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Rocky Mountain Construction

306 Stoner Loop, Suite 2
5.00(
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•Approved Pro

Rocky Mountain Construction

306 Stoner Loop, Suite 2
5.00(
27
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
37 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Rocky Mountain Construction is a locally owned and operated construction company that specializes in excavation and grading. We handle projects of all sizes, from land clearing, trenching, septic installation, footing excavation and trenching. Contact us today for a free estimate!

"Peter has always been connected to our wishes. The crew put in long hours and worked hard to get the deck rebuild done before winter weather came."

Dale E on October 2025

Rocky Mountain Construction is a locally owned and operated construction company that specializes in excavation and grading. We handle projects of all sizes, from land clearing, trenching, septic installation, footing excavation and trenching. Contact us today for a free estimate!

"Peter has always been connected to our wishes. The crew put in long hours and worked hard to get the deck rebuild done before winter weather came."

Dale E on October 2025

R & R Pump Company

907 Euclid Ave
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R & R Pump Company

907 Euclid Ave
1.00(
1
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40 years of experience

We are a very diverse company. Tamer Rask founded the business 30 years ago, now he and his 3 kids run and operate it. R&R Pump is a very uniquely ran company. Every employee strives to satisfy the customer and not just provide him with the best product but the best way to do it also.

We are a very diverse company. Tamer Rask founded the business 30 years ago, now he and his 3 kids run and operate it. R&R Pump is a very uniquely ran company. Every employee strives to satisfy the customer and not just provide him with the best product but the best way to do it also.

Kemp's Construction & Excavation

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Kemp's Construction & Excavation

Unknown
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42 years of experience

Kemp's Constuction & Excavation provides support and services to individuals, contractors, municipalities and government agencies.

Kemp's Constuction & Excavation provides support and services to individuals, contractors, municipalities and government agencies.

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Protech Surface

Servicing Around
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Protech Surface

Servicing Around
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8 years of experience

At Pro-Tech we treat every project with attention to detail, efficiency, and quality. Our goal is to be as transparent to the customer as we possibly can. From Start to Finish we communicate and update the customer to provide a high level of comfort to every client. We would love the opportunity to serve you!

At Pro-Tech we treat every project with attention to detail, efficiency, and quality. Our goal is to be as transparent to the customer as we possibly can. From Start to Finish we communicate and update the customer to provide a high level of comfort to every client. We would love the opportunity to serve you!

wildlife properties enhancement inc.

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wildlife properties enhancement inc.

Unknown
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25 years of experience

Property Enhancement & Forestry , Trade & Bartering

Property Enhancement & Forestry , Trade & Bartering

LMN Construction LLC

1956 T St
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LMN Construction LLC

1956 T St
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13 years of experience

Your Eco Friendly Building Solution

Your Eco Friendly Building Solution

Last Call Locating

1504 Golden Blvd.
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Last Call Locating

1504 Golden Blvd.
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14 years of experience

Underground utility locating

Underground utility locating

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Rhino Excavation and Trucking

855 Conrad Dr
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Rhino Excavation and Trucking

855 Conrad Dr
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Free onsite estimate

Rhino Excavation & Trucking LLC is a veteran-owned excavation company in Kalispell, Montana, specializing in site development for residential and commercial projects. Our team provides a comprehensive range of services, from land clearing and hardscaping to retaining walls, excavating foundations, and underground utility installation, as well as demolition and finish grading.

Rhino Excavation & Trucking LLC is a veteran-owned excavation company in Kalispell, Montana, specializing in site development for residential and commercial projects. Our team provides a comprehensive range of services, from land clearing and hardscaping to retaining walls, excavating foundations, and underground utility installation, as well as demolition and finish grading.

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Sussex Construction Inc

3130 Saddle Dr
4.33(
6
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Sussex Construction Inc

3130 Saddle Dr
4.33(
6
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Customers say: Quality work
29 years of experience

You could say we have a reputation for green building expertise and spectacular design – but we prefer to let our work speak for itself. We are dedicated to all those homeowners in search of a new home full of design, imagination, and make-you-swoon features. No doubt, Sussex will create the new home of your dreams (and of your neighbors’ dreams). At Sussex Construction, we are known leaders in the building industry. We combine good taste and getting things done with exceptional results. Because it is not just about what you build. It’s how you build it. All this without burning a hole in your pockets. If you are searching for new custom home builders in Helena, MT your search is over!

"We are one of a handful of new construction purchases (within the last year). During the build process, they were great to work with. Once we closed, all that changed. We have to run space heaters during the winter months (a brand new home) due to the design of the ductwork and Sussex wouldn't lift a finger, we have flooding at the entrance to our property, and once again, Sussex did nothing. We had fixtures in the wrong place, and some were not what we ordered at all, and guess what? they did nothing!!.. As we began to speak with others in the community, we learned of a horrible reputation throughout Helena, as well as, a horrible place to be employed. All in all, stay away from Suxxit construction at all costs. Money is their motivation, not happy families"

Eric S on June 2023

You could say we have a reputation for green building expertise and spectacular design – but we prefer to let our work speak for itself. We are dedicated to all those homeowners in search of a new home full of design, imagination, and make-you-swoon features. No doubt, Sussex will create the new home of your dreams (and of your neighbors’ dreams). At Sussex Construction, we are known leaders in the building industry. We combine good taste and getting things done with exceptional results. Because it is not just about what you build. It’s how you build it. All this without burning a hole in your pockets. If you are searching for new custom home builders in Helena, MT your search is over!

"We are one of a handful of new construction purchases (within the last year). During the build process, they were great to work with. Once we closed, all that changed. We have to run space heaters during the winter months (a brand new home) due to the design of the ductwork and Sussex wouldn't lift a finger, we have flooding at the entrance to our property, and once again, Sussex did nothing. We had fixtures in the wrong place, and some were not what we ordered at all, and guess what? they did nothing!!.. As we began to speak with others in the community, we learned of a horrible reputation throughout Helena, as well as, a horrible place to be employed. All in all, stay away from Suxxit construction at all costs. Money is their motivation, not happy families"

Eric S on June 2023

SANDRY CONSTRUCTION CO

200 Basin View Rd
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SANDRY CONSTRUCTION CO

200 Basin View Rd
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24 years of experience

Heavy civil construction

Heavy civil construction

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Columbia Falls, MT

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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