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East Coast Services LLC

13 Old Farms Lane Unit 13
4.96(
15
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•Approved Pro

East Coast Services LLC

13 Old Farms Lane Unit 13
4.96(
15
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
15 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

East Coast Services LLC Your Trusted Partner for Facility Maintenance & Snow Removal Services in Connecticut & New York. At East Coast Services LLC, we are more than just a landscaping and snow removal service. We are a vital partner in the commercial and residential construction world. With years of experience working alongside contractors, property developers, and business owners, we provide essential services that help design, build and maintain any type of property.

"WOW! Kevin and the East Coast team cleared away 40 years of overgrowth in just two days! Communication, Commitment, Competence, and Courtesy are what they are all about. I definitely will be using their services again. "

Peter G on July 2025

East Coast Services LLC Your Trusted Partner for Facility Maintenance & Snow Removal Services in Connecticut & New York. At East Coast Services LLC, we are more than just a landscaping and snow removal service. We are a vital partner in the commercial and residential construction world. With years of experience working alongside contractors, property developers, and business owners, we provide essential services that help design, build and maintain any type of property.

"WOW! Kevin and the East Coast team cleared away 40 years of overgrowth in just two days! Communication, Commitment, Competence, and Courtesy are what they are all about. I definitely will be using their services again. "

Peter G on July 2025

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FS Sanchez Landscaping LLC

23 Victor St
4.78(
9
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•Approved Pro

FS Sanchez Landscaping LLC

23 Victor St
4.78(
9
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
118 local quotes requested

We are a small, family owned operated full service landscaping company. Aside from all of your landscaping needs, we also specialize in, hardscaping, rock walls, paver and concrete patios, decks, new driveway construction and more! We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today! We carry a home improvement license and we are fully insured.

"Job done well, on time."

Frank R on March 2024

We are a small, family owned operated full service landscaping company. Aside from all of your landscaping needs, we also specialize in, hardscaping, rock walls, paver and concrete patios, decks, new driveway construction and more! We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today! We carry a home improvement license and we are fully insured.

"Job done well, on time."

Frank R on March 2024

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Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc.

1 Nutmeg Valley Raod
4.50(
4
)
•Approved Pro

Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc.

1 Nutmeg Valley Raod
4.50(
4
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
70 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc. We are a family owned General Building Contractors serving the Greater Waterbury Connecticut area since 1955. Our service includes all kinds of remodeling, renovations, and services work of residential, commercial and industrial properties. We are fully insured and certified. Our quick and responsive service and our dedicated personnel are ready to serve your needs with complete satisfaction. Visit our website for more information on what we can do to improve or fix your home or business! http://www.tgianni.com

"My review of the work I have had done by Thomas Gianni & Sons Inc.. They really did a great job of working on my property. I call their office and asked to get some excavation of removing a couple of tree stumps in my yard and to put down approx. 20 yds. of gravel in an area near my shed. It was just about three or four days and they call me back to confirm to come out the next day, June 22. Their employee came by early in the morning and went over all the project. Figured out what equipment he needed and measured up for the materials and started the work about an hour later. He was very cautious and caring about minimal damaging to the yard. After removing the stumps he graded the surrounding area with the machine to the point where I only needed to rake it out to plant new grass. The gravel was put down flat and clean; not a mess. I would definitely hire them again."

Paul T on June 2020

Welcome to Thomas Gianni & Sons, Inc. We are a family owned General Building Contractors serving the Greater Waterbury Connecticut area since 1955. Our service includes all kinds of remodeling, renovations, and services work of residential, commercial and industrial properties. We are fully insured and certified. Our quick and responsive service and our dedicated personnel are ready to serve your needs with complete satisfaction. Visit our website for more information on what we can do to improve or fix your home or business! http://www.tgianni.com

"My review of the work I have had done by Thomas Gianni & Sons Inc.. They really did a great job of working on my property. I call their office and asked to get some excavation of removing a couple of tree stumps in my yard and to put down approx. 20 yds. of gravel in an area near my shed. It was just about three or four days and they call me back to confirm to come out the next day, June 22. Their employee came by early in the morning and went over all the project. Figured out what equipment he needed and measured up for the materials and started the work about an hour later. He was very cautious and caring about minimal damaging to the yard. After removing the stumps he graded the surrounding area with the machine to the point where I only needed to rake it out to plant new grass. The gravel was put down flat and clean; not a mess. I would definitely hire them again."

Paul T on June 2020

PROCRETE CONSTRUCTION

203 S STONE ST
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PROCRETE CONSTRUCTION

203 S STONE ST
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36 years of experience

Concrete and excavation contracting company established in 1989. Serving Hartford county and surrounding area's.

