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Avatar for ZR landscaping and Grading
ZR landscaping and Grading
4.8(
99
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hendersonville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: Super punctual

"I needed a long-neglected, weed-impacted flower bed totally cleaned out and new topsoil added to prepare the area for spring planting. The bed looks wonderful! The workers left my adjacent sidewalks spotlessly clean and they removed all debris. Secondly, I’ve had yard drains installed by others and needed ZR to grade the surrounding areas to funnel rainwater toward the drains. Finally, I needed 7 plantings and some mulching for definition. I could not have been more pleased with the work performed. I will use this company for all my future landscaping needs and will recommend to others. These are very nice, hardworking people who care about the quality of their work."
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+68

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ricky Cook Excavating Co INC
5.0(
14
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hendersonville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend this excavating company! They were professional, dependable, and did an excellent job from start to finish. They communicated clearly, showed up when promised, and made sure everything was completed properly. The finished work looks great, and they left the property clean and organized. I would definitely use them again!"
Adam Complex
Adam Complex
Adam Complex
Demo
Demo

+1

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
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Cobblestone Enterprises, LLC
4.8(
34
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hendersonville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Mr. Grayson Brookshire was very professional. When he came out to inspect the job, he gave me an estimate. The final cost was less than what he quoted. His crew was very hardworking, courteous, respectful of the property, and did an excellent job."
Beautiful Hardwood Mulch
Weekly mowing accounts
Oil Tank Removal
Oil Tank Removal
Oil Tank Removal Finished Product

+52

Response time4 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Thickett-B-Gone
5.0(
11
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hendersonville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ron and his team did a very good job removing the trees, and they even cleaned our gutters out for us- no extra charge! I would DEFINITELY recommend these pros. 5 stars!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Skyland Excavation and Development LLC
5.0(
8
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hendersonville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They arrived on time and were very efficient! Got the job done quickly and exactly what I needed. Before they did the seeding and straw, they asked if I was happy with the grading! They also said that if anything showed up that needed to be addressed, they would come back! Very friendly snd polite! I will definitely use them again!!"
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Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall
Retaining wall

+5

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Capps Excavation
5.0(
9
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Hendersonville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I spoke with Virgil about a limb that was hanging over my house and I was concerned about the upcoming ice storm causing it to fall onto my home. He came out quickly, sawed off the limb, and didn't charge me anything. While he was here I had him look at some other trees and he gave me an estimate on taking these down. As soon as the weather clears and it is safe to be here, I will let him know. I would recommend him highly, he answers his text messages and phone calls promptly, and strives to do a good job for you. I'm glad I have met him."
New house site
New house site
House prep
Waterline
New drive

+9

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Hendersonville, NC

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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