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E & Z EXCAVATION LLC
5.0(
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Serving Hillsborough, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired EZ excavation for site, prep work and sewer line installation. ERIC was prompt and professional with reasonable prices. Everything went great. I would recommend him for any project."
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Culvert
Culvert

+8

Response time7 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Ikon Imports LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Hillsborough, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently used Ikon Imports for junk removal and was very impressed! They were on time, professional, and efficient, taking great care of everything. The whole process was smooth, with easy booking, transparent pricing, and excellent customer service. I highly recommend Ikon Imports for reliable junk removal services!"
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Clean Room
Half Full Garage
Empty Garage

+7

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ES Landscaping
5.0(
3
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Serving Hillsborough, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Highly recommend! Easy, timely, thorough and cost effective. Will definitely call on Ethan again for additional projects."
Response time9 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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D.R Guilmette Landworks
New to Angi

Serving Hillsborough, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

D.R Guilmette Landworks has extensive experience working with various areas of land developing. From building site preparation, to new patios for an existing home, our company can do it all.

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Alliance company
New to Angi

Serving Hillsborough, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Owned and operated by Jide Williams, Alliance is a full-service site preparation and excavation company. We specialize in transforming raw land into build-ready sites through expert grading, land clearing, and demolition. Whether you need materials delivered, debris hauled out, or complex tank and stump removal, we provide the heavy equipment and the "lead contractor" expertise to keep your project on schedule and on budget.

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Process
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Retaining wall

+33

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
RJ’s Landscape & Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Hillsborough, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

We are a professional paced and based business. Clean quality work matters to us. From our appearance throughout our project we strive to work safe, fast paced and always with a strong work ethic. Communication is one of our strengths along with leadership skills and a job done to your liking. We are proud at the many skills we have from in the ground up.

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Pineo Construction
5.0(
5
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Serving Hillsborough, NH and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! The owner and his crew are extremely professional, courteous and very easy to work with. No surprises. Easy to communicate with and showed up when promised. Left the job site clean and tidy. Will definitely be hiring them again."
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+33

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Hillsborough, NH

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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