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Excavation Pros

3214 Genesee St.
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Excavation Pros

3214 Genesee St.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

Excavation Pros Inc. we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very professional, brand new equipment at a good price"

Bassem M on May 2024

Excavation Pros Inc. we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very professional, brand new equipment at a good price"

Bassem M on May 2024


Blackline Equipment Rental & Sales, LLC

6274 Main Rd
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Blackline Equipment Rental & Sales, LLC

6274 Main Rd
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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


Custom Excavating

1540 Alleghany Road
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Custom Excavating

1540 Alleghany Road
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25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Building Site Preparation, Excavation and Major Grading services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Building Site Preparation, Excavation and Major Grading services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!


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Precision Drainage & Excavating

1834 Route 39
5.00(
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Precision Drainage & Excavating

1834 Route 39
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

We have a firm commitment to exceeding customer expectations. Dylan, the owner of Precision Drainage & Excavating will work closely with you every step of the way on your project from start to finish. Every job receives his personal attention to make sure everything is done right and how you want it. We will recommend the best way to do your project, but also work with you to make sure it fits your needs.

"In talking with the owner of the business, who was also on site helping perform the tree & stump removal, I found he and crew will go the extra mile to satisfy the customer and do it all with safety in mind. Tree and stump removal could not have gone better including clean up and topsoil seeding. Dylan and Devan truly enjoy the work they do and take pride in providing a quality job using the appropriate equipment."

DENNIS G on November 2024

We have a firm commitment to exceeding customer expectations. Dylan, the owner of Precision Drainage & Excavating will work closely with you every step of the way on your project from start to finish. Every job receives his personal attention to make sure everything is done right and how you want it. We will recommend the best way to do your project, but also work with you to make sure it fits your needs.

"In talking with the owner of the business, who was also on site helping perform the tree & stump removal, I found he and crew will go the extra mile to satisfy the customer and do it all with safety in mind. Tree and stump removal could not have gone better including clean up and topsoil seeding. Dylan and Devan truly enjoy the work they do and take pride in providing a quality job using the appropriate equipment."

DENNIS G on November 2024


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Martinez Land Clearing, LLC

2156 Abbott Rd
5.00(
3
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Martinez Land Clearing, LLC

2156 Abbott Rd
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Martinez Land Clearing, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today!

"They are very responsive, professional and friendly. "

Roger M on September 2025

Martinez Land Clearing, LLC proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity and attention to details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated so give us a call today!

"They are very responsive, professional and friendly. "

Roger M on September 2025


Pierce Services, Inc.

4930 Webster Road
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Pierce Services, Inc.

4930 Webster Road
4.88(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Pierce Services, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"I would highly recommend Chuck Pierce Jr at Pierce Services. They just finished work at a lakefront property for me in Cassadaga, Ny including backfilling around fkundation, site fill/prep and a new seawall. Itâ s gorgeous!!! The seawall is absolutely stunning. Chuck was so professional and great to work with and really cared about the project and making it awesome! Thank you!!"

Kim S on June 2023

Pierce Services, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"I would highly recommend Chuck Pierce Jr at Pierce Services. They just finished work at a lakefront property for me in Cassadaga, Ny including backfilling around fkundation, site fill/prep and a new seawall. Itâ s gorgeous!!! The seawall is absolutely stunning. Chuck was so professional and great to work with and really cared about the project and making it awesome! Thank you!!"

Kim S on June 2023


JDGREEN Property Services LLC

1815 East Hill Road
5.00(
3
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JDGREEN Property Services LLC

1815 East Hill Road
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

JDGREEN Property services LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today! Hours are Monday through Friday 8am-5pm.

"Great guys, Great work and honest pricing."

Don C on October 2025

JDGREEN Property services LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today! Hours are Monday through Friday 8am-5pm.

"Great guys, Great work and honest pricing."

Don C on October 2025


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LEROY AND SONS MAINTENANCE, LLC

8084 Hunters Creek Road
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LEROY AND SONS MAINTENANCE, LLC

8084 Hunters Creek Road
4.92(
6
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Approved Pro
30 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

"With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!"

"They responded in person within the first hour of my request and took the time to discuss the job to my satisfaction. Kyle and Jacob worked hard and diligently throughout the project checking in with me periodically to make sure they were accomplishing all of my wishes. They were always respectful and their final cleanup was impeccable. I would hire them again for any landscaping needs."

James V on October 2025

"With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!"

"They responded in person within the first hour of my request and took the time to discuss the job to my satisfaction. Kyle and Jacob worked hard and diligently throughout the project checking in with me periodically to make sure they were accomplishing all of my wishes. They were always respectful and their final cleanup was impeccable. I would hire them again for any landscaping needs."

James V on October 2025


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Terra Firma Services

25 Pearl St
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

Terra Firma Services

25 Pearl St
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Terra Firma Services is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"John and his guys have began the tear out level and install today. Very professional. I’ll follow up upon completion. "

Ron k on August 2025

Terra Firma Services is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"John and his guys have began the tear out level and install today. Very professional. I’ll follow up upon completion. "

Ron k on August 2025


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Cook Specialty Contracting

1225 Town Line Rd
5.00(
2
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Cook Specialty Contracting

1225 Town Line Rd
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They were very helpful in removing what needed t o be. They gave me their card and told me of other services they offer. Will consider using them this spring"

Mary Ann F on January 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"They were very helpful in removing what needed t o be. They gave me their card and told me of other services they offer. Will consider using them this spring"

Mary Ann F on January 2025

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Lancaster, NY

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.

The Lancaster, NY homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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