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Underground Excavating, LLC

4.94(
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Underground Excavating, LLC

4.94(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They have excellent service. Excellent job done. And the wall is still holding up perfectly. And their price could not be outdone by anyone."

Lisa M on August 2023

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They have excellent service. Excellent job done. And the wall is still holding up perfectly. And their price could not be outdone by anyone."

Lisa M on August 2023

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Mr. Holland's Home Services LLC

4.50(
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Mr. Holland's Home Services LLC

4.50(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
78 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

As the trusted neighborhood HVAC service team in Milwaukee, Mr. Holland’s Home Services is committed to running their business based on five important principles: care, empathy, and trust, being always available, outworking the competition, quality workmanship, and using their “find a way” method. By keeping these five principles in mind, the business is able to deliver nothing less than excellent work when it comes to heating, air conditioning, and indoor air quality services. The professional team at Mr. Holland’s Home Services always gets the job done right. They never cut corners and are respectful of a customer’s property. Additionally, Mr. Holland’s takes their community involvement seriously; that they have a personal responsibility to help the people in their community, not just through quality services but also through the endless support they give to organizations and charities throughout Milwaukee and even outside the country. To learn more about Mr. Holland’s Home Services, please visit the company website or call the office today.

"Holland’s inflated the prices of services after the flood in August. We have been loyal customers and the services we paid for through Holland’s are more than double their competitors. We brought this to their attention over a month ago and haven't been offered a satisfactory refund. Get other quotes before booking with Hollands."

Kathy M on October 2025

As the trusted neighborhood HVAC service team in Milwaukee, Mr. Holland’s Home Services is committed to running their business based on five important principles: care, empathy, and trust, being always available, outworking the competition, quality workmanship, and using their “find a way” method. By keeping these five principles in mind, the business is able to deliver nothing less than excellent work when it comes to heating, air conditioning, and indoor air quality services. The professional team at Mr. Holland’s Home Services always gets the job done right. They never cut corners and are respectful of a customer’s property. Additionally, Mr. Holland’s takes their community involvement seriously; that they have a personal responsibility to help the people in their community, not just through quality services but also through the endless support they give to organizations and charities throughout Milwaukee and even outside the country. To learn more about Mr. Holland’s Home Services, please visit the company website or call the office today.

"Holland’s inflated the prices of services after the flood in August. We have been loyal customers and the services we paid for through Holland’s are more than double their competitors. We brought this to their attention over a month ago and haven't been offered a satisfactory refund. Get other quotes before booking with Hollands."

Kathy M on October 2025

Expert Homes

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Expert Homes

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Expert Homes is a unique father son team who puts you the customer first. Expert Homes is a fulltime real estate firm as well as a custom home builder located in southeastern Wisconsin! Expert Homes has over 35 years of experience in both custom home building and buying and selling real estate. We offer our FREE Expert advice on any building, buying or selling needs! We also provide remodeling services.

Expert Homes is a unique father son team who puts you the customer first. Expert Homes is a fulltime real estate firm as well as a custom home builder located in southeastern Wisconsin! Expert Homes has over 35 years of experience in both custom home building and buying and selling real estate. We offer our FREE Expert advice on any building, buying or selling needs! We also provide remodeling services.

Mc Hammer

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Mc Hammer

4.33(
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Customers say: Quality work

Mc Hammer LLC is a fully insured and licensed contracting company for residential homes. We have worked in all aspects of the building trades for the past 15 years. Quality of work and customer satifaction are our priorities.

"put some circuits and this is not right to do, he cannot fix anything I fix all by myself he give another contractor unacceptable he couldn't do a electrical work he never came back to fix everything."

Robert R on November 2021

Mc Hammer LLC is a fully insured and licensed contracting company for residential homes. We have worked in all aspects of the building trades for the past 15 years. Quality of work and customer satifaction are our priorities.

"put some circuits and this is not right to do, he cannot fix anything I fix all by myself he give another contractor unacceptable he couldn't do a electrical work he never came back to fix everything."

