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Top-Rated Building site preparation and clearing pros in Encino - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for BRG Properties, Inc.
BRG Properties, Inc.
4.9(
30
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Encino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bryan came to work with a can do attitude and a hard work ethic. He arrived on time as scheduled, He immediately began to work and was able to clean out six rooms of furniture within four and half hour period. I will definitely use Bryan again in the near future. I would definitely recommend him for his services."
Concrete removal
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+5

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
KP Earthwork & Paving
3.6(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Encino, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken is very knowledgeable and professional. My backyard was not draining well in the last rain after a garage extension. He graded the soil and built a paving stone walkway. When I couldn't find anyone to put sods on the soil, he took on the job and did a great job. I am very happy with the work."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SES Builders inc
5.0(
97
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Encino, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SES is the best company you can think of when it comes to remodeling your house. I finished my project 6 months ago and the communication was great. Maiia from the office kept on following up with every question we had. We had the SES app that we communicated easier and saw pictures of our project throughout the process. We live half of the year in Russia and due to COVID we couldn't come back so it took a while until we were able to see how it came out. Job was done properly, they cleaned the house when they finished and it was a pleasure to do business with them."
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+33

Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for BG Construction & Remodeling Inc
BG Construction & Remodeling Inc
4.9(
51
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Encino, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went very well. This is the reason we have hired BG Construction several times over the past few years & very recently to help us with new projects. Always fine quality work, wonderful trustworthy workers, (same people work for this company for years), responsive to all questions & concerns. On time daily & in concluding the job."
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+19

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Landscape West Enterprises Inc
Landscape West Enterprises Inc
5.0(
29
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Encino, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

"John and his team did a great job on our backyard. John was very knowledgeable and had great suggestions and made sure we got what we wanted in the simple and clean look we were going for. We appreciated that they worked quickly and got the project done in about a week even during the heatwave we were experiencing at the time. He even came back to fix an issue with the turf that had been caused by the heat after the job was completed. It's so nice not seeing any more dirt and we are very happy to be able to fully enjoy our simple, low maintenance back yard."
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+156

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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US Home Developers Inc
4.5(
587
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Encino, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"US Home Developers was great to work with. Quick and responsive. From customer service scheduling Daniel to do a site visit to laying out plan/design ideas. Daniel knows his craft. We will have US Home Developers on speed dial for our next project!"
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+45

Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc
Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc
4.5(
364
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Encino, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

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When my tenant of 7 years moved out, I wanted to finally remove the horrible bathtub and dated tile in the bathroom and put in a step in shower with sliding glass doors.  The bathroom itself is very small and the tub with shower curtain made the room feel cramped and not elegant and I knew would hold me back from asking the rent that I wanted to get when I put it back on the market.  Additionally, there was a full-sized window in the shower that was perfect when the house was constructed in 1926, but had become an eyesore and a maintenance problem.  I had always fantasized about having it removed.

As a female landlord, it's common for me to be treated like I'm an idiot by contractors when it comes to projects like this, and, true to form, the numerous contractors I spoke to about the project all lived up to my past experiences, eyeballing the project in a superior manner and quoting me horrendous prices.  Except Asaf.  He came to the house twice to talk to me about what he could do and showed me pictures of many other projects he's done in older houses like mine that looked spectacular, and treated me like I have both a brain and a vision of what I wanted the end result would be.  He let me have full control over the colors and materials and gave me the timeframe of when I needed to have all the materials ready to go in.  And then he made it happen.  His crew showed up everyday when they said they would and within 10 days that horrible tub was gone, the new shower took shape, was hot mopped and sealed and then the tile went it.  The window disappeared and in its place a structure was built to make the wall look as if there was never a window there at all.

Asaf was spectacular to work with.  He helped me select some accent materials that upgraded the tile to look really nice without exceeding the tone and character of the rest of the apartment.  He was very responsive as small considerations developed throughout the process and questions arose.  His guys kept the site clean and were friendly and welcoming when I came by to look at the progress - I really looked forward to seeing the changes develop every day.  The resulting shower far exceeded what I had originally envisioned and as a result, I'm having Asaf and Regal replace the countertops and tile work in the kitchen, with tile accents to match the accents in the bathroom and tie all of the updates together.  Many thanks to Regal for their amazing work, great team and creating a shower that not only allows me to get more rent for the apartment, but enhances the value of the house and extends it's life.


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+163

Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for YD Construction & Development, Inc.
YD Construction & Development, Inc.
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Encino, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

"it went smoothly. Organized schedule. Contractor always on top of sub-contractors. Clean, neat, very responsible. No trash, bottles or smoking. always available by phone for questions and would respond immediately. The craftsmanship and quality of the work is exceptional. I am extremely happy. I have an on going conversation and relationship with the contractor and I would hire him again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Encino, CA

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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