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Drake Austin Contractor
4.9(
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Serving Crested Butte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They set a beautiful flagstone patio. Painted the exterior of our home, very custom job! Built from scratch a beautiful table to be used as a charging station. Designed built-ins for a mudroom and custom-made them. Shovels and maintains our exterior in the winter at our mountain home. Fixes anything, build anything! So honest, and absolutely the finest person to have on our team!"
Deck Extension
hot tub pad before deck install
Before replacement
New install
Hose Bib Cover

+10

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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TSM Construction, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Crested Butte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"TSM Construction did excavation work for me. They were very easy to work with. They are flexible to consumers needs and specifications. They are skilled and work hard to solve any problems related to the project."
Concrete Diversion
Concrete Diversion
Trenching
Bedding Pipe
Traffic Control

+13

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Don Reboul Construction Company
3.7(
6
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Serving Crested Butte, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

"These guys did an amazing job. Their work ethic is out of this world. Even when it came time for the cleanup they did not miss a beat. No nails or any debris let anywhere. I am talking about on the driveway, grass, yard, or even our neighbors yards. They were that thorough. I would give them a 10 out 10. These guys were very professional. I would recommend this company to all my friends and neighbors. Don was great to work with and I am referring him to all our friends and neighbors. 5 star rating!"
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+29

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Crested Butte, CO

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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