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

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"HIGHLY RECOMMEND Conway Land Clearing!! Immediate response to request for work, quick quote, and on time job performance as promised!! Jeremy is a hard worker, very personable, easy to contact, and gets the job done!"
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
10 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

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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%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jim Digs, LLC
4.9(
5
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Serving Lake City, FL and surrounding areas

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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

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Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DANIELS AND SON LANDWORKS LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Lake City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Daniels and Son were excellent! I actually hired them to help clean up after hurricane Milton last fall. I had so many trees down and debris everywhere! They showed up early and stayed late! Very professional and courteous. Their equipment made a very difficult job look easy. Very satisfied with their work. Do not hesitate to hire Daniels and Son for your job. You will be very happy to!"
This area was completely impassable and covered in downed water oaks before we began.
After clearing dozens of town trees from the hurricane, we cut this road through and smoothed it.
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Level Up Concrete LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Lake City, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They have poured many many pads and or barns at my farm, I am so impressed by the hard work and dedication put into every job."
Response time20 mins
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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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