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In Business Since 1983 Straight Up Construction Inc is the Greand Rapids area's trusted Roofing & Remodeling provider. With experience in everything home renovation, call today for a free estimate and to learn more about our services.
"It worked great. Dave's crew was courteous polite and extremely thorough."
Cheryl W on October 2024
In Business Since 1983 Straight Up Construction Inc is the Greand Rapids area's trusted Roofing & Remodeling provider. With experience in everything home renovation, call today for a free estimate and to learn more about our services.
"It worked great. Dave's crew was courteous polite and extremely thorough."
Cheryl W on October 2024
Here at DWD we are a family owned and operated company specializing in residential well repairs from 2 inch through 6 inch. Including pump repair and replacement well tank service and installation drilling 5 inch PVC water wells, well inspection and water line trenching and much more. Ask about our first responder and military discounts!
"Fast, responsive service at a reasonable fee. Kevin explained everything clearly, and the work was completed as promised. I’m completely satisfied."
Stephen B on January 2021
Here at DWD we are a family owned and operated company specializing in residential well repairs from 2 inch through 6 inch. Including pump repair and replacement well tank service and installation drilling 5 inch PVC water wells, well inspection and water line trenching and much more. Ask about our first responder and military discounts!
"Fast, responsive service at a reasonable fee. Kevin explained everything clearly, and the work was completed as promised. I’m completely satisfied."
Stephen B on January 2021
Excavation contractor from land clearing, to site Prep, to water and sewer work. We have mini excavators, mid size excavator, full size excavator, small and large skid steers, dozer, hydroexcavator, stone slinger, sewer jetter, sewer cameras, hydroseeder, and trucks to move dirt. Licensed and insured with 12 years of experience.
"The quality was a top notch. They did a great job in a timely manner. I appreciate the service. I had no issue. They were professional. They did the job quickly."
Kendall H on February 2022
Excavation contractor from land clearing, to site Prep, to water and sewer work. We have mini excavators, mid size excavator, full size excavator, small and large skid steers, dozer, hydroexcavator, stone slinger, sewer jetter, sewer cameras, hydroseeder, and trucks to move dirt. Licensed and insured with 12 years of experience.
"The quality was a top notch. They did a great job in a timely manner. I appreciate the service. I had no issue. They were professional. They did the job quickly."
Kendall H on February 2022
We are a pre-construction land clearing/forestry mulching team that will not only clear your property of brush, trees and stumps. We also do grading work,gravel,stone,crushed asphalt driveways.
"He kind of went the extra mile, once the work was done first it was very clean and then the next thing that stood out was he cared about my dogs not getting out of the fence and he fixed a little sense so they could not get out until the other work was complete. Also, he was very thorough and careful."
Rose J on April 2025
We are a pre-construction land clearing/forestry mulching team that will not only clear your property of brush, trees and stumps. We also do grading work,gravel,stone,crushed asphalt driveways.
"He kind of went the extra mile, once the work was done first it was very clean and then the next thing that stood out was he cared about my dogs not getting out of the fence and he fixed a little sense so they could not get out until the other work was complete. Also, he was very thorough and careful."
Rose J on April 2025
Providing the best service for what you're asphalt driveway needs
Providing the best service for what you're asphalt driveway needs
Award winning. Basement waterproofing and foundation repair/rebuilding.
"We signed a contact with city basement and they walked off the job before starting because they wouldn’t wear a mask in and out of our house."
Meghan M on April 2021
Award winning. Basement waterproofing and foundation repair/rebuilding.
"We signed a contact with city basement and they walked off the job before starting because they wouldn’t wear a mask in and out of our house."
Meghan M on April 2021
Hi my name is Garrett Huizenga i run Viper Integrative Proscapes. What we do is provide the best and cleanest landscaping experience. Anywhere from underground sprinkling and flower beds all the way to patios and retaining walls. If your interested in any ground work services please contact me at (616)-377-9778 or via email viper.ipservices@gmail.com Thanks!
Hi my name is Garrett Huizenga i run Viper Integrative Proscapes. What we do is provide the best and cleanest landscaping experience. Anywhere from underground sprinkling and flower beds all the way to patios and retaining walls. If your interested in any ground work services please contact me at (616)-377-9778 or via email viper.ipservices@gmail.com Thanks!
Welcome to Bob's Septic Service! Since 1964, Bob's Septic Service has been providing a wide variety of excavation and septic system services to Grand Rapids, Michigan, and surrounding areas. We are a locally owned and operated business with over 50 years of experience! We pride ourselves in our service and making sure our customers are satisfied. Bob's Septic Service works with septic systems including installation, pumping, cleaning, and repairs. We also work with lift pump repair and replacement! Our excavation services cover drain fields, sand, gravel, topsoil, ponds, sewer and water hookups, and so much more! Services are offered to both residential and commercial consumers! We are a fully licensed and insured company! So call today to schedule our services! Our friendly staff is ready to assist you!
Welcome to Bob's Septic Service! Since 1964, Bob's Septic Service has been providing a wide variety of excavation and septic system services to Grand Rapids, Michigan, and surrounding areas. We are a locally owned and operated business with over 50 years of experience! We pride ourselves in our service and making sure our customers are satisfied. Bob's Septic Service works with septic systems including installation, pumping, cleaning, and repairs. We also work with lift pump repair and replacement! Our excavation services cover drain fields, sand, gravel, topsoil, ponds, sewer and water hookups, and so much more! Services are offered to both residential and commercial consumers! We are a fully licensed and insured company! So call today to schedule our services! Our friendly staff is ready to assist you!
Our specialties include prepping driveway pads and driveway tareouts, prepping for concrete, grading gravel and topsoil, laying pipe, and pouring concrete. We strive to provide personalized, quality work for each customer. Give us a call for a specialty quote today!
Our specialties include prepping driveway pads and driveway tareouts, prepping for concrete, grading gravel and topsoil, laying pipe, and pouring concrete. We strive to provide personalized, quality work for each customer. Give us a call for a specialty quote today!
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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