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Avatar for Conway land clearing and site prep
Conway land clearing and site prep
5.0(
9
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Serving Lake City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Wow! Jeremy & his crew did an EXCEPTIONAL job clearing our site. There were trees, shrubs, random junk, large areas of cement and even sections with slabs of concrete half a foot thick and they just handled it all! Their pricing was reasonable, the scheduling was fast & convenient, and we could not be happier with the outcome. They left a very clean site behind. They are true pros. We will tell everyone we know about Conway Land Clearing & Site Prep!"
Before starting
Installed 5 palms for a customer in there backyard
Before I ever broke ground
During project
Clearing 1 acre

+12

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Gatorland Services LLC
4.9(
17
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Serving Lake City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team came out and did a really great job in preparing a site for me. They were also able to answer questions I had before proceeding with other work. Would recommend A+"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for M.C. Cutting Edge Site Prep & Forestry
M.C. Cutting Edge Site Prep & Forestry
5.0(
11
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Serving Lake City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys came out clean, trimmed They came out and fixed my decrepit lawn, very happy with the service their work ethic and their responsiveness, professionalism will definitely bring them back. Any projects I highly recommend."
Q1 Work completed
Q1 Work completed
Q1 Work completed
Maple next to a house
Maple next to a house

+3

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Jim Digs, LLC
Jim Digs, LLC
4.9(
5
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Serving Lake City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Couldn't ask for a more courteous you man. Did some work on my farm in Morriston, Florida; he went above and beyond. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and everyone. Fantastic job"
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Freddie Bell Site Prep
Freddie Bell Site Prep
5.0(
2
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Serving Lake City, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Bell has been contracted by me to do land clearing jobs for the past 15 yrs. He has dependable equipment, he is owner operator, has 40 yrs experience and he does what he says heâ ll do. Excellent customer service."
Dealto
Dealto
Dealto
Dealto
Dealto

+4

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for J&S Land Management Mulching and Clearing
J&S Land Management Mulching and Clearing
5.0(
3
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Serving Lake City, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"5 star review, all the way!!!! JandS did an exceptional job clearing our property! We were very pleased with the outcome. They were reliable, finished in a timely manner, and their customer service exceeded all expectations!!!!! I highly recommend JandS Land Management Mulching and Clearing!!!"
On the Job
On the job
On the job
On the job
On the job

+5

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Happy Coast Construction
5.0(
2
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Serving Lake City, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Happy Coast Construction, LLC to excavate and clear about an acre of our property and were thrilled with the results! We are excited to hire them again for the next phases of our project: digging a pool and installing a paver patio and driveway."
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Lake City, FL

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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