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Rodriguez Sawing & Excavation

Po Box 55
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10
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Rodriguez Sawing & Excavation

Po Box 55
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Rodriguez sawing and excavation is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"He cleared two large stumps and removed the roots and hauled it all away in a few hours and left the site ready for a patio. Fantastic service"

Larry B on July 2021

Rodriguez sawing and excavation is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"He cleared two large stumps and removed the roots and hauled it all away in a few hours and left the site ready for a patio. Fantastic service"

Larry B on July 2021


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Sip City Lawnscapes

7495 Lynwood Drive
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Sip City Lawnscapes

7495 Lynwood Drive
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6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Sip City Enterprises 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.

Sip City Enterprises 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.


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Haddix Excavating

1514 Oregonia Road
5.00(
10
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Haddix Excavating

1514 Oregonia Road
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 years of experience

Haddix Excavating 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.

"Did a great job on new driveway and drainage. Was very responsive and showed up when they said they would ."

Ben D on December 2020

Haddix Excavating 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.

"Did a great job on new driveway and drainage. Was very responsive and showed up when they said they would ."

Ben D on December 2020


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MX Equipment Company, LLC

94 Quick Rd
5.00(
4
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MX Equipment Company, LLC

94 Quick Rd
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

MX Equipment Co. 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.

"Evan has been great to work with. Very Professional and down to earth. I am very pleased with him."

Ryan T on February 2024

MX Equipment Co. 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.

"Evan has been great to work with. Very Professional and down to earth. I am very pleased with him."

Ryan T on February 2024


J&S LANDWORKS LLC

4240 WEST ST
5.00(
1
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J&S LANDWORKS LLC

4240 WEST ST
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2 years of experience

J&S Landworks LLC is proud to serve Oxford's excavation needs! Owner and operator Bradley has over 3 years of experience in the industry. They're excited to take on new clients immediately. Call today for a free estimate on your next project!

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Bryan x on September 2023

J&S Landworks LLC is proud to serve Oxford's excavation needs! Owner and operator Bradley has over 3 years of experience in the industry. They're excited to take on new clients immediately. Call today for a free estimate on your next project!

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Bryan x on September 2023


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Curry Outdoors, Inc.

6505 S. Stivers Road
5.00(
7
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Curry Outdoors, Inc.

6505 S. Stivers Road
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

Family owned and operated Business. We do land clearing and forestry work for commercial, residential, farmland, hunting leases and clearing around ponds, retention ponds, railroad, bush hogging etc. Our heavy duty forestry equipment mulches all the underbrush and small trees. We also supply, move and deliver decorative boulders. Some topping 14000 pounds! Check us out on FaceBook at CURRY OUTDOORS INC. to view our videos of our equipment. Also Google us. We do NOT offer excavating services. While we own equipment that can do these, we stick to what we do best. Please DON'T select us if you need grading, leveling, dirt work, trenching, culvert. Home Advisior has limited categories to put contractors in. The excavating and site work is the best they have to put us in. We only clear properties of trees and underbrush. If you have any questions before you select us please call 937-790-0058 to see if we can help.

"They did much more then landscaping. They cleaned out my woods and yard, plus much more. They were wonderful and did much more then I could of imagined. I would recommend them to anybody. Great work ethic, hard workers and extremely professional."

Mary R on October 2019

Family owned and operated Business. We do land clearing and forestry work for commercial, residential, farmland, hunting leases and clearing around ponds, retention ponds, railroad, bush hogging etc. Our heavy duty forestry equipment mulches all the underbrush and small trees. We also supply, move and deliver decorative boulders. Some topping 14000 pounds! Check us out on FaceBook at CURRY OUTDOORS INC. to view our videos of our equipment. Also Google us. We do NOT offer excavating services. While we own equipment that can do these, we stick to what we do best. Please DON'T select us if you need grading, leveling, dirt work, trenching, culvert. Home Advisior has limited categories to put contractors in. The excavating and site work is the best they have to put us in. We only clear properties of trees and underbrush. If you have any questions before you select us please call 937-790-0058 to see if we can help.

"They did much more then landscaping. They cleaned out my woods and yard, plus much more. They were wonderful and did much more then I could of imagined. I would recommend them to anybody. Great work ethic, hard workers and extremely professional."

