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413 Services

13136 Cliff Drive
5.00(
10
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•Approved Pro

413 Services

13136 Cliff Drive
5.00(
10
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

It is our mission, at 413 Services, to perform Tree Work and or Excavation Services with enthusiasm and courteousness in a SAFE and efficient manner, so that the property is cleaner when we leave with a happy property owner, all the while, providing a high-quality service at a reasonable and fair and honest price.

"everything was good"

Donald N on September 2025

It is our mission, at 413 Services, to perform Tree Work and or Excavation Services with enthusiasm and courteousness in a SAFE and efficient manner, so that the property is cleaner when we leave with a happy property owner, all the while, providing a high-quality service at a reasonable and fair and honest price.

"everything was good"

Donald N on September 2025

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Dagger One, LLC

PO Box 22
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro

Dagger One, LLC

PO Box 22
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

DAGGER ONE, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great job, super friendly and easy to work with. Job finished. Would definitely use them again."

Jeanna B on April 2025

DAGGER ONE, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Great job, super friendly and easy to work with. Job finished. Would definitely use them again."

Jeanna B on April 2025

Pendo'S Construction

PO Box 246
3.56(
9
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Pendo'S Construction

PO Box 246
3.56(
9
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Customers say: Quick response
Free onsite estimate

We are a full service construction company that work on residental and commercial properties. We offer free estimates and provide quality craftsmanship.

We are a full service construction company that work on residental and commercial properties. We offer free estimates and provide quality craftsmanship.

Witts sand and gravel

Unknown
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Witts sand and gravel

Unknown
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Free onsite estimate

Hauling gravel . Digging and Excavating. Trenching. Welding and Fabrication

Hauling gravel . Digging and Excavating. Trenching. Welding and Fabrication

Royal Nielsen Construction

9469 Deerview Rd
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Royal Nielsen Construction

9469 Deerview Rd
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65 years of experience

With plenty of experience as utilities contractors, we use the most advanced equipment to provide quality excavation work on your property. Call us today in Piedmont. Snow Removal services available.

With plenty of experience as utilities contractors, we use the most advanced equipment to provide quality excavation work on your property. Call us today in Piedmont. Snow Removal services available.

Hoskinson Contracting

1012 State Hwy 50
3.00(
2
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Hoskinson Contracting

1012 State Hwy 50
3.00(
2
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2 years of experience

Whether you're in need of general contracting, design & architectural services, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, flooring, earth moving & excavation, concrete, craning &rigging, landscaping, spray foam insulation or carpentry for your home or business, our team has the expertise and innovation to deliver quality results - from start to finish. We pride ourselves on our comprehensive approach, ensuring that every project is completed with precision and dedication.

"Totally incompetent. They have no idea what they are doing and it is dangerous."

Francis R on September 2025

Whether you're in need of general contracting, design & architectural services, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, flooring, earth moving & excavation, concrete, craning &rigging, landscaping, spray foam insulation or carpentry for your home or business, our team has the expertise and innovation to deliver quality results - from start to finish. We pride ourselves on our comprehensive approach, ensuring that every project is completed with precision and dedication.

"Totally incompetent. They have no idea what they are doing and it is dangerous."

Francis R on September 2025

Krohmer Plumbing Inc

401 S Ohlman St
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Krohmer Plumbing Inc

401 S Ohlman St
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41 years of experience

RL Construction & Design Inc.

23851 Hwy 385
1.00(
3
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RL Construction & Design Inc.

23851 Hwy 385
1.00(
3
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33 years of experience

Design and build all phases of construction

Design and build all phases of construction

ALEXANDER EXCAVATING

23180 S ROCHFORD RD
1.00(
1
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ALEXANDER EXCAVATING

23180 S ROCHFORD RD
1.00(
1
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Grizzly Services Inc

15124 Hwy 1416
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Grizzly Services Inc

15124 Hwy 1416
No reviews yet
14 years of experience

Grizzly Services provides a vacuum excavation service utilizing high pressure air and a high powered vacuum enabling them to complete jobs faster, cleaner, and safer than anyone else. Pricing is determined by each job, free estimates are available.

Grizzly Services provides a vacuum excavation service utilizing high pressure air and a high powered vacuum enabling them to complete jobs faster, cleaner, and safer than anyone else. Pricing is determined by each job, free estimates are available.

FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Hill City, SD

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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