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Avatar for Thorpe Site Solutions
Thorpe Site Solutions
5.0(
11
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Thorpe Site Solutions for a big land clearing project and I was blown away by the results. Harry handled everything with his Bobcat like a pro — he cleared brush, leveled the ground, and even hauled away all the debris with their dump trailer. Fast, clean, and efficient. If you need land cleared, this is the team to call!!"
Driveway Repair
Driveway Repair
Home Edition
Home Edition
Home Edition

+5

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.6(
62
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First time experience amazing results. Communication was clear and followed through from the beginning starting with the call. I had reached out to four prior company's. All there quotes were more then double. I will be a return costumer for any future home repair projects ."
Remodeling - General Project
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Remodeling - General Project
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Additional Photos

+5

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Curry Outdoors, Inc.
5.0(
8
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They responded promptly to our urgent need to clear an alleyway behind our house. Caring and respectful staff. Knowledgeable, skillful and professional in their work."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PG Excavating, LLC
4.5(
18
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is the best business we have ever worked with! Sean was responsive, professional and incredibly helpful every step of the way. He is very knowledgeable of what needs to be done, and educates you throughout the process. Our job (the installation of an EPA septic system) was completed quickly, efficiently, and without incident. We had to contact numerous companies to work toward getting this job done. Many didn't even return calls. Many were unresponsive once they had been out. Two acted as though we were at their whim and totally unimportant. P&G appreciates, respects and works to do all they can to HELP their customers. We are so pleased with their business acumen! Hiring P&G for your job will be the best move you could make! Amazing work, fair pricing, and the most pleasant to work with!"
Drain & Downspouts
Driveway
Small bridge
Catch Basin Drainage
French Drain

+4

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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AJM AG LLC
4.7(
10
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Needed yard leveled so that I could build a patio. He had the work complete within 1 day and was an able to do it without damaging the surrounding yard! He came highly recommended for a reason!"
Cool mornings
Clean for now
Sleepy time
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for REDLINE EXCAVATION AND LANDSCAPE, LLC
REDLINE EXCAVATION AND LANDSCAPE, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I needed land cleared for a large garden. Redline came in, tilled up my existing ground, added sand to help with drainage and to build up the low spots. The owner was quick to respond, showed up the next day, and knocked out the project in one day! I could not be happier with the work completed, or how seamless the process was from start to finish. I would recommend Redline to everyone!"
Project Photos
Project Photos
Project Photos
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kelley Bros Utility
5.0(
8
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We specialize in excavation, land clearing, grading, gravel, and underground utilities.

Gallery
P&G Elevator Project
P&G Elevator Project
Utility install
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S&A Land Clearing
5.0(
1
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very, very happy with this pro. They were prompt and completed the job in minimum time. What they said they would do, they did, and they always kept me updated. A real joy to have met these young men and I would hire them again without question."
S&A
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DF Homes
4.8(
8
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Serving Dayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I hired Drew to paint and replace the trim in my living room. He responded quickly to my request for a quote and was very friendly and professional. Unfortunately, the quality of the work did not meet my expectations. After he painted there were several areas where it had not been sanded down enough so the patching showed through the paint. In addition, when he sanded he did not cover anything so there was dust all over my living room, kitchen and dining room. He did vacuum but it did not get up everything and so I had to mop several times and had to wipe down furniture, counters and appliances. Lastly, I had to pay extra to have someone come and haul away all of the old trim. I assumed it would be part of the job. In fairness, it was not in the quote but I felt like that should have been made clear. Drew is a really nice guy, seems like he is just starting out because he did not have all of the tools he needed. Again, a really nice guy, he worked hard, it just was not the result I was expecting. And now I am paying someone else to do the job over again."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Dayton, OH

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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