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Avatar for JW Grading And Excavation, LLC
JW Grading And Excavation, LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Kernersville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired JW Grading to clear our 2 acre lot for new construction and install our driveway, they done an amazing job. We are very pleased and would recommend them to anyone beginning the process of building a new home "
Grading and Excavation
New home site
New home site
New home site
New home site

+18

Recommended by11%of homeowners
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Dexter Land Clearing, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Kernersville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Brian Dexter of Dexter Land Clearing did an outstanding job! He efficiently cleared brush, saplings, and vegetation we wanted removed, leaving the area clean and beautiful. He also hand picked and set aside tree limbs to be used as path markers. He is professional, reliable, and easy to work with. We highly recommend his services and will hire him again for our landscape revamp project."
Mount Airy
Lewisville
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Evans LandWork
5.0(
5
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Serving Kernersville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Evans Landwork to repair the drainage issues on my gravel driveway, and the results were outstanding. He quickly identified the underlying problems, explained the plan clearly, and got to work with real precision. The grading, reshaping, and drainage improvements were done with obvious skill — water now flows exactly where it should, and the driveway looks better than it has in years. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and pride in his work truly set him apart. If you need reliable, high‑quality driveway or drainage repair, I highly recommend Evans Landwork."
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu
Clearing of kudzu

+8

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
M&D Property Solutions
4.9(
17
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Serving Kernersville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can. "
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Greener Horizons Enterprises
5.0(
13
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Serving Kernersville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Green Horizons installed underground piping for my downspouts to help address erosion from runoff during rainstorms and also installed decorative landscaping. Ethan communicated regularly during the project and finished the entire job quickly and with minimal disturbance to the rest of the yard. Super professional and the end result looks great. "
land development
Response time3 days
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Helping Hands of the Triad LLC
4.9(
16
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Serving Kernersville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Anthony was great! Very friendly and good communication. We had part of a tree fall on our house (the “limb” was so big, insurance considered it a tree). We got everything off the house ourselves but Anthony came to haul off and chainsaw the big limb trunk. He’s coming back next week to do one more little thing for us. Would definitely recommend. "
Tree shrub cleanup
Tree shrub cleanup
Tree shrub cleanup
Storm damage Tree removal
Storm damage Tree removal

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Kernersville, 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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