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Sonart Construction Corp.
4.6(
12
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Serving Dallas, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called Sonart construction to give me a bid remodeling a kitchen. I spoke to the project manager Ziv and he was very professional I then set up an in office meeting with Ziv we discussed our options and I was very pleased with how we all worked together with different ideas and we all came with the best kitchen design hat suits my needs and wants. Will definitely recommend to all family and friends."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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D5 Plus, LLC
4.9(
43
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Serving Dallas, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired him to scoop a hole out for my pool. Very satisfied with the timeliness of the project being completed in preparation for my pool guys to come fill the hole. My dog is absolutely obsessed and so am I. Would hire again for any other demo or excavation projects I might have! 5 star"
Flagstone Patio
Flagstone Patio
New Construction Site Grading
Pool Demolition
Pool Demolition

+30

Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Hernandez Brothers Tractor Work & Dump Truck Service
4.9(
14
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Serving Dallas, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed this job done pretty quickly? I contacted Hernandez Brothers and they went out in the next day or so. My daughter?s builder needed the land cleared asap. Job was completed perfectly, effortlessly on my part!! They went above and beyond and I would definitely recommend them and I will use them again!! This was a messy job and when they left, it was picture perfect!! Thank you guys!!!!"
Response time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Dirt Rock Dallas
5.0(
6
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Serving Dallas, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Came out and gave a formalized and proper quote. Demonstrated knowledge on the issue we were having and was able to get to us within a day and got our drainage issues fixed. Would strongly recommend the team at Dirt Rock Dallas. They truly are a great company to partner with."
House pads
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Rea Excavating Services
3.8(
3
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Serving Dallas, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Hired him to grind some relatively small brush stumps and then roto-till the area to break-up the other roots and make the soil ready to plant replacement foliage. He quoted $600 to $800 and said it would take a good portion of a day. He did grind the stumps but got **finished** quicker than I expected, said that the roto-tilling was really hard, and that he was charging $900. I should have called him out on this, but he had brought his young (approx. 10 or 11 year old) son with him on the job; so I did not want to embarrass him. Now, after planting some new scrubs in the area he worked, I am realizing that the roto-tilling being **really hard** actually meant **it was really hard, so I just did not do it**. There are roots on the surface of the area completely intact, and a few inches under the surface some roots 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter, as well as rocks and large terra-cotta pots pieces that I am having to dig out by hand. I even had to buy a special shovel that could cut through roots to be able to plant anything. Bottom line - did not do all the work he contracted to do and charged more than what he originally quoted to actually do everything including the work he clearly did not do."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Dallas, TX

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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