Mary R on October 2019


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Thorpe Site Solutions

4253 Freudenberger Ave
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro

Thorpe Site Solutions

4253 Freudenberger Ave
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are 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 services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"My 450 ft long driveway badly needed to be regraded and needed a solution to the 2-3 seasonal springs that drained and washed and created deep ruts all winter and spring. TSS came and really studied the problems of the driveway, figured out a great multiple pipe drainage solution, regraded, dug out a boulder that was slowly working its way to the surface, installed the pipes. They used larger gravel around the pipes and a thick layer of gravel and dust over everything. Then rolled/compacted it all with a 3 ton roller. All of this in one day. They were very easy to work with, really listened to all of the unique issues the driveway has, carefully dug out peonies that were in the way of one pipe's end. They did a wonderful job and I'm hoping I can hire them to clear a couple of difficult hillsides befor winter too. First time in years that I can ask people to my house and not explain how to get up the driveway! "

Susan E on October 2025

We are 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 services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"My 450 ft long driveway badly needed to be regraded and needed a solution to the 2-3 seasonal springs that drained and washed and created deep ruts all winter and spring. TSS came and really studied the problems of the driveway, figured out a great multiple pipe drainage solution, regraded, dug out a boulder that was slowly working its way to the surface, installed the pipes. They used larger gravel around the pipes and a thick layer of gravel and dust over everything. Then rolled/compacted it all with a 3 ton roller. All of this in one day. They were very easy to work with, really listened to all of the unique issues the driveway has, carefully dug out peonies that were in the way of one pipe's end. They did a wonderful job and I'm hoping I can hire them to clear a couple of difficult hillsides befor winter too. First time in years that I can ask people to my house and not explain how to get up the driveway! "

Susan E on October 2025


"Pipe from gutter to back of yard was crushed and needed replaced. We had 2 employees come out and with the hill in the back yard it had to be hand dug. They finished it in 1 day and had the new pipe laid and covered. Both employees were very friendly and professional."

Charles L on June 2025

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"Pipe from gutter to back of yard was crushed and needed replaced. We had 2 employees come out and with the hill in the back yard it had to be hand dug. They finished it in 1 day and had the new pipe laid and covered. Both employees were very friendly and professional."

Charles L on June 2025


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Trident Groundworks

6489 Steam Furnance Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Trident Groundworks

6489 Steam Furnance Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Trident Groundworks brings over 8 years of professional experience in excavation and site development. We handle building site preparation, land clearing, and both major and minor grading to create a solid foundation for every project. Our concrete services include driveways, patios, walkways, steps, and flatwork, all built with precision and durability in mind. We also specialize in agricultural fencing, delivering dependable solutions that stand up to the elements while protecting your property. At Tritan Groundworks, every job is approached with efficiency, attention to detail, and a commitment to lasting results. Whether you need excavation, concrete, or grading services, we provide the expertise to get it done right the first time.

"Elijah was so professional and handled everything is a timely manner. Will hire again! "

Abby F on August 2025

Trident Groundworks brings over 8 years of professional experience in excavation and site development. We handle building site preparation, land clearing, and both major and minor grading to create a solid foundation for every project. Our concrete services include driveways, patios, walkways, steps, and flatwork, all built with precision and durability in mind. We also specialize in agricultural fencing, delivering dependable solutions that stand up to the elements while protecting your property. At Tritan Groundworks, every job is approached with efficiency, attention to detail, and a commitment to lasting results. Whether you need excavation, concrete, or grading services, we provide the expertise to get it done right the first time.

"Elijah was so professional and handled everything is a timely manner. Will hire again! "

Abby F on August 2025


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Buchanan Earthworx

6999 Logsdon Road
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

Buchanan Earthworx

6999 Logsdon Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
13 years of experience

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"I had large low spot in the location where the home builder buried their waste and it was staring to disrupt the drainage of my yard. Gideon was easy to work with. Answered all my questions, clearly spelling out the work to be done, providing prompt notification of any delays (no matter how minor), and performed the work as promised. "

Sean H on June 2025

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

"I had large low spot in the location where the home builder buried their waste and it was staring to disrupt the drainage of my yard. Gideon was easy to work with. Answered all my questions, clearly spelling out the work to be done, providing prompt notification of any delays (no matter how minor), and performed the work as promised. "

Sean H on June 2025

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Franklin, OH

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 Franklin, OH homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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