipment allows us to efficiently handle wooded terrain, steep areas, long access roads, and large rural properties.\n\nServices include land clearing, forestry mulching, brush removal, stump removal, excavation, grading, gravel driveway construction and repair, trail building, access road construction, drainage improvements, culvert installation, and building site preparation.\n\nOur modern equipment fleet includes John Deere compact track loaders, excavators, forestry mulching attachments, and dump trucks designed to complete land development projects efficiently. Whether you need property cleared, a driveway cut into a wooded parcel, trails opened through your land, or a building site prepared for construction, we have the equipment and experience to handle the project.\n\nWe frequently work with property owners, landowners, builders, and contractors throughout the Hudson Valley who need reliable excavation and site work for residential and rural projects.\n\nIn addition to land services, Seetin Design Group operates a full custom metal fabrication shop producing structural steel, railings, stair systems, gates, and architectural metalwork for residential and commercial construction.\n\nFrom small property clearing projects to full site preparation for homes, barns, driveways, and access roads, Seetin Design Group delivers dependable equipment, experienced operators, and professional results.

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BARN BUILD!
BARN BUILD!

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Red Cedar Landscapes, Inc.
4.0(
1
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

With years of experience serving our community, Red Cedar Landscapes, Inc. is your solution for all of your Landscape planting, natural stone work and excavating needs. \nWe take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed! Give us a call today, we are happy to help you with your project and look forward to talking to you.

Stanfordville Farmhouse
Stanfordville Farmhouse
Stanfordville Farmhouse
Stanfordville Farmhouse
Stanfordville Farmhouse

+26

Response time11 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Finest Craftsman Home Improvement
5.0(
30
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Serving Carmel, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Our newly renovated front porch adds to the value of our home, our street, and our community. Jonathan and Jerson, along wit their architect wrorked very hard to design, budget, and build the almost new addition to our home. And let me tell you it wasn’t easy to satisfy us as we turned out to be tough customers. But we were able to develop a trusting relationship which was a benefit to all. The work was expensive but well worth it (probably more of that goes on us because we wanted what we wanted). We were able to negotiate. Good thing because the job might not have gotten done without that. The quality was also exceptional. In fact it was beyond our expectations. Jerson is a master carpenter, highly skilled in framing and finish work. The masons on their crew were also masters of the stone. They built us a beautiful path leading to our new porch. I guess the best thing I can say about the Finest Craftman is that they are genuinely good people in addition to being highly professional and skilled. They are people you can trust. People you don’t mind having around your house every day."
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Carmel, 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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