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Avatar for 5 Starr Farms & Land Management LLC
5 Starr Farms & Land Management LLC
595 Richlands Loop Rd
5.00(
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5 Starr Farms & Land Management LLC
595 Richlands Loop Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We have the experience, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at 5 Starr Farms & Land Management LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Prompt communication, good pricing, great quality work. 10/10 recommend."

Mikayla J on August 2023

We have the experience, and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at 5 Starr Farms & Land Management LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service-oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"Prompt communication, good pricing, great quality work. 10/10 recommend."

Mikayla J on August 2023


Avatar for ACME Contracting Services, Inc.
ACME Contracting Services, Inc.
1328 Livingston Chapel Rd
4.80(
5
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ACME Contracting Services, Inc.
1328 Livingston Chapel Rd
4.80(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"I very much appreciated Davidâ s willingness to work with me on timing of the project and even had to change our plans when Hurricane Ian made its way through NC."

Karen M on October 2022

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"I very much appreciated Davidâ s willingness to work with me on timing of the project and even had to change our plans when Hurricane Ian made its way through NC."

Karen M on October 2022


Avatar for Golden Mallard
Golden Mallard
117 South Navassa Road
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Golden Mallard
117 South Navassa Road
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
10 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I called Golden Mallard 2 days ago in search of someone coming over and hauling off Clay dirt from my backyard. They were great communicators and were able to work me in their schedule quickly. They were kind and very respectful and I would definitely use them again."

Kimberly B on May 2025

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I called Golden Mallard 2 days ago in search of someone coming over and hauling off Clay dirt from my backyard. They were great communicators and were able to work me in their schedule quickly. They were kind and very respectful and I would definitely use them again."

Kimberly B on May 2025


Avatar for K & H Land Restoration and Junk Removal
K & H Land Restoration and Junk Removal
7075 Shiloh Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
K & H Land Restoration and Junk Removal
7075 Shiloh Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

As a family owned business, K & H Land Restoration and Junk Removal prides 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!

"Very efficient and good clean work very nice guy!"

jacob T on June 2025

As a family owned business, K & H Land Restoration and Junk Removal prides 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!

"Very efficient and good clean work very nice guy!"

jacob T on June 2025


Avatar for South River Land Services
South River Land Services
475 Peter Cromartie Road
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
South River Land Services
475 Peter Cromartie Road
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
32 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Bill the owner from South River Land Services was an exceptional individual to work with as he was pleasant, experienced and had complete respect and understanding of my needs!. I am a 73 year old man who has been in construction for over 55 years and know when I have a decent contractor to work with…….. I highly recommend Bill having no doubt the job will be done right…………."

Thomas S on June 2025

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in excavation and building site services. We specialize in residential and commercial services and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"Bill the owner from South River Land Services was an exceptional individual to work with as he was pleasant, experienced and had complete respect and understanding of my needs!. I am a 73 year old man who has been in construction for over 55 years and know when I have a decent contractor to work with…….. I highly recommend Bill having no doubt the job will be done right…………."

Thomas S on June 2025


Avatar for HP Landworx
HP Landworx
Richlands
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
HP Landworx
Richlands
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
121 local quotes requested

HP LANDWORX specializes in your basic lawn care needs such as grass cutting and hedge trimming, tree removal, debris clean up and landscaping along with land clearing and forestry mulching. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"A+ 110% it went as great as can be. My yard has never looked as good. I will continue to call HP Landworx and highly recommend. -Paul Smith"

Paul s on March 2024

HP LANDWORX specializes in your basic lawn care needs such as grass cutting and hedge trimming, tree removal, debris clean up and landscaping along with land clearing and forestry mulching. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"A+ 110% it went as great as can be. My yard has never looked as good. I will continue to call HP Landworx and highly recommend. -Paul Smith"

Paul s on March 2024


Coastal Carolina Earthworks, Inc.
No reviews
Coastal Carolina Earthworks, Inc.
No reviews

With a lifelong dedication to heavy equipment, John Matthews, brings a passion for precision and a commitment to treating every project as if it were his own. Services include but are not limited to: Grading Excavation Drainage Solutions Land Clearing Driveways Landscaping Site work Debri clean up

With a lifelong dedication to heavy equipment, John Matthews, brings a passion for precision and a commitment to treating every project as if it were his own. Services include but are not limited to: Grading Excavation Drainage Solutions Land Clearing Driveways Landscaping Site work Debri clean up


Tyde Tough residential maintenance
2830 Kinston Hwy
No reviews
Tyde Tough residential maintenance
2830 Kinston Hwy
No reviews
4 years of experience

Tyde Tough! Residential maintenance a home grown eastern North Carolina business. We always strive to bring quality work with fair prices to our clients and look forward to making long positive lasting impressions with every person that chooses to use our business for their home maintenance or improvement needs. We offer many residential needs such as, -exterior home maintenance -light excavation/ditch cleaning -rock/mulch/gravel delivery and install -land clearing -driveway maintenance -pressure washing We also offer free onsite quotes!

Tyde Tough! Residential maintenance a home grown eastern North Carolina business. We always strive to bring quality work with fair prices to our clients and look forward to making long positive lasting impressions with every person that chooses to use our business for their home maintenance or improvement needs. We offer many residential needs such as, -exterior home maintenance -light excavation/ditch cleaning -rock/mulch/gravel delivery and install -land clearing -driveway maintenance -pressure washing We also offer free onsite quotes!


Yes, I fix that 24hr Handyman
1462 Sarecta Rd.
No reviews
Yes, I fix that 24hr Handyman
1462 Sarecta Rd.
No reviews
12 years of experience

Handyman service with 24hr emergency service.

Handyman service with 24hr emergency service.


Dock Masters
Hampstead
No reviews
Dock Masters
Hampstead
No reviews
Free onsite estimate

Dock Masters specializes in your marine repair needs from repairs on your pier, floating dock or gazebos to boat lifts well as bulkheads. We offer free estimates and were Veteran owned and operated, so building trust with the customer and great attention to detail is our priority !! We look forward to earning your business!

Dock Masters specializes in your marine repair needs from repairs on your pier, floating dock or gazebos to boat lifts well as bulkheads. We offer free estimates and were Veteran owned and operated, so building trust with the customer and great attention to detail is our priority !! We look forward to earning your business!

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Jacksonville, NC

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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