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Building site preparation and clearing pros in Edmonds

Avatar for Always Active Services, LLC
Always Active Services, LLC
321 Northeast 60th Street
4.92(
6
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Always Active Services, LLC
321 Northeast 60th Street
4.92(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
10 years of experience

leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"They were wonderful to work with. Great communication and great price. I would definitely use them again."

Gabriella N on December 2023

leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"They were wonderful to work with. Great communication and great price. I would definitely use them again."

Gabriella N on December 2023


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Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.
10936 Rainier Avenue South
4.97(
16
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Gaston Bros. Excavating, Inc.
10936 Rainier Avenue South
4.97(
16
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

GBE has over 44 years of experience in the utility, demolition and excavation industry around the greater Seattle area. If you want your exterior home or business project completed efficiently and on budget, give the owner Gary Gaston a call. He will personally meet with you on site and walk you through every detail from start to finish so your project runs smoothly. We look forward to working with you!

"No none sense! Super skilled! Beyond expectations."

John B on July 2024

GBE has over 44 years of experience in the utility, demolition and excavation industry around the greater Seattle area. If you want your exterior home or business project completed efficiently and on budget, give the owner Gary Gaston a call. He will personally meet with you on site and walk you through every detail from start to finish so your project runs smoothly. We look forward to working with you!

"No none sense! Super skilled! Beyond expectations."

John B on July 2024


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ProWorks Enterprises
PO Box 373
4.71(
21
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ProWorks Enterprises
PO Box 373
4.71(
21
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

ProWorks Enterprises is a general contractor offering residential, commercial, and government services on the Kitsap Peninsula and surrounding areas. Our company is built on the principles of high quality work, high quality materials, and excellent service. We're not always the cheapest option, but we provide the best value by using materials and practices that are long-lasting, low-maintenance, and environmentally friendly. Our in-house specialties include excavation, remodeling, concrete, retaining walls, landscaping, and more. ProWorks Enterprises is a 100% Veteran Owned and Operated Business. With our backgrounds of military and law enforcement, we also offer security consulting and construction services to keep your home and business safe.

"They really do excellent work and staff are friendly andr very professional. I'm a satisfied customer and I highly recommend them."

Bill Q on October 2024

ProWorks Enterprises is a general contractor offering residential, commercial, and government services on the Kitsap Peninsula and surrounding areas. Our company is built on the principles of high quality work, high quality materials, and excellent service. We're not always the cheapest option, but we provide the best value by using materials and practices that are long-lasting, low-maintenance, and environmentally friendly. Our in-house specialties include excavation, remodeling, concrete, retaining walls, landscaping, and more. ProWorks Enterprises is a 100% Veteran Owned and Operated Business. With our backgrounds of military and law enforcement, we also offer security consulting and construction services to keep your home and business safe.

"They really do excellent work and staff are friendly andr very professional. I'm a satisfied customer and I highly recommend them."

Bill Q on October 2024


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Extra Mile Construction LLC
8020 ROBE MENZEL RD
5.00(
2
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Extra Mile Construction LLC
8020 ROBE MENZEL RD
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Job was done well. Will be having them do more work in the future including installing our septic, drainage and land scraping. Prices are reasonable. Would highly recommend this business. "

Laura L on May 2025

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Job was done well. Will be having them do more work in the future including installing our septic, drainage and land scraping. Prices are reasonable. Would highly recommend this business. "

Laura L on May 2025


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LDT Contracting, LLC
18016 177TH AVE SE
5.00(
1
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LDT Contracting, LLC
18016 177TH AVE SE
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

LDT Contracting, LLC brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your land clearing projects. We have over 4 years experience delivering unsurpassed professionalism, expertise, and value. We take pride in providing our customers with personalized customer service, the highest industry standards, and top quality workmanship. References available upon request. Give us a call today!

"Liam and his team did great. Came and wrapped up what needed to get done. It was refreshing to see the team show up excited to work."

Jack D on November 2024

LDT Contracting, LLC brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your land clearing projects. We have over 4 years experience delivering unsurpassed professionalism, expertise, and value. We take pride in providing our customers with personalized customer service, the highest industry standards, and top quality workmanship. References available upon request. Give us a call today!

"Liam and his team did great. Came and wrapped up what needed to get done. It was refreshing to see the team show up excited to work."

Jack D on November 2024


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Dolen Construction LLC
14201 SE Petrovitsky Rd
5.00(
5
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Dolen Construction LLC
14201 SE Petrovitsky Rd
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Dolen Construction is a full-service Construction Company dedicated to serving all our customer’s needs. Having more than 30 years’ experience in the construction industry, our in-house experts are sure to have an answer to all your construction desires! We have customers in both the residential and commercial sectors serving large and small clients alike. Call us today for a quote or job walk, we look forward to working with you!!

"Professional, efficient and effective!"

Geoff S on June 2025

Dolen Construction is a full-service Construction Company dedicated to serving all our customer’s needs. Having more than 30 years’ experience in the construction industry, our in-house experts are sure to have an answer to all your construction desires! We have customers in both the residential and commercial sectors serving large and small clients alike. Call us today for a quote or job walk, we look forward to working with you!!

"Professional, efficient and effective!"

Geoff S on June 2025


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A Plus Dirt Works Excavation, LLC
12632 NE 2nd Street
5.00(
6
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A Plus Dirt Works Excavation, LLC
12632 NE 2nd Street
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

A PLUS DIRT WORKS EXCAVATION 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.

"Showed up on time and completed the job on budget and did a great job in difficult conditions."

Sean H on December 2024

A PLUS DIRT WORKS EXCAVATION 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.

"Showed up on time and completed the job on budget and did a great job in difficult conditions."

Sean H on December 2024


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Iron Earth Construction LLC
115 West Hill Street
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Iron Earth Construction LLC
115 West Hill Street
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
84 local quotes requested

We are 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

"Very accommodating and great service and product"

sally k on September 2023

We are 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

"Very accommodating and great service and product"

sally k on September 2023


DirtRaptor
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DirtRaptor
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
219 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

With over 17 years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

With over 17 years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.


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Versant Excavation
5.00(
17
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Approved Pro
Versant Excavation
5.00(
17
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

Versant Excavation specializes in land clearing and debris removal, gravel driveway maintenance, drainage installation, trenching, erosion control, construction site prep, and more. We specialize in excavating services and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent work, very polite and professional."

Les K on June 2025

Versant Excavation specializes in land clearing and debris removal, gravel driveway maintenance, drainage installation, trenching, erosion control, construction site prep, and more. We specialize in excavating services and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Excellent work, very polite and professional."

Les K on June 2025

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Edmonds, WA

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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