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Building site preparation and clearing pros in Cornwall

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AJF Construction
21 Vincenzo Court
4.94(
54
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Approved Pro
AJF Construction
21 Vincenzo Court
4.94(
54
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Talking with Anthony before hand about the job , very informative and straightforward what to expect. Very reasonably priced, and am very impressed and satisfied with their quality work. I would recommend them, and have the before and after pictures to stand by it."

Randolph S on September 2023

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Talking with Anthony before hand about the job , very informative and straightforward what to expect. Very reasonably priced, and am very impressed and satisfied with their quality work. I would recommend them, and have the before and after pictures to stand by it."

Randolph S on September 2023


Halcyon Tree Works
25 Halcyon Road
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Halcyon Tree Works
25 Halcyon Road
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
11 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

My company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. I am is committed to meeting those needs. I welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. I do accept electronic payments such as Apple Pay. Call me today!

My company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. I am is committed to meeting those needs. I welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. I do accept electronic payments such as Apple Pay. Call me today!


Lawn In Order Excavating And Landscape Design
42 Sproat Street
4.40(
10
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Approved Pro
Lawn In Order Excavating And Landscape Design
42 Sproat Street
4.40(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Since 2003, Lawn In Order Excavating and Landscape Design, has been serving the Middletown area. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"As an update to my previous review last month, I am very unhappy with the work . as a result of a rainy day. I discovered I had the same exact problem (water in the basement ) as I did before I called him.to fix it."

Marci S on April 2024

Since 2003, Lawn In Order Excavating and Landscape Design, has been serving the Middletown area. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"As an update to my previous review last month, I am very unhappy with the work . as a result of a rainy day. I discovered I had the same exact problem (water in the basement ) as I did before I called him.to fix it."

Marci S on April 2024


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SM Tree Removal
279 Camby Road
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
SM Tree Removal
279 Camby Road
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. 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!

"Did exactly what was expected. Great job. "

Saundra H on April 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. 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!

"Did exactly what was expected. Great job. "

Saundra H on April 2025


Paul Louis Excavating Inc
83 Roslyn Ridge Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Paul Louis Excavating Inc
83 Roslyn Ridge Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
36 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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.

"Excellent quality work new to the neighborhood to us a lot about how things work different from where we’re used to having city sewer we now have a brand new septic system. We are very happy to work with Paul and his crew."

raheem M on May 2025

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.

"Excellent quality work new to the neighborhood to us a lot about how things work different from where we’re used to having city sewer we now have a brand new septic system. We are very happy to work with Paul and his crew."

raheem M on May 2025


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A.M.C. Excavation, LLC
22 Pinebrook Loop
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
A.M.C. Excavation, LLC
22 Pinebrook Loop
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
20 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I recommend AMC to everyone in my family/friends circle. From the first conversation I had with the owner about the work I needed I could tell just how experienced and how professional he and his company are. Cause I had multiple contractors around the work site my schedule was a nightmare but AMC were able to come and fit in my hectic schedule. With a very coordinated team work was done so efficiently and stress free. Private 4 inch water supply line with manhole (Unfortunately can?t upload more photos due to a issue with the website )"

Bekim C on February 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I recommend AMC to everyone in my family/friends circle. From the first conversation I had with the owner about the work I needed I could tell just how experienced and how professional he and his company are. Cause I had multiple contractors around the work site my schedule was a nightmare but AMC were able to come and fit in my hectic schedule. With a very coordinated team work was done so efficiently and stress free. Private 4 inch water supply line with manhole (Unfortunately can?t upload more photos due to a issue with the website )"

Bekim C on February 2025


Zammiello Construction
6 Johns Boulevard Extention
4.70(
38
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Approved Pro
Zammiello Construction
6 Johns Boulevard Extention
4.70(
38
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

Zammiello Construction is your one stop for all your landscaping needs. We take the same pride in our work as you take in your home. Call Zammiello Construction today! We are based in Poughkeepsie, NY, and also work in surrounding areas.

"Kevin and his crew did an amazing job. He went above and beyond. Hes a true professional that knows what he's doing. If youre thinking if you should hire him or not you definitely should! I can't say enough good things."

Brian J on April 2025

Zammiello Construction is your one stop for all your landscaping needs. We take the same pride in our work as you take in your home. Call Zammiello Construction today! We are based in Poughkeepsie, NY, and also work in surrounding areas.

"Kevin and his crew did an amazing job. He went above and beyond. Hes a true professional that knows what he's doing. If youre thinking if you should hire him or not you definitely should! I can't say enough good things."

Brian J on April 2025


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Bardho Group llc
232 Forest Avenue
4.53(
36
)
Approved Pro
Bardho Group llc
232 Forest Avenue
4.53(
36
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

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 start to 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.

"On time"

Usha H on November 2020

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 start to 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.

"On time"

Usha H on November 2020


East Ridge Landscaping Company, Inc.
P.O. Box 88
4.69(
13
)
Approved Pro
East Ridge Landscaping Company, Inc.
P.O. Box 88
4.69(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 local quotes requested

Welcome to East Ridge Landscaping, proudly serving northern Westchester County area for all your lawn care and snow removal needs! We take pride in the quality of our work and our professional courtesy. We are currently taking on new clients for the upcoming spring season. Call us today!

"Frank, was respectful, knowledgeable and understanding of what my needs were"

Elizabeth D on May 2024

Welcome to East Ridge Landscaping, proudly serving northern Westchester County area for all your lawn care and snow removal needs! We take pride in the quality of our work and our professional courtesy. We are currently taking on new clients for the upcoming spring season. Call us today!

"Frank, was respectful, knowledgeable and understanding of what my needs were"

Elizabeth D on May 2024


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Downrite Construction, Inc.
564 Westchester Avenue
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Downrite Construction, Inc.
564 Westchester Avenue
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
54 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Shawn is thorough and has great communication skills He keeps to the timeline and his work is great. I am very happy with all the work he completed at my house. I highly recommend him and already have to a good friend."

Nancy G on August 2023

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality of our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Shawn is thorough and has great communication skills He keeps to the timeline and his work is great. I am very happy with all the work he completed at my house. I highly recommend him and already have to a good friend."

Nancy G on August 2023

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Building site preparation and clearings FAQs

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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