Top-rated building site preparation and clearing pros.

Get matched with top building site preparation and clearing pros in your area

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Building site preparation and clearing pros in Frankfort

Atlas Excavation, LLC
3147 CROPPER RD
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Atlas Excavation, LLC
3147 CROPPER RD
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Atlas Excavation, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. We look forward to earning your business.

Atlas Excavation, LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. We look forward to earning your business.


Avatar for Perdue Excavating
Perdue Excavating
116 Angela Trail
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Perdue Excavating
116 Angela Trail
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
40 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Perdue Excavating has over 30 years experience servicing all of Nicholasville, Jessamine County and surrounding counties. We are a one stop shop for all your excavating needs and no job is to big nor to small for our equipment to handle. We are a family owned and locally operated business that strives for perfection on every job and guarantee customer satisfaction Give us a call today for a free estimate.

Perdue Excavating has over 30 years experience servicing all of Nicholasville, Jessamine County and surrounding counties. We are a one stop shop for all your excavating needs and no job is to big nor to small for our equipment to handle. We are a family owned and locally operated business that strives for perfection on every job and guarantee customer satisfaction Give us a call today for a free estimate.


Avatar for LandCore LLC
LandCore LLC
3113 North County Road 100 West
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
LandCore LLC
3113 North County Road 100 West
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. LandCore LLC strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.

"they hauled and spread gravel for my drive. They were quick and very personal!"

Tammy R on March 2025

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. LandCore LLC strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.

"they hauled and spread gravel for my drive. They were quick and very personal!"

Tammy R on March 2025


Avatar for Heartland Excavation & Demolition LLC
Heartland Excavation & Demolition LLC
4587 Muddy Ford Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Heartland Excavation & Demolition LLC
4587 Muddy Ford Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

We aim to serve our customers with excellence and to treat them as we want to be treated. We provide an engineered solution and bring years of experience. We do driveways, foundations, general clearing, pool digs, horse arenas, general grading, yard prep, demolition, bush hogging, brush cutting and pretty much any type of dirt work you need.

"Work was done professionally and timely. I.was kept informed on the progress. Would employ Heartland Excavation very readily. Would highly recommend Heartland Excavation to family and friends!"

Robert E on March 2025

We aim to serve our customers with excellence and to treat them as we want to be treated. We provide an engineered solution and bring years of experience. We do driveways, foundations, general clearing, pool digs, horse arenas, general grading, yard prep, demolition, bush hogging, brush cutting and pretty much any type of dirt work you need.

"Work was done professionally and timely. I.was kept informed on the progress. Would employ Heartland Excavation very readily. Would highly recommend Heartland Excavation to family and friends!"

Robert E on March 2025


Avatar for Swords Excavation
Swords Excavation
111 Wilson Ave, Sharpsburg KY 40374
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Swords Excavation
111 Wilson Ave, Sharpsburg KY 40374
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
146 local quotes requested

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Went well and all the work was done and completed in one day"

Timothy B on May 2024

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Went well and all the work was done and completed in one day"

Timothy B on May 2024


McIntosh Excavating LLC
No reviews
McIntosh Excavating LLC
No reviews

We are a small family owned and operated business dedicated to see your wants, needs, and expectations are met. We can do anything when it comes to excavation including but not limited to, Septic Tank installation Pool leveling Site leveling All grading services Digging utilities French drains Digging basements Digging footers Clearing fence rows Clean up and cleaning Hauling and spreading dirt and gravel Hauling off debris Tree root removal And so much more! Please feel free to give us a call today for a free consultation and estimate at 1-859-779-9177

We are a small family owned and operated business dedicated to see your wants, needs, and expectations are met. We can do anything when it comes to excavation including but not limited to, Septic Tank installation Pool leveling Site leveling All grading services Digging utilities French drains Digging basements Digging footers Clearing fence rows Clean up and cleaning Hauling and spreading dirt and gravel Hauling off debris Tree root removal And so much more! Please feel free to give us a call today for a free consultation and estimate at 1-859-779-9177


1st Call Disaster Services
PO Box 472
4.58(
59
)
1st Call Disaster Services
PO Box 472
4.58(
59
)
Customers say: Super punctual
18 years of experience

Rescuing Property! Restoring Life! Additional Phone Numbers Indiana Phone # (812) 717-2122; Lexington (859) 721-0464. Additional address - 7964 Kentucky Drive, Suite 1, Florence, KY 41042.

"Derek Hayes and his crew were great very nice work .Very easy to work with and professional."

jay s on September 2021

Rescuing Property! Restoring Life! Additional Phone Numbers Indiana Phone # (812) 717-2122; Lexington (859) 721-0464. Additional address - 7964 Kentucky Drive, Suite 1, Florence, KY 41042.

"Derek Hayes and his crew were great very nice work .Very easy to work with and professional."

jay s on September 2021


CDM Construction
819 River Rd
5.00(
8
)
CDM Construction
819 River Rd
5.00(
8
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

CDM Construction LLC has been in business in Murray, KY for 30+ Years. We take pride in our work & customer satisfaction is our goal! Just give us a call or visit our website to find out more! www.cdm-construction.net

"Couldn't be more pleased with the job they did. Crew was friendly and explained everything. And job was completed below the estimated cost!"

Jennifer D on June 2023

CDM Construction LLC has been in business in Murray, KY for 30+ Years. We take pride in our work & customer satisfaction is our goal! Just give us a call or visit our website to find out more! www.cdm-construction.net

"Couldn't be more pleased with the job they did. Crew was friendly and explained everything. And job was completed below the estimated cost!"

Jennifer D on June 2023


Henderlight Construction
228 Colchester Dr.
5.00(
6
)
Henderlight Construction
228 Colchester Dr.
5.00(
6
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We employ four to six employees, we accept sub contracts and general contracts

We employ four to six employees, we accept sub contracts and general contracts


HOGUE SEPTIC TANK CLEANING
Bethel Road
5.00(
8
)
HOGUE SEPTIC TANK CLEANING
Bethel Road
5.00(
8
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Providing quality service since 1955. Third generation owned and operated.

"Very efficient and conscientious about driving on the yard to get to tank."

Don W on October 2020

Providing quality service since 1955. Third generation owned and operated.

"Very efficient and conscientious about driving on the yard to get to tank."

Don W on October 2020

...
Showing 1-10 of 108

Building site preparation and clearings FAQs

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.

The homeowners guide to building site preparation and clearings
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
earth mover removing an old fuel tank from yard
Mar 26, 2025
Mar 26, 2025
Budget for oil tank removal costs based on factors such as tank location, size, type, soil testing, professional labor, and more.
land excavation on new home site
Mar 22, 2025
Mar 22, 2025
Use this guide to budget for excavation costs based on factors such as accessibility, terrain, equipment, labor, project type, and more.
building site being prepared for construction
Feb 14, 2025
Feb 14, 2025
If you need to clear a plot of land, you can expect to budget based on the lot size, amount of vegetation, permits, and more.
Share project details to get started.