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Stemler Services LLC

546 Wilson St.
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro

Stemler Services LLC

546 Wilson St.
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Stemler Services LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Jackson was amazing to work with. His prices were fair and he accomplished the work quickly and without any delays. He replaced our mulch with stone and finished our path. It looks amazing! We will definitely call him for our next project. "

Stephanie B on August 2025

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Stemler Services LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Jackson was amazing to work with. His prices were fair and he accomplished the work quickly and without any delays. He replaced our mulch with stone and finished our path. It looks amazing! We will definitely call him for our next project. "

Stephanie B on August 2025


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TCK land services LLC

6241 Orrstown Rd
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro

TCK land services LLC

6241 Orrstown Rd
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Good people skills, easy to work with, professional workmanship."

Dan M on February 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Good people skills, easy to work with, professional workmanship."

Dan M on February 2025


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Riptide Property Maintenance, LLC

652B Fishing Creek Road
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro

Riptide Property Maintenance, LLC

652B Fishing Creek Road
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"Honest, trustworthy, and reliable. Not only do I plan on using them again in the future, but I would highly recommend them. "

Jon S on September 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!

"Honest, trustworthy, and reliable. Not only do I plan on using them again in the future, but I would highly recommend them. "

Jon S on September 2025


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TWC Excavation and Outdoor Services

242 Haldeman Ave
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro

TWC Excavation and Outdoor Services

242 Haldeman Ave
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
38 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

At TWC Excavation and Outdoor Services, LLC we pride ourselves on being the best outdoor service company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Called right away,showed up 3 days later and took the tree down. Also stuck with the price he quoted me."

Steve N on August 2025

At TWC Excavation and Outdoor Services, LLC we pride ourselves on being the best outdoor service company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Called right away,showed up 3 days later and took the tree down. Also stuck with the price he quoted me."

Steve N on August 2025


Grosser Excavating Inc

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Grosser Excavating Inc

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Our mission is to be a excavating contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Amazing work! Great crew!"

Chris G on November 2024

Our mission is to be a excavating contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Amazing work! Great crew!"

Chris G on November 2024


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MALCO LANDSCAPE INC

3715 Derry St., Suite B
4.33(
6
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Approved Pro

MALCO LANDSCAPE INC

3715 Derry St., Suite B
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
615 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

Landscaping is our specialty, and we know how to make your property look exceptional according to your specific design preferences. Don't hesitate on accentuating the uniqueness of your residential, commercial, or industrial landscape. Call now for your FREE design estimate!

"I had a concrete patio installed, and I love it. Malco landscape is a very professional company from start to finish. I was kept up-to-date on everything as needed. The process was very seamless and Bob was wonderful to work with. I would recommend Malco landscape to anyone!!!"

nikki c on April 2025

Landscaping is our specialty, and we know how to make your property look exceptional according to your specific design preferences. Don't hesitate on accentuating the uniqueness of your residential, commercial, or industrial landscape. Call now for your FREE design estimate!

"I had a concrete patio installed, and I love it. Malco landscape is a very professional company from start to finish. I was kept up-to-date on everything as needed. The process was very seamless and Bob was wonderful to work with. I would recommend Malco landscape to anyone!!!"

nikki c on April 2025


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Myers Construction

3430 Spring Rd
5.00(
9
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Myers Construction

3430 Spring Rd
5.00(
9
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over 5 years of experience, Myers Construction is dedicated to bringing your dreams to reality! We are an honest family owned locally operated business.Our services consist of a wide variety of jobs. We do any of your small handyman jobs to large remodeling jobs. We do landscaping from mowing to laying mulch as well as hardscaping. Call for an estimate today!

"It went very smoothly. They were there on time, communicated well and went above and beyond for us, while staying within our budget. We are extremely happy with the way our counters and cabinets look for our new location."

