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Green Effect

22715 Grace Hill Lane
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Green Effect

22715 Grace Hill Lane
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20 years of experience

Green Effect is a premiere full service contractor that operates out of Athens, AL. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!

Green Effect is a premiere full service contractor that operates out of Athens, AL. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!


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Jameson Properties

753 Ed Spears Rd
4.75(
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Jameson Properties

753 Ed Spears Rd
4.75(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Land Improvement Specialist! As a member of the North Alabama Chapter of Wild Ones we improve land based on your goals. A backyard is treaded different than hunting land vs timber. We remove different species based on your long term goals. We can turn wooded land into your new home site ready for the foundation. We do not remove trees within 50 feet of homes. We have an Excavator with a mulching head rated to mulch up to 4? trees. We also have a Dozer and Skid Steer with multiple attachments so we can handle almost all your dirt work needs. We have built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates and great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Very professional, once started they completed the job as discussed, I would use them again if needed."

GARY W on June 2021

Land Improvement Specialist! As a member of the North Alabama Chapter of Wild Ones we improve land based on your goals. A backyard is treaded different than hunting land vs timber. We remove different species based on your long term goals. We can turn wooded land into your new home site ready for the foundation. We do not remove trees within 50 feet of homes. We have an Excavator with a mulching head rated to mulch up to 4? trees. We also have a Dozer and Skid Steer with multiple attachments so we can handle almost all your dirt work needs. We have built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates and great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Very professional, once started they completed the job as discussed, I would use them again if needed."

GARY W on June 2021


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Stevens and Company

642 County Road 842
5.00(
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Stevens and Company

642 County Road 842
5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Stevens & Company 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. The trades we specialize in are traditional land clearing and excavation. We also offer the more environmentally friendly style of land clearing as well which is forestry mulching. We have both large and small machines for any size land clearing or excavating project.

"Quality work at a fair price. When you give them a job to do they show up and get it done!"

Paul S on February 2023

Stevens & Company 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. The trades we specialize in are traditional land clearing and excavation. We also offer the more environmentally friendly style of land clearing as well which is forestry mulching. We have both large and small machines for any size land clearing or excavating project.

"Quality work at a fair price. When you give them a job to do they show up and get it done!"

Paul S on February 2023


A general excavation company that has been in business for 30+ years, offering residential and commercial septic and excavation to Sand Mountain and surrounding area.


Cabrera Professional Tree Services

319 County Rd 1973
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Cabrera Professional Tree Services

319 County Rd 1973
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15 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!


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Finney's Excavation and Land Services

2335 Safe Haven Circle
4.88(
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Finney's Excavation and Land Services

2335 Safe Haven Circle
4.88(
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Customers say: Quick response
15 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

Finney's Excavation and Land Service 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.

"customer is satisfied"

Brandon C on May 2025

Finney's Excavation and Land Service 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.

"customer is satisfied"

Brandon C on May 2025


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Lily Rose

123 Alford Ln
5.00(
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Lily Rose

123 Alford Ln
5.00(
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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"He did an awesome job"

Belinda H on October 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"He did an awesome job"

Belinda H on October 2025


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Masterpiece Builders

PO Box 41
4.71(
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Masterpiece Builders

PO Box 41
4.71(
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Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience

*Bypass the hassle! Call (256) 559-2825 to talk directly to a real person! *Want a job that lasts - a masterpiece? We build the quality most don't have time for. Looking for a pro you can trust - as well as their knowledge? We do it right the first time - saving you money and problems. Affordable... yet committed to leaving you impressed! *Your choice of financing available

"Did a horrible job. David uses low quality wood, screws are missing and unevenly placed, boards are warping badly after 2 months, uses wrong gate hinges and stained wood way too early (1 coat) causing fading and sticky sap. I HIGHLY don?t recommend this dude!!!!"

Tara s on July 2025

*Bypass the hassle! Call (256) 559-2825 to talk directly to a real person! *Want a job that lasts - a masterpiece? We build the quality most don't have time for. Looking for a pro you can trust - as well as their knowledge? We do it right the first time - saving you money and problems. Affordable... yet committed to leaving you impressed! *Your choice of financing available

"Did a horrible job. David uses low quality wood, screws are missing and unevenly placed, boards are warping badly after 2 months, uses wrong gate hinges and stained wood way too early (1 coat) causing fading and sticky sap. I HIGHLY don?t recommend this dude!!!!"

Tara s on July 2025


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C & L Bulldozing

Located In:
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C & L Bulldozing

Located In:
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We specialize in land clearing, fence row clearing, site prep, cleaning and digging ponds, building pads, all types of dirt work. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"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."

Kelly S on February 2025

We specialize in land clearing, fence row clearing, site prep, cleaning and digging ponds, building pads, all types of dirt work. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"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."

Kelly S on February 2025


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Sterling Lawncare & Landscaping

5.00(
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Sterling Lawncare & Landscaping

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Welcome to Sterling Construction, here are just a few of the services we offer!! -Landscaping -Drainage -Sod -Building Pads -Driveways -Driveway repair -Excavation -Dirt work -Earth moving We look forward to serving you! CALL US TODAY FOR A ESTIMATE!

"We don’t have time to keep our yard up and they made my yard perfect for my kiddos and dogs. Super happy with how it turned out! Definitely recommend!"

Kayla L on March 2023

Welcome to Sterling Construction, here are just a few of the services we offer!! -Landscaping -Drainage -Sod -Building Pads -Driveways -Driveway repair -Excavation -Dirt work -Earth moving We look forward to serving you! CALL US TODAY FOR A ESTIMATE!

"We don’t have time to keep our yard up and they made my yard perfect for my kiddos and dogs. Super happy with how it turned out! Definitely recommend!"

Kayla L on March 2023

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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.

The Huntsville, AL homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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