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Avatar for Allison's Welding
Allison's Welding
414 McGhees Mill Rd
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Allison's Welding
414 McGhees Mill Rd
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Allison's Welding 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.

"He can make repairs on something you already have or make something from steel that youâ  ve been wanting."

Eddie T on May 2022

Allison's Welding 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.

"He can make repairs on something you already have or make something from steel that youâ  ve been wanting."

Eddie T on May 2022


Avatar for American Property Maintenance Company
American Property Maintenance Company
115 High Rock Drive
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
American Property Maintenance Company
115 High Rock Drive
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
97 local quotes requested

We are a turnkey Earthworks and hard scape company. American Property Maintenance specializes in drainage design, solutions, and mediation. Our knowledge and experience allows us to mediate storm water and drainage problems with a combination of NDS solutions, grading, excavation, and retaining walls. We install both structural and decorative retaining walls. We design and install interlocking pavers and natural stone walkways and patios. In combination of our services we can turn an unusable area into a wonderful outdoor living space for yours and other to enjoy. We provide commercial and residential lot clearing, grubbing, erosion control, stabilization, and excavation. Give us a call today to see how we can help you!

"Over the last few years I’ve worked with APMC now on nine different projects. Four for myself, three for immediate neighbors, and two for family. Everyone’s been more than satisfied which is why we always call them up for our other projects or recommend them."

Jerry C on October 2023

We are a turnkey Earthworks and hard scape company. American Property Maintenance specializes in drainage design, solutions, and mediation. Our knowledge and experience allows us to mediate storm water and drainage problems with a combination of NDS solutions, grading, excavation, and retaining walls. We install both structural and decorative retaining walls. We design and install interlocking pavers and natural stone walkways and patios. In combination of our services we can turn an unusable area into a wonderful outdoor living space for yours and other to enjoy. We provide commercial and residential lot clearing, grubbing, erosion control, stabilization, and excavation. Give us a call today to see how we can help you!

"Over the last few years I’ve worked with APMC now on nine different projects. Four for myself, three for immediate neighbors, and two for family. Everyone’s been more than satisfied which is why we always call them up for our other projects or recommend them."

Jerry C on October 2023


Capstone Building Company, LLC.
PO Box 1309
4.00(
9
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Capstone Building Company, LLC.
PO Box 1309
4.00(
9
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Customers say: Quality work
15 years of experience

Capstone Building Company, LLC. is a North Carolina Licensed General Contractor that is committed to the highest level craftsmanship and integrity. Our attention to detail and quality is what sets us apart from other companies. We employ the best carpenters in the area and specialize in new construction as well as remodeling and home improvements. We are bonded, insured and hold a Builders Unlimited License.

Capstone Building Company, LLC. is a North Carolina Licensed General Contractor that is committed to the highest level craftsmanship and integrity. Our attention to detail and quality is what sets us apart from other companies. We employ the best carpenters in the area and specialize in new construction as well as remodeling and home improvements. We are bonded, insured and hold a Builders Unlimited License.


Rainstorm Solutions
203 Halls Mill Dr
No reviews
Rainstorm Solutions
203 Halls Mill Dr
No reviews
16 years of experience

we are a Rainwater Harvesting, storm drain and utility contractor

we are a Rainwater Harvesting, storm drain and utility contractor


Ben Pearce
No reviews
Ben Pearce
No reviews

Grading and all kinds of dirt work; spreading topsoil/stone, dirt removal, grading, and concrete.

Grading and all kinds of dirt work; spreading topsoil/stone, dirt removal, grading, and concrete.


ALO Contracting, L.L.C.
P.O. Box 80054
No reviews
ALO Contracting, L.L.C.
P.O. Box 80054
No reviews

Serving the Raleigh, North Carolina Triangle area with over 25 years of experience in residential construction. We specialize in drainage and grading, tile, laminate and hardwood flooring installation, backsplashes, concrete patios, retaining walls, and complete bathroom remodels/renovations. Reliable, knowledgeable and trustworthy, we can meet all of your residential needs.

Serving the Raleigh, North Carolina Triangle area with over 25 years of experience in residential construction. We specialize in drainage and grading, tile, laminate and hardwood flooring installation, backsplashes, concrete patios, retaining walls, and complete bathroom remodels/renovations. Reliable, knowledgeable and trustworthy, we can meet all of your residential needs.


