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Hulk's Dumpster Rentals
2405 Delano St
4.83(
6
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Approved Pro
Hulk's Dumpster Rentals
2405 Delano St
4.83(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Welcome to Hulk's Dumpster Rentals, proudly servicing Pensacola and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

"Great company to work with"

Stephen R on August 2022

Welcome to Hulk's Dumpster Rentals, proudly servicing Pensacola and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

"Great company to work with"

Stephen R on August 2022


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Altura Construction
5.00(
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Altura Construction
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
521 local quotes requested

Family owned business with over 3 years of experience handling all of your home services needs. We specialize in Landscaping and landscaping design, Hardscaping & Pavers. We can build you a beautiful outdoor living area or kitchen. We also specialize in dock building and repair and decks and porches. We pride ourselves on quality work. Call us today for a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you.

"Excellent. Great communication, work was done in just a couple of days as was discussed with Ryan. I would highly recommend Altura to anyone I know. They do great work."

Gavin W on March 2025

Family owned business with over 3 years of experience handling all of your home services needs. We specialize in Landscaping and landscaping design, Hardscaping & Pavers. We can build you a beautiful outdoor living area or kitchen. We also specialize in dock building and repair and decks and porches. We pride ourselves on quality work. Call us today for a free estimate. We look forward to hearing from you.

"Excellent. Great communication, work was done in just a couple of days as was discussed with Ryan. I would highly recommend Altura to anyone I know. They do great work."

Gavin W on March 2025


osburn Communications
302 Erie St
No reviews
osburn Communications
302 Erie St
No reviews
28 years of experience

Osburn Communications est:1997 120 fulltime employees 225 sub-contractors-Customer billed upon completion of service 30% deposit required upon contract agreement. Financing available WAC. 10% first time customer/senior citizen discount.

Osburn Communications est:1997 120 fulltime employees 225 sub-contractors-Customer billed upon completion of service 30% deposit required upon contract agreement. Financing available WAC. 10% first time customer/senior citizen discount.


William H. Arnett Septic
5068 Gallagher Cut Off
4.50(
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William H. Arnett Septic
5068 Gallagher Cut Off
4.50(
14
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Customers say: Quality work
Emergency services offered

We know that anyone who owns property with a septic or waste water systems dreads having problems crop up. After all, they're messy, smelly, and can be expensive to fix. At Arnett Septic in Defuniak Springs, FL, we make your septic problems go away as quickly as possible, and at as reasonable an expense as possible.

We know that anyone who owns property with a septic or waste water systems dreads having problems crop up. After all, they're messy, smelly, and can be expensive to fix. At Arnett Septic in Defuniak Springs, FL, we make your septic problems go away as quickly as possible, and at as reasonable an expense as possible.


TFR PAVING & GRADING INC
4812 Guernsey Rd
3.67(
9
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TFR PAVING & GRADING INC
4812 Guernsey Rd
3.67(
9
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Customers say: Quality work
19 years of experience

Being a smaller company we do from time to time work hand in hand with sub-contractors on larger projects in order for project to be completed in a timely manor. Payment of work is due upon completion of work except in certain circumstances where specialty materials are required, a materials draw may be required up front.

Being a smaller company we do from time to time work hand in hand with sub-contractors on larger projects in order for project to be completed in a timely manor. Payment of work is due upon completion of work except in certain circumstances where specialty materials are required, a materials draw may be required up front.


FMC Mobile
12041 West Oak Ct
3.00(
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FMC Mobile
12041 West Oak Ct
3.00(
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Customers say: Terrific value
17 years of experience

FMC Mobile is a licensed and bonded General Contractor. Located in Mobile, Alabama we serve the entire Gulf Coast; Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas and Florida. Reciprocal licensing laws allow us to take care of your home and business repairs and remodeling needs. We specialize in many areas including swimming pool and church baptismal reglazing. We not only guarantee our work, but also promise to beat any other licensed and bonded General Contractor's written bid by at least 10%. For a link to our website with close to 100 before and after pictures of our work, email Kenny McGee at fmcmobile@yahoo.com - References gladly provided.

FMC Mobile is a licensed and bonded General Contractor. Located in Mobile, Alabama we serve the entire Gulf Coast; Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas and Florida. Reciprocal licensing laws allow us to take care of your home and business repairs and remodeling needs. We specialize in many areas including swimming pool and church baptismal reglazing. We not only guarantee our work, but also promise to beat any other licensed and bonded General Contractor's written bid by at least 10%. For a link to our website with close to 100 before and after pictures of our work, email Kenny McGee at fmcmobile@yahoo.com - References gladly provided.


Gibson Directional Drilling
No reviews
Gibson Directional Drilling
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Gibson Directional Drilling specializes in underground utility instillation on product sizing form .5'- 36" using horizontal directional drilling & open-cut methods. Our team goes above and beyond to meet customer expectations and requirements. Our firm carries a management team with 30+ years of underground experience and expertise helping add to peace of mind for our customers.

Gibson Directional Drilling specializes in underground utility instillation on product sizing form .5'- 36" using horizontal directional drilling & open-cut methods. Our team goes above and beyond to meet customer expectations and requirements. Our firm carries a management team with 30+ years of underground experience and expertise helping add to peace of mind for our customers.


FOWLER'S SEPTIC TANKS
5363 FAIRCHILD RD
4.00(
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FOWLER'S SEPTIC TANKS
5363 FAIRCHILD RD
4.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

CHAVERS CONSTRUCTION INC
9500 PENSACOLA BLVD
No reviews
CHAVERS CONSTRUCTION INC
9500 PENSACOLA BLVD
No reviews

Chavers Construction is proud to say that we have been able to serve our community since 1999. From paving driveways and pouring concrete to rolling asphalt on major highways, Chavers has you covered. Our competitive rate makes us stand out from our competition. Give us a call today for an estimate that fits your budget.

Chavers Construction is proud to say that we have been able to serve our community since 1999. From paving driveways and pouring concrete to rolling asphalt on major highways, Chavers has you covered. Our competitive rate makes us stand out from our competition. Give us a call today for an estimate that fits your budget.


C & S Construction and Remodeling
2209 Salamanca St
4.00(
4
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C & S Construction and Remodeling
2209 Salamanca St
4.00(
4
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Customers say: Quick response
29 years of experience

Licensed, insured. Competitive pricing. We stand behind all of our work. Free estimates. No job too small or too large. You can also contact Russ at russsnead2000@yahoo.com

Licensed, insured. Competitive pricing. We stand behind all of our work. Free estimates. No job too small or too large. You can also contact Russ at russsnead2000@yahoo.com

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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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