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Jones Country Services
4.7(
23
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Serving East-Arlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rick is professional, solutions-oriented and easy to work with. He completed the work (a front deck removal and addition) as promised and on time. The work required some creativity and Rick worked with us to determine the best solution. Overall we are very pleased with his work and will look to him for future jobs."
Deck
Small deck
Deck
Deck
Deck

+61

Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Forever Excavating
5.0(
5
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Serving East-Arlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired Forever Excavating after getting several quotes. The job was to prep for a large patio, excavation for a French drain, and to do some re-grading in my backyard. They offered very competitive pricing and are a small, local, veteran owned and operated company so I decided to go with them and I couldn't be happier with the results. The project was completed on time and on budget. My family and I look forward to enjoying our new yard and will absolutely be hiring Forever Excavating for any future projects we may need accomplished."
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Land Clearing
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+5

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Stevens Roofing & Siding
3.9(
48
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Serving East-Arlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Responsed quickly, visited job site within 48hrs and completed work the same day! We are very pleased with thorough job and professional attitude."
golf course
golf course
golf course
golf course
golf course

+34

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
QPearce Excavation and Land Clearing
5.0(
1
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Serving East-Arlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

QPearce Excavation and Land Clearing 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. Please give us a call today!\n

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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D.R Guilmette Landworks
New to Angi

Serving East-Arlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

D.R Guilmette Landworks has extensive experience working with various areas of land developing. From building site preparation, to new patios for an existing home, our company can do it all.

32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Mossman Land Management
New to Angi

Serving East-Arlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

-Grading \n-Excavation\n-Drainage \n-Seeding\n-Material removal\n-Fencing \n\nWe work hard as a team to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. With a reliable and dedicated team, we look forward to working with you on your next project. All questions and or inquires are always welcome!\n\nWe specialize in grading, drainage, excavation, fencing, landscape design/ideas, and general lawn maintenance.

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mike Massey Logging & Excavating
5.0(
5
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Serving East-Arlington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was outstanding service. He was really a reliable guy. He finish pretty intense project and he was very creative and run excavating like a professional. Price was pretty good and outstanding quality. He follows up and stays there until job done. He gave heads up when he's coming. Very professional and runs a clean business and takes it seriously."
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+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rail City Hauling and Removal
5.0(
5
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Serving East-Arlington, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The lawn grading went very well. They were here when they said they would be and graded it so I would have no run off onto the lawn and they brought there own equipment and now I have a full lawn with green grass"
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Backyard Reconstruction for Pool and Batting Cage Pad
Saratoga West Mobile Home Park
Troy Patio and Sidewalk

+74

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in East-Arlington, VT

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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