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C & L Bulldozing
5.0(
3
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Terry was awesome to work with. He went above and beyond on our projects. He has done several projects for us including clearing trees, building a driveway, and putting in a pad for our home build."
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Masterpiece Builders
4.5(
15
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"He works steady and pays attention to detail. He repaired a privacy fence that a large section had fallen down. Does not waste time. He is courteous and takes time to explain how he is going to make the repair. I recommend him to anyone and plan to call him again for future repairs and new projects."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Huntsville Tree Pros LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We needed a few trees cut and removed. Huntsville Tree Pros gave us a free estimate and had the best price. They showed up on time and had the work completed in the timeline we discussed. We highly recommend and will be using them again soon!"
We Do Trees
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DeBoer Dirt and Land
5.0(
5
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Serving Huntsville, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"DDL was without a doubt one of the most professional and knowledgeable companies I have dealt with. Price was great, quality of work was great, and he even got to it quick! If you need something done and want it done right give DDL a call and it will be done the right way the first time! He is a veteran as well ."
Burnt house
Burnt house
Cleared and leveled to home owners preference.
Finished to desired grade.
House demolition

+39

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Huntsville, AL

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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