Robert R on November 2021

SCOTT'S EXCAVATING & REPAIR, LLC

4.33(
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SCOTT'S EXCAVATING & REPAIR, LLC

4.33(
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Customers say: True professional
23 years of experience

EXCAVATING, TRUCKING, LANDSCAPING, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL TREE PLANTING, FREE ESTIMATES, SITE WORK, SEPTICS AND SEWERS, STORM SEWER, GRADING, WATER LATERAL, KIND AND COURTEOUS, PROMPT,

EXCAVATING, TRUCKING, LANDSCAPING, COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL TREE PLANTING, FREE ESTIMATES, SITE WORK, SEPTICS AND SEWERS, STORM SEWER, GRADING, WATER LATERAL, KIND AND COURTEOUS, PROMPT,

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RENU Pavement LLC

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RENU Pavement LLC

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35 years of experience

Commercial/ Residential contractor, Experienced and Insured..

Commercial/ Residential contractor, Experienced and Insured..

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Cusatis Construction

4.77(
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Cusatis Construction

4.77(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Cusatis Construction Company, Inc. is a residential and commercial contractor serving the greater Milwaukee area and surrounding communities. This is a family owned and operated business with over 30 years of concrete experience. We are licensed, bonded and insured contractor committed to quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our business has grown through hard work and client referrals. We are committed to adhering to schedules, being punctual, courteous and responsive. Marcus Cusatis is the job superintendent and takes great pride in his abilities, work ethic and especially his dedicated crew.

"Wow! Cusatis Construction exceeded our expectations for our new driveway. We never thought that a driveway could be beautiful, but it is. Our friends and neighbors say the same thing. Prompt, courteous, polite and totally professional, Cusatis receives our highest recommendation!"

Ronald F on October 2023

Cusatis Construction Company, Inc. is a residential and commercial contractor serving the greater Milwaukee area and surrounding communities. This is a family owned and operated business with over 30 years of concrete experience. We are licensed, bonded and insured contractor committed to quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our business has grown through hard work and client referrals. We are committed to adhering to schedules, being punctual, courteous and responsive. Marcus Cusatis is the job superintendent and takes great pride in his abilities, work ethic and especially his dedicated crew.

"Wow! Cusatis Construction exceeded our expectations for our new driveway. We never thought that a driveway could be beautiful, but it is. Our friends and neighbors say the same thing. Prompt, courteous, polite and totally professional, Cusatis receives our highest recommendation!"

Ronald F on October 2023

DALE SCHMIDT CONTRACTING

5.00(
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DALE SCHMIDT CONTRACTING

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

2 EMPLOYEES, USES SUBS FOR MASONRY WORK. COST DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES.OWNER/OPERATOR ALWAYS ON SITE.

2 EMPLOYEES, USES SUBS FOR MASONRY WORK. COST DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES.OWNER/OPERATOR ALWAYS ON SITE.

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Mueller Excavating INC.

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Mueller Excavating INC.

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Our Excavators dig, move, and grade the earth using heavy machinery for various construction projects. Roads, Driveways, Sewer Lines, Pipes Etc.

Our Excavators dig, move, and grade the earth using heavy machinery for various construction projects. Roads, Driveways, Sewer Lines, Pipes Etc.

KELLY'S GREENSCAPES LLC

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KELLY'S GREENSCAPES LLC

3.67(
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Customers say: Super punctual
26 years of experience

15-25 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES.

"Shawn and Katee and the team at Kelly’s are tremendous ! We have hired them multiple times for major projects and the quality of their work and the prices have been great !! I cannot recommend them enough … a friend of ours recommended them to us … I’m thankful to her and to Kelly’s !!!"

Mike F on September 2021

15-25 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES.

"Shawn and Katee and the team at Kelly’s are tremendous ! We have hired them multiple times for major projects and the quality of their work and the prices have been great !! I cannot recommend them enough … a friend of ours recommended them to us … I’m thankful to her and to Kelly’s !!!"

Mike F on September 2021

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Hartford, WI

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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