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Descher Diversified, LLC
4.6(
15
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Serving Lakemont, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What great brothers and absolutely the best at what they do! They cut trees down, cleared under brush, made a steep slope not so steep, planted grass, pulled some bushes up. Graded around a 60x40 concrete pad and leveled it until it was even and then put gravel around the entire pad. We both are loving the way everything looks and turned out! Thank you Zack and Patrick! We will definitely use your company again!"
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading
Grading

+6

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Welch Excavating and Hauling
4.3(
8
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Serving Lakemont, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Customers say: Quality work

"He has been super! Wesley did some yard grading work for me. He is the single best grader I have worked with. He saved my project from some below average graders that had started the work before him. He is to dirt as Picasso is to paint. He is dependable and a pleasure to work with!"
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Belchers Earth Shaping
4.5(
20
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Serving Lakemont, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Shawn was very personable. He came out and gave me a quote for clearing out my woods down to our creek. He did an excellent job, showed up when he said he would and finished the job within a week. We love the view he created for us, keeping the area wooded but clean. He hauled away most of the debris and was able to get a permit to burn the rest. We will use him again in the future."
Excavation
Mini excavator landscaping , septic systems
Lake kewee
Lake kewee
Lake kewee

+10

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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J&L Dirt Worx
5.0(
3
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Serving Lakemont, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"couldn’t be any happier having him do work for us! from clearing out a whole piece of property, to major changes and grading done. he’s done a few of them for us. also does amazing septic and waterline work, and is nonstop until the job is complete or until it’s way past dark."
Gunsmoke dr
Gunsmoke dr
Gunsmoke dr
Gunsmoke dr
Gunsmoke dr

+3

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Hoyle Management Inc.
5.0(
6
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Serving Lakemont, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Hoyle Management Inc. did an outstanding job on my grading project. They were professional, efficient, and delivered exactly what I needed. The work was completed on time, with great attention to detail and care for the property. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality grading services!"
Response time5 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Reid Construction
3.1(
14
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Serving Lakemont, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Honest, dependable, hard working and talented crew. Highly recommend Marvin Reid and his workers. We did a renovation in Highlands, NC and could not be more pleased with the outcome."
pool dig
pool
pool dig
pool
pool

+23

Response time50 mins
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Lakemont, GA

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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