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JW's Landscape Construction, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John Welch and his crew did an amazing job on our yard and they had a lot of work to do! They are very professional and easy to work with. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a really good landscaper! Great job and many thanks! Billy C."
 Paver driveway drainage failing
 Old fronty entry
 New Home with no walkway
 Building a stone wall on the water in Dover
 Landscape timbers falling down

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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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CZMGT LLC
5.0(
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Christian to remove tree stumps on our property. He gave us a price the next day and started work within a week. His work ethic is incredible—he left the site spotless and communicated clearly every step of the way. Since then, he’s regraded our driveway, removed an old chicken coop, and cleared brush. It’s safe to say Christian is our go-to contractor now."
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Response time8 hrs
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Tobey Earth Materials & Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Tobey Earth Materials & Excavation 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.

Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Alliance company
New to Angi

Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Owned and operated by Jide Williams, Alliance is a full-service site preparation and excavation company. We specialize in transforming raw land into build-ready sites through expert grading, land clearing, and demolition. Whether you need materials delivered, debris hauled out, or complex tank and stump removal, we provide the heavy equipment and the "lead contractor" expertise to keep your project on schedule and on budget.

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Garland Trucking And Property Maintenance
New to Angi

Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Easy going property care and maintenance company \nFast responding \nHonest work and communication \nSpring and fall clean ups \nResidential material hauling\nDemo\nLawn care \nLandscaping\nAnd a lot more!\nWe work for you!\n

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J Stefan Contracting
4.6(
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Serving Exeter, NH and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and courteous until I contacted them about problems with the work. I was supposed to have 2-1/2 of compacted asphalt when complete. Less that a year later I have weeds popping up through the pavement and its clear the pavement was less than an inch thick."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Exeter, NH

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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