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Lilco Construction Inc
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving East Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lilco has done numerous jobs here to our Satisfaction. Owner is honest, knowledgeable about various home construction projects and easy to work with. Bring your own vision or let him help you bring a general goal/vision to life. He’s been able to help me troubleshoot with success."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Roy Targia Masonry
4.6(
199
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving East Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

"I can’t speak highly enough of the job and the experience. The workmanship of the retaining wall was exceptional - beautiful beyond even what I expected. The team was great while on site - I actually had another mason stop by for something else and tell me what a great job they were doing putting plastic down, keeping thing tidy, etc. when it was time to go they went above and beyond clearing unwanted foliage and taking away some extra stone. Fantastic experience."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Healthy Way Waterproofing & Mold Remediation LLC
4.4(
104
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving East Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"From Start to finish this completely professional. I scheduled my appointment with a very helpful client rep and they made sure that I got my inspection scheduled and everything after that was seamless! Thank you! Highly Recommend them!!!"
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Breaking Ground Earthworks
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving East Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Zach and his company. He did an incredible job and transformed my backyard! He removed and installed new shrubs and trees along with installing down spout extensions and a dry well. He was also very kind, communicative and affordable"
Response time2 days
Avatar for DOUBLE TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL SERVICES
DOUBLE TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL SERVICES
4.8(
21
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving East Rutherford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Double Tree is Awesome. Eddy  is amazing in the
tree. He took down a very large pine tree that was breaking my driveway
and ground the stump. His crew cleaned my entire front yard of sticks,
leaves and pine needles. They even cleaned the driveway, walkway and
front porch. My yard looks beautiful now. They are friendly, knowledgable, professional
 and caring as if the trees were their own.I recommend them to everyone,
my family, friends, neighbors and co-workers. Very professional. I will
hire them again for future trees.
"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in East Rutherford, NJ

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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