Concrete and excavation contracting company established in 1989. Serving Hartford county and surrounding area's.

A Kreta & Son Tree & Stump Removal

75 Val Dr
5.00(
35
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A Kreta & Son Tree & Stump Removal

75 Val Dr
5.00(
35
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated tree company located in Stratford, CT and serve all of Fairfield County. With over 30 years of experience our crew is highly skilled in the field of tree removal and are comfortable doing any job placed in front of us.With a certified arborist on staff we are able to offer cabling/bracing and trimming services. We also specialize in the most advanced removals and have all the equipment to do the job safe and efficiently. But our biggest focus is making you the customers happy with the end result of the job, and we strive to do so.

"Excellent job. Very good communications. We had to reschedule the date due to rain. Not a problem. A. Kreta arrived on time. Very professional crew. Very clean and careful. I would not hesitate to recommend and hire again. Thanks Andrew and crew!"

Bill P on May 2021

We are a family owned and operated tree company located in Stratford, CT and serve all of Fairfield County. With over 30 years of experience our crew is highly skilled in the field of tree removal and are comfortable doing any job placed in front of us.With a certified arborist on staff we are able to offer cabling/bracing and trimming services. We also specialize in the most advanced removals and have all the equipment to do the job safe and efficiently. But our biggest focus is making you the customers happy with the end result of the job, and we strive to do so.

"Excellent job. Very good communications. We had to reschedule the date due to rain. Not a problem. A. Kreta arrived on time. Very professional crew. Very clean and careful. I would not hesitate to recommend and hire again. Thanks Andrew and crew!"

Bill P on May 2021

A-1 Quality Rooter

240 Fairway Dr
5.00(
1
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A-1 Quality Rooter

240 Fairway Dr
5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Additional phone - (860) 346-4155.

Additional phone - (860) 346-4155.

connecticut landscape & construction,llc

116 Ayers Road
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connecticut landscape & construction,llc

116 Ayers Road
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25 years of experience

we are a company that take great pride in all our designs and insallation of work we provide our customers and go above and beyond all installation requirments from manufacturers to insure our customers are recriveing the best quality possible

we are a company that take great pride in all our designs and insallation of work we provide our customers and go above and beyond all installation requirments from manufacturers to insure our customers are recriveing the best quality possible

Seaview Custom Homes LLC

308 Pettipaug Rd
4.83(
87
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Seaview Custom Homes LLC

308 Pettipaug Rd
4.83(
87
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Quality roofing, siding and general contracting at competitive prices. At Seaview Custom Homes, LLC, we offer a wide range of renovation services designed to enhance your property. From installing wood and vinyl siding to all-new decks and patios, we do it all. Additionally, we offer convenient roofing services for home and business owners throughout the state. Residential & Commercial. 24 hour emergency services. Serving the shoreline since 1980. Licensed and Insured (CT License #609268). All work guaranteed. Additional phone number - (860) 857-7600. Additional DBA - Seaview Home Improvement LLC, Seaview Home and Roofing, Seaview Roofing. Award winning. Alternate Phone: (860) 399-8306

"It went very smooth and they showed up ahead schedule and finished on time."

John N on August 2019

Quality roofing, siding and general contracting at competitive prices. At Seaview Custom Homes, LLC, we offer a wide range of renovation services designed to enhance your property. From installing wood and vinyl siding to all-new decks and patios, we do it all. Additionally, we offer convenient roofing services for home and business owners throughout the state. Residential & Commercial. 24 hour emergency services. Serving the shoreline since 1980. Licensed and Insured (CT License #609268). All work guaranteed. Additional phone number - (860) 857-7600. Additional DBA - Seaview Home Improvement LLC, Seaview Home and Roofing, Seaview Roofing. Award winning. Alternate Phone: (860) 399-8306

"It went very smooth and they showed up ahead schedule and finished on time."

John N on August 2019

T and G Services

6 Root Ave.
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T and G Services

6 Root Ave.
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13 years of experience

we are a small company just starting out... we have 6 employees with a total of 40yrs experience in all that we do.

we are a small company just starting out... we have 6 employees with a total of 40yrs experience in all that we do.

Tanks Be Gone

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Tanks Be Gone

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38 years of experience

Tanks Be Gone is a full service Oil Tank Removal Company dedicated to serving the needs of Connecticut residents. With over 25 years of experience in residential properties, you can be sure that the removal process will be efficient, timely and performed in a professional like manner.

Tanks Be Gone is a full service Oil Tank Removal Company dedicated to serving the needs of Connecticut residents. With over 25 years of experience in residential properties, you can be sure that the removal process will be efficient, timely and performed in a professional like manner.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Derby, CT

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.

The Derby, CT homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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