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Building site preparation and clearing pros in Forest-Knolls

Castaneda Grading & Excavating
2340 Sophia Drive
5.00(
19
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Castaneda Grading & Excavating
2340 Sophia Drive
5.00(
19
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

Over 4 years experience, started business last year, always on time, good communicator, detail-oriented, 100% customer satisfaction 6-5 M-Saturday

"Great team ang excellent work"

Mike w on October 2024

Over 4 years experience, started business last year, always on time, good communicator, detail-oriented, 100% customer satisfaction 6-5 M-Saturday

"Great team ang excellent work"

Mike w on October 2024


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M P Excavating & Engineering
PO Box 5068
4.79(
12
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M P Excavating & Engineering
PO Box 5068
4.79(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

Here at MP Excavating and Engineering we are a full service licensed excavation and general ground work contractor. No projects is out of our wheelhouse and we pride ourselves on keeping all of our jobs running smoothly and under budget. Call now for a free estimate.

"MP Excavating did a great job for me. They have a hardworking crew and the owner is a pleasure to work with. "

Charlie K on June 2025

Here at MP Excavating and Engineering we are a full service licensed excavation and general ground work contractor. No projects is out of our wheelhouse and we pride ourselves on keeping all of our jobs running smoothly and under budget. Call now for a free estimate.

"MP Excavating did a great job for me. They have a hardworking crew and the owner is a pleasure to work with. "

Charlie K on June 2025


JOHN MOUNTAIN
355 FARMERS LN APT 6
5.00(
5
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JOHN MOUNTAIN
355 FARMERS LN APT 6
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
24 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

JOHN MOUNTAIN 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.

"These guys did a great job, they worked efficiently and did top quality work."

Kip B on October 2024

JOHN MOUNTAIN 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.

"These guys did a great job, they worked efficiently and did top quality work."

Kip B on October 2024


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Same Day Plumbing, Heating, Cooling
600 American Way
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Same Day Plumbing, Heating, Cooling
600 American Way
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848 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Family-owned Same Day Plumbing, Heating, Cooling operates out of Windsor, just north of Santa Rosa. We offer fast, reliable AC repair and installation services, heater repair & installation, and plumbing services, in the North Bay area of California. Our promise to you is always that if we do not fix your system the SAME DAY we arrive… you DON’T pay the service fee. Our home service experts are licensed and insured with more than 100 years of leadership experience. Additionally, we back all of our installation and replacement services with a 24-month, 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Family-owned Same Day Plumbing, Heating, Cooling operates out of Windsor, just north of Santa Rosa. We offer fast, reliable AC repair and installation services, heater repair & installation, and plumbing services, in the North Bay area of California. Our promise to you is always that if we do not fix your system the SAME DAY we arrive… you DON’T pay the service fee. Our home service experts are licensed and insured with more than 100 years of leadership experience. Additionally, we back all of our installation and replacement services with a 24-month, 100% satisfaction guarantee.


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Sonoma Siteworks & Engineering
Based Out Of
5.00(
4
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Sonoma Siteworks & Engineering
Based Out Of
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
51 local quotes requested

Services / Expertise Site Preparation Grading Excavation Paving Demolition Vineyard Preparation Ponds Concrete Pumping Services Sidewalks Patios Curb and Gutter Retaining Walls Underground Trenching Water Lines Sewage Lines Storm Drainage Septic Systems Residential Foundations Land Development Minor Projects Fire Mitigation Estate Management & Maintenance

"work was well organized, well executed and completed ahead of schedule by a friendly and knowledgable crew."

Steve G on January 2024

Services / Expertise Site Preparation Grading Excavation Paving Demolition Vineyard Preparation Ponds Concrete Pumping Services Sidewalks Patios Curb and Gutter Retaining Walls Underground Trenching Water Lines Sewage Lines Storm Drainage Septic Systems Residential Foundations Land Development Minor Projects Fire Mitigation Estate Management & Maintenance

"work was well organized, well executed and completed ahead of schedule by a friendly and knowledgable crew."

Steve G on January 2024


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Amesos Plumbing Inc
1525 Francisco Blvd E
5.00(
1
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Amesos Plumbing Inc
1525 Francisco Blvd E
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
454 local quotes requested

Amesos Plumbing, Inc. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"So far so good. Snaking of kitchen sink with very old pipes. Hopefully snake did not poke pipes. Only time will tell. Keeping fingers crossed. They did a good job explaining and triple checked for leaks before they left. Of course they tried to upsell and gave us a metal trap they did not quote us upfront for. We would have chosen it over plastic, but price difference would need to be cleared upfront. That's the only negative. Otherwise, thus far we are very happy with the result. Thank you for coming on such short notice and on time! Super appreciated. 4.5-5 stars."

Susanne P on December 2024

Amesos Plumbing, Inc. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"So far so good. Snaking of kitchen sink with very old pipes. Hopefully snake did not poke pipes. Only time will tell. Keeping fingers crossed. They did a good job explaining and triple checked for leaks before they left. Of course they tried to upsell and gave us a metal trap they did not quote us upfront for. We would have chosen it over plastic, but price difference would need to be cleared upfront. That's the only negative. Otherwise, thus far we are very happy with the result. Thank you for coming on such short notice and on time! Super appreciated. 4.5-5 stars."

Susanne P on December 2024


Rodriguz SC Construction
Unknown
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Rodriguz SC Construction
Unknown
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maintainance services
1271 Eucalyptus Drive
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maintainance services
1271 Eucalyptus Drive
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Paving Contractor
1413 S 58th St
5.00(
6
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Paving Contractor
1413 S 58th St
5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Saturdays and Sunday available by appointment.

Saturdays and Sunday available by appointment.


J.A.C. Dreamscapes
531 A St
4.71(
7
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J.A.C. Dreamscapes
531 A St
4.71(
7
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Customers say: Quick response
8 years of experience

J.A.C. Dreamscapes specializes in Landscaping, Hardscapes, Excavation and Hualing. We dedicate ourselves to completing clients dream projects and striving for 100% costumer satisfaction. We work in all of the Bay Area. Contra Costa County, Marin County, Alameda County.

"Backyard was in need of clean-up to get the home ready for new tenants. The crew cleared blackberry bushes, weed-whacked, trimmed bushes and cleaned up afterwards. Great job."

Daniel H on April 2022

J.A.C. Dreamscapes specializes in Landscaping, Hardscapes, Excavation and Hualing. We dedicate ourselves to completing clients dream projects and striving for 100% costumer satisfaction. We work in all of the Bay Area. Contra Costa County, Marin County, Alameda County.

"Backyard was in need of clean-up to get the home ready for new tenants. The crew cleared blackberry bushes, weed-whacked, trimmed bushes and cleaned up afterwards. Great job."

Daniel H on April 2022

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Forest-Knolls, 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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