Carolina Grading & Gravel
4805 Buttonbush Dr
4.92(
12
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Carolina Grading & Gravel
4805 Buttonbush Dr
4.92(
12
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

Carolina Grading & Gravel provide bobcat and mini excavator service for all your grading projects. We take pride in our work and customer satisfaction is what makes Carolina Grading & Gravel stand above the rest. We are prompt, reliable and fair priced. In business since 1980.

Carolina Grading & Gravel provide bobcat and mini excavator service for all your grading projects. We take pride in our work and customer satisfaction is what makes Carolina Grading & Gravel stand above the rest. We are prompt, reliable and fair priced. In business since 1980.


ONOFRIO CONSTRUCTION INC
8804 Gulf Courtt Ste I
4.34(
35
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ONOFRIO CONSTRUCTION INC
8804 Gulf Courtt Ste I
4.34(
35
)
Customers say: Terrific value
24 years of experience

Onofrio Construction, Inc. is a full service professional construction company that has been satisfying Customers since 2001. We have built a solid reputation on quality workmanship, excellence and integrity. We offer interior and exterior services for commercial, multi-family, and residential in the areas of roofing, siding, painting, welding, decks, fences, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, sheet rock, doors, windows, concrete, asphalt, and much more. We guarantee our work to your satisfaction.

"This is the worst business I’ve ever dealt with and I am a project manager at a state institution. This company will gaslight you until you get so frustrated with them that you give up on getting them to complete what you asked them to do. They did about 10K worth of work that I did not ask for, then charged another 5K to complete the original scope of work. Collin Chappell is a liar. He told me he installed concrete supports for my balcony and he didn’t do it and tried to get away with it. Now I have wood beams rotting in the ground surrounded by wet packed clay. I even have an email catching him in the lie and he still won’t fix it. They will lie straight to your face, take as many shortcuts as possible, make every excuse in the book and will steal your money. RUN."

Jenna S on July 2024

Onofrio Construction, Inc. is a full service professional construction company that has been satisfying Customers since 2001. We have built a solid reputation on quality workmanship, excellence and integrity. We offer interior and exterior services for commercial, multi-family, and residential in the areas of roofing, siding, painting, welding, decks, fences, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, sheet rock, doors, windows, concrete, asphalt, and much more. We guarantee our work to your satisfaction.

"This is the worst business I’ve ever dealt with and I am a project manager at a state institution. This company will gaslight you until you get so frustrated with them that you give up on getting them to complete what you asked them to do. They did about 10K worth of work that I did not ask for, then charged another 5K to complete the original scope of work. Collin Chappell is a liar. He told me he installed concrete supports for my balcony and he didn’t do it and tried to get away with it. Now I have wood beams rotting in the ground surrounded by wet packed clay. I even have an email catching him in the lie and he still won’t fix it. They will lie straight to your face, take as many shortcuts as possible, make every excuse in the book and will steal your money. RUN."

Jenna S on July 2024


Alliance Land Clearing & Demolition LLC
7209 Greymont Ct
No reviews
Alliance Land Clearing & Demolition LLC
7209 Greymont Ct
No reviews

Based in Sims, North Carolina, Alliance Land Clearing & Demolition proudly serves the Raleigh, Apex, Cary and Surrounding Areas. With over 15 Years of experience, we are proud to serve the Eastern North Carolina Area!

Based in Sims, North Carolina, Alliance Land Clearing & Demolition proudly serves the Raleigh, Apex, Cary and Surrounding Areas. With over 15 Years of experience, we are proud to serve the Eastern North Carolina Area!


One Team Restoration
5533 NC Highway 42 W
No reviews
One Team Restoration
5533 NC Highway 42 W
No reviews

One Team Restoration is a local family owned & operated company. We have been serving the Triangle since 2014. We are proud to offer emergency services in Fire, Water, Mold, and Demolition, day or night. We work side by side with your insurance company to ensure that your life gets back to normal as quickly as possible after a disaster affects your property.

One Team Restoration is a local family owned & operated company. We have been serving the Triangle since 2014. We are proud to offer emergency services in Fire, Water, Mold, and Demolition, day or night. We work side by side with your insurance company to ensure that your life gets back to normal as quickly as possible after a disaster affects your property.

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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.

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