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Sonart Construction Corp.
4.8(
245
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If you are looking for a solid construction company sonart is the way to go for sure! All I could say was wow aside from the fact that my mouth was completely open for a solid five minutes LOL! The house was built around the 50s and hasnâ t been updated since the original build. To see our bathrooms brought more to a modern the lights was honestly heartwarming I know my mother would have appreciated this!Thank you again guys for your hard work!"
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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DSN Construction, Inc
4.8(
46
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

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%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Texas Repair and Remodel
4.4(
14
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John Lyone was easy to work with. Attentive, honest and efficient in his answers. Julio, my man helping to plan and manage the work was awsome. He had lot of knowledge and found solutions to any obsticles as the work progressed. He went above and beyond. Communication was very easy. I am very happy with completion of my project of installing AC/minisplit, drain / water to run faucet, garbage disposal, electricals, gas stove, hood through roof, cooktop, cabinet for enclosed outdoor kitchen. The high strength aluminum glass enclosure in the picture is from separate company."
Photos of the completed project
Giant gabled window with 69 feet of NanaWall (accordion style folding wall system) and Big Ass Fan
Final product in the kitchen
Post Remodel picture
New

+253

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Landers Ranch Services
5.0(
7
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: Quick response

At Landers Ranch Services, we are a reputable excavation company located in Grimes County, TX. Serving the surrounding areas, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch services to meet all our clients' excavation needs. With our skilled team and state-of-the-art equipment, we ensure efficient and reliable results for every project.

Bulkhead
Bulkhead
Bulkhead
Land clearing
Land clearing

+10

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Houston Excavation Contractors
4.7(
7
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

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
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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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