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Avatar for Industrial Property Services
Industrial Property Services
5.0(
1
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Serving Gonzales, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The project was top notch. I was very impressed with the quality and detail that the workers demonstrated throughout the project. I highly recommend Industrial Property Services!"
30x12 parking pad
30x12 parking pad
30x12 parking pad
Dirt work
30x12 parking pad

+4

Response time2 days
Response rate91%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S&K Contractors, LLC
4.7(
33
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Serving Gonzales, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Because of previous good experience with Kim, I asked for a bid and info about stump removal from the 1 1/2 acres at the back of my property plus disc and grading. He explained what would be done, offered a decent price and work commenced. It was done quickly and thoroughly. He was willing to generously negotiate additional fees when I added additional stumps to be removed. I was astounded at the quality of work his team did...it's clear, just like with first job, Kim cares deeply about his work and his customers. I would never hesitate to recommend him to anyone else."
Demolition of Old house
Burning trees
Dressing job
Finished
Tearing down house that flooded

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Ponchatoula Dirt and Demolition LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Gonzales, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went the way I wanted it to go. They showed up on time everyday and done a great. Anything I asked them do it was done and done in a timely matter. He took pride in his work and did a great job. I got some more work to be done after the first of the year and I'll be calling them back to do it. I would recommend them to anyone."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Redbird Landworks, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Gonzales, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Red Bird Landworks did an excellent job clearing my land. They were efficient, thorough, and left the area clean and ready for my next project. Highly recommend them for anyone needing quick and quality land clearing work!"
Evergreen land clearing
Evergreen land clearing
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Gonzales, LA

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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