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Avatar for 360D Excavating
360D Excavating
5.0(
36
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Laporte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dustin went above and beyond on 3 diff projects; trenching for a propane line, redoing a badly eroded driveway, and flattening out parking area. All in one day, done on a Saturday to boot. Very competent and professional, fair pricing."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
4.7(
223
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Laporte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We contacted A.P. for Tree Removal and Trimming Service. They responded the same day, provided an estimate on site, and scheduled the work to start within two days. They arrived on their scheduled, time, communicated with us regarding the work to be done, their crew was very organized, worked well together, kept the work area picked up, protected at other property, Communicated with us to ensure the trimming was as we wanted, and Cleaned up the area when completed. The owners walked us around the property when they were finished to make sure we were satisfied with their work. All of their workers were very friendly and were available to answer questions. When I took water to the workers, all thanked us, and one of the younger workers also thanked me for selecting them to do the work for us. We will use them again for future projects."
Pine Tree
Start of Project
AP Bucket Truck
Midway Point
Ground Work

+21

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Gallegos Constructions, Inc.
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Laporte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We had Jim and his team dig a crawl space hole in our backyard for an ADU for my wife’s parents. I had constructed dozens of homes in years past but the space in my personal back yard was extremely limited. I was completely amazed on how they dug, stored the dirt, and back filled the new foundation with proper compaction! I would definitely recommend and hire Jim and his guys every time!"
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Septic system
Cattle Guard
Sewer line repair

+4

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Highland Landscaping & Excavations
Highland Landscaping & Excavations
5.0(
6
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Laporte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highland Hardscapes did excellent work on my new home. Cesar's experience and knowledge made it easy for me to achieve the look I desired. Several projects were completed in a timely manner. I was very happy with the quality and service I received. I would recommend Highland Hardsapes for any landscaping jobs."
Niwot Landscape/Hardscape
Front yard Landscaping
New Culvert / Landscape/hardscape
Niwot Landscape/Hardscape
Retaining wall / Drainage channel

+40

Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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DPK, Inc.
5.0(
2
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Laporte, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Drew was not only professional and knowledgeable, but he was a great guy. He did so much work around our home that even our overprotective bulldog, Mable welcomes him into our home. If you are looking for a hard working and trustworthy contractor, Mr. Kelley is who you need fob call."
Road Grading
Road Grading
Road Grading
Road Grading
Road Grading

+7

Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Laporte, CO

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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