Ann Marie J on February 2021

With over 5 years of experience, Myers Construction is dedicated to bringing your dreams to reality! We are an honest family owned locally operated business.Our services consist of a wide variety of jobs. We do any of your small handyman jobs to large remodeling jobs. We do landscaping from mowing to laying mulch as well as hardscaping. Call for an estimate today!

"It went very smoothly. They were there on time, communicated well and went above and beyond for us, while staying within our budget. We are extremely happy with the way our counters and cabinets look for our new location."

Ann Marie J on February 2021


Willow Property Development

Dover
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Willow Property Development

Dover
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Willow Property Development is a professional excavation company serving Dover, PA and the surrounding areas. We work both on residential and commercial excavation projects. Call us now to learn more about our services. Concrete Contractor, Concrete Works, General Contractor, Septic Cleaning, Septic Services, Snow Removal Shiloh, PA; West York, PA; Wellsville, PA; Manchester, PA; North York, PA

Willow Property Development is a professional excavation company serving Dover, PA and the surrounding areas. We work both on residential and commercial excavation projects. Call us now to learn more about our services. Concrete Contractor, Concrete Works, General Contractor, Septic Cleaning, Septic Services, Snow Removal Shiloh, PA; West York, PA; Wellsville, PA; Manchester, PA; North York, PA


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BettterWay Excavating LLC

1926 Willow Street Pike
No reviews yet

BettterWay Excavating LLC

1926 Willow Street Pike
No reviews yet
15 years of experience

General Excavating Contractor specializing in Improvements and repairs to site utilities, surfaces, demolition and stormwater management.

General Excavating Contractor specializing in Improvements and repairs to site utilities, surfaces, demolition and stormwater management.


Rineholt's Landscaping

18193 Rineholts Ln
3.00(
1
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Rineholt's Landscaping

18193 Rineholts Ln
3.00(
1
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18 years of experience

Rineholt's Landscaping was started in April of 2007. We are based out of York, PA. Rineholt's Landscaping offers a wide range of services and equipment in order to better meet the needs of our local communities. We serve Adams, Bedford, Blair, Centre, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Mifflin, Perry, & York Counties in Pennsylvania & Northern parts of Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford, Washington,(Oakwood & Conewingo Areas only in Northwest Cecil County ) in Maryland. Rineholt's Landscaping does Commercial & Residential work. We recently added an office in Huntingdon, Pa in November, 2008. On our behalf as Rineholt’s Landscaping, it is our goal to be able to provide quality services to not just general contractors, but also to many local businesses & individuals. We do FREE ESTIMATES & IS FULLY INSURED. Rineholt’s Landscaping helping our customers eliminate the search for multiple contractors by offering heavy equipment, materials and labor all in one company. You may reach us by email or calling us. York, Pa. (717) 654 - 0733 Huntingdon, Pa (814) 251 - 3739 rineholts_landscaping@yahoo.com Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor Registration Number: PA021873

Rineholt's Landscaping was started in April of 2007. We are based out of York, PA. Rineholt's Landscaping offers a wide range of services and equipment in order to better meet the needs of our local communities. We serve Adams, Bedford, Blair, Centre, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Mifflin, Perry, & York Counties in Pennsylvania & Northern parts of Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford, Washington,(Oakwood & Conewingo Areas only in Northwest Cecil County ) in Maryland. Rineholt's Landscaping does Commercial & Residential work. We recently added an office in Huntingdon, Pa in November, 2008. On our behalf as Rineholt’s Landscaping, it is our goal to be able to provide quality services to not just general contractors, but also to many local businesses & individuals. We do FREE ESTIMATES & IS FULLY INSURED. Rineholt’s Landscaping helping our customers eliminate the search for multiple contractors by offering heavy equipment, materials and labor all in one company. You may reach us by email or calling us. York, Pa. (717) 654 - 0733 Huntingdon, Pa (814) 251 - 3739 rineholts_landscaping@yahoo.com Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor Registration Number: PA021873

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Halifax, PA

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 Halifax, PA homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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