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Avatar for RD Painting and Maintenance
RD Painting and Maintenance
5.0(
22
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bob and Jeremy were great, they did an awesome job. I was in a time crunch with my daughter in school and they really made things happen quickly. I would definitely hire them again when needed."
After
Fireplace complete
Deck/Porch repair
Framing complete
After

+59

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gatorland Services LLC
4.9(
17
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"WE ARE CLEARING TWO ACRES OF LAND, FROM SMALL TO LARGE TREES AND UNDER BRUSH, AND LEVELING THE GROUND. I AM A RETIRED ENGINEER, AND HIGHLY EXPERIENCED, AND ALL I CAN SAY, IS THAT HE IS ONE OF THE BEST I HAVE EVER WITNESSED. WE ARE COMPLETELY SATISFIED WITH HIS PRICE AND WORK."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Conway land clearing and site prep
5.0(
8
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"It was great- texted me about arrival times as I am deaf. AThe driveway was graded and the limestone put down. Assured me if any problems- just text for response. I am so thankful as few others responded in a timely manner"
Before starting
Installed 5 palms for a customer in there backyard
Before I ever broke ground
During project
Clearing 1 acre

+12

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Milton Baker Lawn Service
4.8(
5
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Very efficient, on time, and price was reasonable. Cut up 13+3 trees for $900 total(2 jobs). Debris removal would have been extra, but I have a fireplace. I have only used their tree service. "
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree Removal

+4

Response time1 day
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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East Coast Land Solutions LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I don't as a rule post to review sites as there maybe extenuating circumstances as to why something may have happened. But in this case I am so happy with East Coast Land I want to let you know that this is a great company. Simply put, the do what they say they are going to do. Without any intervention from me. I am so impressed with the response and work ethic. They went far beyond what I had expected. I had to do nothing. They did it all. I will tell you honestly that this company is the gold standard that other contractors should aspire to be. I will not hesitate to use them again for any work that they can do for me."
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+37

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DANIELS AND SON LANDWORKS LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Daniels and Son were excellent! I actually hired them to help clean up after hurricane Milton last fall. I had so many trees down and debris everywhere! They showed up early and stayed late! Very professional and courteous. Their equipment made a very difficult job look easy. Very satisfied with their work. Do not hesitate to hire Daniels and Son for your job. You will be very happy to!"
This area was completely impassable and covered in downed water oaks before we began.
After clearing dozens of town trees from the hurricane, we cut this road through and smoothed it.
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Gainesville, FL

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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