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Sonart Construction Corp.
4.6(
12
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called Sonart construction to give me a bid remodeling a kitchen. I spoke to the project manager Ziv and he was very professional I then set up an in office meeting with Ziv we discussed our options and I was very pleased with how we all worked together with different ideas and we all came with the best kitchen design hat suits my needs and wants. Will definitely recommend to all family and friends."
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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DSN Construction, Inc
4.8(
45
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"What a great crew! On time, worked hard, productive, with the right tools for the job. They did a concrete wall demolition job that was not easy - and did it with quality results. Communication was great as well."
Natural Wooded Lot
Natural Wooded Lot
Natural Wooded Lot
Natural Wooded Lot
Underbrush Clearing

+159

Response time2 hrs
Response rate87%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Texas Repair and Remodel LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a fantastic job making the concrete steps at our renovation property. Great communication and really good quality of work. I would definitely use them for future projects, I'd call them first before anyone else."
Weathered Door
Weathered door
Weathered Door
Weathered Garage Door
Weathered Garage Door

+49

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Apex Site Works
5.0(
3
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had Apex do all the flatwork, irrigation, drainage and landscape design and install at our custom home. Amazing outfit. Great communication and excellent quality of work. Will definitely use them on our next project. "
Candlelight
Candlelight
Candlelight
Candlelight
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Telloc Landscape and Construction
4.8(
8
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a great job with my backyard! Took care of every single detail and I'm happy with the results."
Retention wall
Vertical garden residential
Vertical garden residential
Vertical garden residential
Vertical garden commercial

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Houston Excavation Contractors
4.8(
6
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This guy did a good job Hugo he is very nice guy I had a leak in my front yard and I called him out he did a new line from the meter to my house with pex good prizing and easy to work with "
Houston Excavation
Houston Excavation
Houston Excavation
Houston Excavation
Response time2 days
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Houston, TX

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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