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Elite Excavating LLC

2193 Smith Road
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Elite Excavating LLC

2193 Smith Road
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32 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

Dreaming of a smooth driveway, a pristine building site, or need responsible demolition services? Elite Excavating LLC expertly handles all your excavating and grading needs. We are a fully insured contractor dedicated to providing top-notch service, from clearing land to meticulous site preparation and beyond. Discover the difference quality workmanship makes for your next project!

Dreaming of a smooth driveway, a pristine building site, or need responsible demolition services? Elite Excavating LLC expertly handles all your excavating and grading needs. We are a fully insured contractor dedicated to providing top-notch service, from clearing land to meticulous site preparation and beyond. Discover the difference quality workmanship makes for your next project!


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Ledgerock Builders, LLC

1405 East Shilhon Road
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Ledgerock Builders, LLC

1405 East Shilhon Road
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4 years of experience
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LEDGEROCK BUILDERS LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

LEDGEROCK BUILDERS LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


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Skyline Contractors, LLC

9601 W Skyline Pkwy
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Skyline Contractors, LLC

9601 W Skyline Pkwy
4.33(
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26 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Located in Duluth Minnesota, Skyline Contractors offers services from general dirt work, driveways, land clearing, digging ponds, building pads, utilities, etc. we also do snow removal and plowing, as well as sanding for both commercial and residential.

"Very professional, completed work in a timely manner, cleared our property, put in a driveway and did our house pad, everything turned out exceptional. Would highly recommend and will use on future projects."

Brantley S on March 2025

Located in Duluth Minnesota, Skyline Contractors offers services from general dirt work, driveways, land clearing, digging ponds, building pads, utilities, etc. we also do snow removal and plowing, as well as sanding for both commercial and residential.

"Very professional, completed work in a timely manner, cleared our property, put in a driveway and did our house pad, everything turned out exceptional. Would highly recommend and will use on future projects."

Brantley S on March 2025


Leigh Thomas Construction

257 North Cloquet Road East
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Leigh Thomas Construction

257 North Cloquet Road East
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11 local quotes requested

Welcome to Leigh Thomas Construction. In business since 1996, with over 26 years of experience, we take great pride in the quality of our work and guarantee customer satisfaction. We service all of Duluth and Carlton County. We specialize in a range of home improvement projects from remodeling, to roofing and custom carpentry.

"The workers are fantastic. Everyone was so pleasant. They clean up after themselves. They all work so well together."

Erica W on June 2024

Welcome to Leigh Thomas Construction. In business since 1996, with over 26 years of experience, we take great pride in the quality of our work and guarantee customer satisfaction. We service all of Duluth and Carlton County. We specialize in a range of home improvement projects from remodeling, to roofing and custom carpentry.

"The workers are fantastic. Everyone was so pleasant. They clean up after themselves. They all work so well together."

Erica W on June 2024


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Budreau Companies

32337 172nd St. Princeton, MN 55371
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Budreau Companies

32337 172nd St. Princeton, MN 55371
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1 years of experience

At Budreau Companies LLC, we specialize in providing top-quality fiberglass pools tailored to your backyard oasis dreams. As an authorized dealer, we offer a comprehensive range of services that include: Pool Shell Supply: We offer high-quality fiberglass pool shells, with over 30 models of pools and spas available, designed for long-lasting enjoyment for you and your family. Excavation Services: Our team handles all aspects of excavation, ensuring a precise and efficient pool hole that meets industry standards. Professional Installation: Our team is dedicated to their workmanship, providing a seamless installation process that transforms your outdoor space. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. We understand that investing in a pool is a significant decision, which is why we prioritize clear communication and transparency throughout the entire process. At Budreau Companies LLC, we stand by our work and stand by the quality we provide. Your happiness with your new pool is our top priority, and we strive to exceed your expectations from start to finish. Transform your backyard into a paradise with Budreau Companies LLC—where quality meets satisfaction!

"Excellent. All work was done proficiently and professionally and at a reasonable rate. I highly recommend this company."

Clarence A. M on May 2025

At Budreau Companies LLC, we specialize in providing top-quality fiberglass pools tailored to your backyard oasis dreams. As an authorized dealer, we offer a comprehensive range of services that include: Pool Shell Supply: We offer high-quality fiberglass pool shells, with over 30 models of pools and spas available, designed for long-lasting enjoyment for you and your family. Excavation Services: Our team handles all aspects of excavation, ensuring a precise and efficient pool hole that meets industry standards. Professional Installation: Our team is dedicated to their workmanship, providing a seamless installation process that transforms your outdoor space. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. We understand that investing in a pool is a significant decision, which is why we prioritize clear communication and transparency throughout the entire process. At Budreau Companies LLC, we stand by our work and stand by the quality we provide. Your happiness with your new pool is our top priority, and we strive to exceed your expectations from start to finish. Transform your backyard into a paradise with Budreau Companies LLC—where quality meets satisfaction!

"Excellent. All work was done proficiently and professionally and at a reasonable rate. I highly recommend this company."

Clarence A. M on May 2025


Gilberg Excavating LLC

4401 Pitt St
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Gilberg Excavating LLC

4401 Pitt St
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We are a small excavation company that mainly deals with driveway repair, New lawns and repair all the way to site clearing and care for your property including brush cutting. We have been in business for 3 years now and counting. We are owner/operator so you know we will do the best we can to make sure everything is up to your standards or even more.

We are a small excavation company that mainly deals with driveway repair, New lawns and repair all the way to site clearing and care for your property including brush cutting. We have been in business for 3 years now and counting. We are owner/operator so you know we will do the best we can to make sure everything is up to your standards or even more.


1 call construction

1109 Prospect Ave W
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1 call construction

1109 Prospect Ave W
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26 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated company with 6 employees. We do take credit cards (master, discover, & visa)

We are a family owned and operated company with 6 employees. We do take credit cards (master, discover, & visa)


PETERSON SEPTIC PUMPING

PO BOX 16374
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PETERSON SEPTIC PUMPING

PO BOX 16374
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Sinko Excavating & Septic LLC

714 NW 7th St
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Sinko Excavating & Septic LLC

714 NW 7th St
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Sinko Excavating & Septic has served the Iron Range for over 20 years providing Septic Design, Installation, and Inspection. Locally owned and operated Sinko Excavating & Septic's services include: •

Sinko Excavating & Septic has served the Iron Range for over 20 years providing Septic Design, Installation, and Inspection. Locally owned and operated Sinko Excavating & Septic's services include: •


3-D Construction

Cloquet
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3-D Construction

Cloquet
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Excavating, Sewer & Septic Service - Design, Inspection and Installation, Water Lines, Asphalt Repair, Site Preparation, Demolition, supply and financing Sewer & Septic Service, Demolition Service, Sewer & Septic Inspection, Septic System Installation, Water Lines

Excavating, Sewer & Septic Service - Design, Inspection and Installation, Water Lines, Asphalt Repair, Site Preparation, Demolition, supply and financing Sewer & Septic Service, Demolition Service, Sewer & Septic Inspection, Septic System Installation, Water Lines

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Duluth, MN

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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