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Wolf Creek Dirt Works
89281 Oak Hill Road
4.94(
9
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Approved Pro
Wolf Creek Dirt Works
89281 Oak Hill Road
4.94(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of excavating services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Very responsive. Completed the job in good time."

Carrie D on February 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of excavating services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Very responsive. Completed the job in good time."

Carrie D on February 2024


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Northern Outdoor Services, LLC
30350 Nature Road
4.73(
13
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Approved Pro
Northern Outdoor Services, LLC
30350 Nature Road
4.73(
13
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
71 local quotes requested

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"I was so appreciative of their willingness to help me create! They have an eye for detail. We started from scratch with a blank canvas of a backyard, and we made a beautiful patio and dog park for my dogs. I had ideas of things I wanted but Ross very kindly let me know how his way would be better...you know, because professionals understand that retaining walls help hold earth together and my idea would have caused a mud slide...YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING!!!"

Alyson Z on September 2023

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"I was so appreciative of their willingness to help me create! They have an eye for detail. We started from scratch with a blank canvas of a backyard, and we made a beautiful patio and dog park for my dogs. I had ideas of things I wanted but Ross very kindly let me know how his way would be better...you know, because professionals understand that retaining walls help hold earth together and my idea would have caused a mud slide...YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING!!!"

Alyson Z on September 2023


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Mission Creek Earthworks LLC
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5.00(
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Approved Pro
Mission Creek Earthworks LLC
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5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
122 local quotes requested

Mission Creek Earthworks LLC is your local excavation company that specializes but is not limited to: Excavation, Septic System Install, Demolition, Wildlife Ponds, Land Clearing, House Site Preperation and more!

"It went very well. I like their timeliness, price and thee guys he have were very easy to deal with. I have been working with Jeff for a long time now and I know his work ethic and he is good."

DAN H on March 2023

Mission Creek Earthworks LLC is your local excavation company that specializes but is not limited to: Excavation, Septic System Install, Demolition, Wildlife Ponds, Land Clearing, House Site Preperation and more!

"It went very well. I like their timeliness, price and thee guys he have were very easy to deal with. I have been working with Jeff for a long time now and I know his work ethic and he is good."

DAN H on March 2023


NELSON CUSTOM CONCRETE
P.O. Box 27069
5.00(
2
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NELSON CUSTOM CONCRETE
P.O. Box 27069
5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

high-quality, low-cost concrete stamping. Concrete countertop for kitchen, bathrooms, and indoor/outdoor bars. Drain tile sump pump installation.

high-quality, low-cost concrete stamping. Concrete countertop for kitchen, bathrooms, and indoor/outdoor bars. Drain tile sump pump installation.


Broz Construction
21551 Ginseng Rd
5.00(
6
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Broz Construction
21551 Ginseng Rd
5.00(
6
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

My name is Lucas Broz and I'm the owner of Broz Timber & Excavating. I'm licensed, bonded, insured, and certified. We clear trees, build driveways, grade landscapes, and install culverts and drainage systems. If you have a project you'd like to get done, or would like a quote for, drop a line. After talking a little about your project, I'll set up a time to come out and take a look at it. We'll go over your budget and what your desired outcome is, and what options we may have. We deal with jobs big and small, so don't hesitate to get a hold of me.

"Couldn’t ask for better! Hard working, honest and quality work!"

Ryan H on October 2020

My name is Lucas Broz and I'm the owner of Broz Timber & Excavating. I'm licensed, bonded, insured, and certified. We clear trees, build driveways, grade landscapes, and install culverts and drainage systems. If you have a project you'd like to get done, or would like a quote for, drop a line. After talking a little about your project, I'll set up a time to come out and take a look at it. We'll go over your budget and what your desired outcome is, and what options we may have. We deal with jobs big and small, so don't hesitate to get a hold of me.

"Couldn’t ask for better! Hard working, honest and quality work!"

Ryan H on October 2020


Lee's Tree Service and Firewood
11014 Harness Road
No reviews
Lee's Tree Service and Firewood
11014 Harness Road
No reviews
Free onsite estimate

Tree trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, landscaping, retaining walls, paver driveways and so much more....

Tree trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, landscaping, retaining walls, paver driveways and so much more....


Don Loken & Son Excavating & Drainage
1520 State Ave NW
No reviews
Don Loken & Son Excavating & Drainage
1520 State Ave NW
No reviews

At Don Loken Excavating, our goal is to do our best because we are representing the best. We strive to uphold our reputation of integrity and service, while creating lasting relationships with the companies that we work with. We are a full-service residential and commercial excavating company, serving the entire Owatonna area. Here are some of the services that we offer: Dig Basements Backfills City Sewer/Water Installation Final Grades Ripping Frost Site Work Hauling Materials Septic Installation Subcut/Base Driveways Demolition Curb Cut and Fills Site Development Main Line Water Taps Sewer/Water Street Connections Our excellent reputation and long list of satisfied customers attest to our superior service, attention to detail, clear communication, honesty and integrity. Call us today for your free estimate or to discuss how Don Loken Excavating can help you with all of your excavating needs.

At Don Loken Excavating, our goal is to do our best because we are representing the best. We strive to uphold our reputation of integrity and service, while creating lasting relationships with the companies that we work with. We are a full-service residential and commercial excavating company, serving the entire Owatonna area. Here are some of the services that we offer: Dig Basements Backfills City Sewer/Water Installation Final Grades Ripping Frost Site Work Hauling Materials Septic Installation Subcut/Base Driveways Demolition Curb Cut and Fills Site Development Main Line Water Taps Sewer/Water Street Connections Our excellent reputation and long list of satisfied customers attest to our superior service, attention to detail, clear communication, honesty and integrity. Call us today for your free estimate or to discuss how Don Loken Excavating can help you with all of your excavating needs.


JN Tree Service & Landscaping Inc.
26901 175th Ave.
No reviews
JN Tree Service & Landscaping Inc.
26901 175th Ave.
No reviews

C&R Excavating Inc
No reviews
C&R Excavating Inc
No reviews

Tim Thompson Plumbing & Heating
16675 Jacksonville Dr
5.00(
16
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Tim Thompson Plumbing & Heating
16675 Jacksonville Dr
5.00(
16
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Family owned & operated.

Family owned & operated.

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Building site preparation and clearings FAQs

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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