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Avatar for A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
4.7(
223
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Denver, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This family is simply the best! They helped me build a fence in my back yard and another for my dogs. Everything was beautiful and dealing with them was a breeze on every level. I will use them for any other project I need in the future, absolutely love them!!! 5 stars!"
Pine Tree
Start of Project
AP Bucket Truck
Midway Point
Ground Work

+21

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Canyon Dirt Works, LLC
Canyon Dirt Works, LLC
4.9(
26
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Denver, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Prompt and excellent job done of grading our dirt road and creating drainage ditches, clearing muck from horse runs. We are extremely pleased w the outcome. Thanks Chris!!!"
After
After
After Front
Back
Entry portion road

+32

Response time10 hrs
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for KAVOD Excavation LLC
KAVOD Excavation LLC
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Denver, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jake and John provided demolition services for a minor subdivision in Englewood. They did an outstanding job. The job was completed on time and on budget without any surprises. I am getting ready to build a minor subdivision on the lot where they completed the demolition work. I am happy to say that they will be doing the excavation, foundations, flat work and landscaping for this project. I highly recommend them because they do a great job, have high standards and are great communicators. Thank you Jake and John! www.Kavodx.com is the real deal."
Sedelia Custom home
Arvada custom home
Denver polo club
Ravenna custom home
Castle pines utilities

+2

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for The Wonder Cleaners LLC
The Wonder Cleaners LLC
4.9(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Denver, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Terrific value

"Saul showed up with a crew every day and worked diligently on my bathroom project. His wife also helped with sourcing materials and design. I’m very happy with how this whole project turned out!"
Deep clean bathroom
Deep clean bathroom
Deep clean bathroom
Deep clean bathroom
Deep clean bathroom

+5

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Denver, 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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