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H A Richard & Sons

85 Pond St
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H A Richard & Sons

85 Pond St
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7 years of experience
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Welcome to H A RIchard & Sons! With over 25 years of experience, we take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail, while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help!

Welcome to H A RIchard & Sons! With over 25 years of experience, we take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail, while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help!


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GTL Forest Products

PO Box 10
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GTL Forest Products

PO Box 10
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30 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to GTL Forest Products! With over 35 years in the industry, we specialize in land clearing and tree removal. Our equipped team has the professionalism, reliability, and experience to help you with your next project so call us for a free quote!

Welcome to GTL Forest Products! With over 35 years in the industry, we specialize in land clearing and tree removal. Our equipped team has the professionalism, reliability, and experience to help you with your next project so call us for a free quote!


Workman Power Washing & Dumpster Rentals

26 Buttonwood Dr
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Workman Power Washing & Dumpster Rentals

26 Buttonwood Dr
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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12 years of experience

With more than 25 years experience, 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.

"Friendly hard working man...definitely highly recommend!"

Paul T on September 2023

With more than 25 years experience, 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.

"Friendly hard working man...definitely highly recommend!"

Paul T on September 2023


T & W Excavation

10 Anderson Street
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T & W Excavation

10 Anderson Street
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 years of experience

Welcome to T & W Excavation, we've in business since 1988 and have over 25 years experience. We are a locally owned and operated company and believe in superior customer service and satisfaction is our guarantee to you. Call us today! Check out my web site at twexcavation.weebly.com

"Glen provided an excellent experience. Very prompt and professional.and pleasant to work with."

Victor G on June 2012

Welcome to T & W Excavation, we've in business since 1988 and have over 25 years experience. We are a locally owned and operated company and believe in superior customer service and satisfaction is our guarantee to you. Call us today! Check out my web site at twexcavation.weebly.com

"Glen provided an excellent experience. Very prompt and professional.and pleasant to work with."

Victor G on June 2012


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John K. Young Landscaping

P.O. Box 1623
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John K. Young Landscaping

P.O. Box 1623
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Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
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26 years of experience

Since 1999, John K. Young Landscaping has earned a reputation of prompt reliable, residential and commercial services. Our knowledge will earn your trust for a lifetime. John believes in making all of his clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We pride ourselves in adding beautiful to your home and property. Call John today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you.

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Lidia H on May 2025

Since 1999, John K. Young Landscaping has earned a reputation of prompt reliable, residential and commercial services. Our knowledge will earn your trust for a lifetime. John believes in making all of his clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We pride ourselves in adding beautiful to your home and property. Call John today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you.

"Na"

Lidia H on May 2025


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StrongBack Systems

PO Box 422
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StrongBack Systems

PO Box 422
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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12 years of experience

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at StrongBack Systems strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction. Over ten years experience

"I had a very positive experience working with StrongBack Systems on a retaining wall project. Greg and his team were prompt, professional, courteous, and far exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend this company to anyone that is in need of a similar project."

Matthew F on May 2020

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at StrongBack Systems strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction. Over ten years experience

"I had a very positive experience working with StrongBack Systems on a retaining wall project. Greg and his team were prompt, professional, courteous, and far exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend this company to anyone that is in need of a similar project."

Matthew F on May 2020


Kennelly Construction, Corp.

56 Groton Road
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Kennelly Construction, Corp.

56 Groton Road
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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52 years of experience

Here at Kennelly Construction, Corp., we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it's excavation, to septic systems, we can take care of all your home's needs. With over 50 years of experience, we offer both residential and commercial services. Give us a call for a free estimate, we look forward to working with you!

"They got the job done.."

Diane L on February 2021

Here at Kennelly Construction, Corp., we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it's excavation, to septic systems, we can take care of all your home's needs. With over 50 years of experience, we offer both residential and commercial services. Give us a call for a free estimate, we look forward to working with you!

"They got the job done.."

Diane L on February 2021


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V.C.O. Inc.

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V.C.O. Inc.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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284 local quotes requested

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Great job, very professional, I highly recommend"

Joe B on July 2025

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Great job, very professional, I highly recommend"

Joe B on July 2025


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C2G Environmental Consultants LLC

83 S Putt Corners Rd
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C2G Environmental Consultants LLC

83 S Putt Corners Rd
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C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC specializes in underground storage tank removals and abandonments, above ground storage tank removals and installations, remediation of contaminated soil, groundwater investigations, and emergency spill response. By choosing C2G Environmental, you can be assured that your environmental project will be handled with the utmost care and professionalism. C2G Environmental is a full service environmental company. What sets us apart from other companies is our highly trained staff of professional geologists and hydrologists, as well as technicians. We do not use sub-contractors or rental equipment. We are authorized by New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey to remove and haul contaminated material. Our Services: • Tank Removals, Abandonments & Installations • 24 Hour Emergency Spill Response • Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) • Geoprobe & Vac Truck Services • Water, Soil, Air Testing/Monitoring • Liquid/Soil Transportation & Disposal • Petroleum Facility Compliance Audits (Class A/B Operator) • Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessment

"C2G was excellent during the entire process. they had a quote to my in less than 24 hours and promptly answered my questions when I called them. Once I selected them they were able to schedule the job just a few days out and I could not have been more satisfied with the outcome. The two workers who did the job were knowledgeable and respectful. In over 20 years of home ownership I would have to say this was the best experience I ever had with a home contractor."

Jim O on July 2020

C2G Environmental Consultants, LLC specializes in underground storage tank removals and abandonments, above ground storage tank removals and installations, remediation of contaminated soil, groundwater investigations, and emergency spill response. By choosing C2G Environmental, you can be assured that your environmental project will be handled with the utmost care and professionalism. C2G Environmental is a full service environmental company. What sets us apart from other companies is our highly trained staff of professional geologists and hydrologists, as well as technicians. We do not use sub-contractors or rental equipment. We are authorized by New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey to remove and haul contaminated material. Our Services: • Tank Removals, Abandonments & Installations • 24 Hour Emergency Spill Response • Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) • Geoprobe & Vac Truck Services • Water, Soil, Air Testing/Monitoring • Liquid/Soil Transportation & Disposal • Petroleum Facility Compliance Audits (Class A/B Operator) • Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessment

"C2G was excellent during the entire process. they had a quote to my in less than 24 hours and promptly answered my questions when I called them. Once I selected them they were able to schedule the job just a few days out and I could not have been more satisfied with the outcome. The two workers who did the job were knowledgeable and respectful. In over 20 years of home ownership I would have to say this was the best experience I ever had with a home contractor."

Jim O on July 2020


Miller Environmental

608 Spring Street
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Miller Environmental

608 Spring Street
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28 years of experience

Family owned and operated

Family owned and operated

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Lawrence, MA

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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