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Building site preparation and clearing pros in Lehigh Valley

Larry Miller General Contracting
PO Box 423
4.83(
6
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Approved Pro
Larry Miller General Contracting
PO Box 423
4.83(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized 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!

"No comment."

Allen B on May 2021

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized 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!

"No comment."

Allen B on May 2021


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Green's Excavating & Paving
115 Dusty Lane
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Green's Excavating & Paving
115 Dusty Lane
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
10 local quotes requested
58 years of experience

Green's Excavating & Paving 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!

"Where they did the work the grade came out perfect there is no drainage problems. The bolder walls look awesome. Now my family and I have a beautiful place to sit and enjoy nature "

Ron N on March 2025

Green's Excavating & Paving 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!

"Where they did the work the grade came out perfect there is no drainage problems. The bolder walls look awesome. Now my family and I have a beautiful place to sit and enjoy nature "

Ron N on March 2025


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John Gmelch Excavating
533 Fox Gap Road
4.75(
16
)
Approved Pro
John Gmelch Excavating
533 Fox Gap Road
4.75(
16
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

Here at John Gmelch Excavating, we are a leading general contractor located in Bangor, Pennsylvania. We have collaborated with many businesses and individuals on a wide range of projects throughout the northeast, building a solid reputation for teamwork, integrity and performance. Our goal has always been to ensure the complete satisfaction of every customer. Our sound business practices are just one of the reasons clients turn to us over and over again. We want you to feel confident that we will meet your needs. Our customer is always our number one priority. We invite you to explore our website to discover how we can work for you.

"Very curtious friendly"

Linda w on August 2024

Here at John Gmelch Excavating, we are a leading general contractor located in Bangor, Pennsylvania. We have collaborated with many businesses and individuals on a wide range of projects throughout the northeast, building a solid reputation for teamwork, integrity and performance. Our goal has always been to ensure the complete satisfaction of every customer. Our sound business practices are just one of the reasons clients turn to us over and over again. We want you to feel confident that we will meet your needs. Our customer is always our number one priority. We invite you to explore our website to discover how we can work for you.

"Very curtious friendly"

Linda w on August 2024


Tim Fisher Enterprises, Inc.
5913 Werleys Corner Road
4.88(
10
)
Approved Pro
Tim Fisher Enterprises, Inc.
5913 Werleys Corner Road
4.88(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

Tim Fisher Enterprises, Inc., with over 20 years of experience in the excavation business, don't trust that job to just anyone! Make sure you get the job done right the first time and call me today for your free estimate!

"Very good, arrive on day promised, did great job as well as cleanup"

Frank P on July 2021

Tim Fisher Enterprises, Inc., with over 20 years of experience in the excavation business, don't trust that job to just anyone! Make sure you get the job done right the first time and call me today for your free estimate!

"Very good, arrive on day promised, did great job as well as cleanup"

Frank P on July 2021


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Al-Bajali Construction LLC
2420 S Filbert Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Al-Bajali Construction LLC
2420 S Filbert Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Albajali Construction, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"Zak was so nice and professional even when I asked for more than we agreed upon he didn’t slip a beat! Highly recommend!"

Louis M on February 2025

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Albajali Construction, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"Zak was so nice and professional even when I asked for more than we agreed upon he didn’t slip a beat! Highly recommend!"

Louis M on February 2025


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Wessner Hauling & Excavating Inc.
180 Hottenstein Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Wessner Hauling & Excavating Inc.
180 Hottenstein Rd
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
34 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We proudly serve our 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. Satisfaction Guaranteed! Give us a call today!

"Needed clearing work with fill and resloping for low lying area. Wessner Excavating came in with a fair price bid and the work was done in a timely, correct manner. Would definitely recommend and rehire for additional work."

Mike W on April 2025

We proudly serve our 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. Satisfaction Guaranteed! Give us a call today!

"Needed clearing work with fill and resloping for low lying area. Wessner Excavating came in with a fair price bid and the work was done in a timely, correct manner. Would definitely recommend and rehire for additional work."

Mike W on April 2025


Creighton Construction Management LLC
Unknown
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Creighton Construction Management LLC
Unknown
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Warranties offered

10 employees, subcontract plumbers, and electricians,

"Premier Construction Consultants, LLC completed two projects , they excavated, installed storm drain and poured concrete for a commercial project, and excavated for a large residential patio by my pool that the pool contractor messed up. They are the best at what they do, rather it’s excavation, site utilities, concrete work, they are the best at what they do."

derek l on April 2025

10 employees, subcontract plumbers, and electricians,

"Premier Construction Consultants, LLC completed two projects , they excavated, installed storm drain and poured concrete for a commercial project, and excavated for a large residential patio by my pool that the pool contractor messed up. They are the best at what they do, rather it’s excavation, site utilities, concrete work, they are the best at what they do."

derek l on April 2025


Furnace Stream Farms
728 Monument Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Furnace Stream Farms
728 Monument Road
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
22 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Furnace Stream Farms Excavating, is your premier choice for Excavation. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. Call today!

"These guys do great work, i subcontract them for all my excavation work needed, pleasure doing business with these guys!"

Brad H on April 2025

Furnace Stream Farms Excavating, is your premier choice for Excavation. We have provided high quality work and friendly customer service for years. Call today!

"These guys do great work, i subcontract them for all my excavation work needed, pleasure doing business with these guys!"

Brad H on April 2025


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A2B Excavating L.L.C.
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
A2B Excavating L.L.C.
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
211 local quotes requested

There is only one goal at A2B Excavating. It is to Honor our Vision and Mission and therefore our customers. Our mission is to establish strong, trustworthy relationships through our relentless work ethic that includes top of the line services in a variety of needs. Whether it be innovative site excavation, precise septic and drainage system work, or ultimate production for any residential excavation need. What you need is what we can provide, and we promise to follow through on these words every step of the way.

"A2B Excavating got back to me in a timely manner and did a high quality work within a short timeframe. I'm happy with the services rendered. I would definitely hire them again."

John N on July 2023

There is only one goal at A2B Excavating. It is to Honor our Vision and Mission and therefore our customers. Our mission is to establish strong, trustworthy relationships through our relentless work ethic that includes top of the line services in a variety of needs. Whether it be innovative site excavation, precise septic and drainage system work, or ultimate production for any residential excavation need. What you need is what we can provide, and we promise to follow through on these words every step of the way.

"A2B Excavating got back to me in a timely manner and did a high quality work within a short timeframe. I'm happy with the services rendered. I would definitely hire them again."

John N on July 2023


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CDK Enterprise
9547 N Delaware Dr
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
CDK Enterprise
9547 N Delaware Dr
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

CDK Enterprise is a small family owned business offering a wide range of excavating & landscaping services in the Northampton & Bucks county area. Quality over quantity, always.

CDK Enterprise is a small family owned business offering a wide range of excavating & landscaping services in the Northampton & Bucks county area. Quality over quantity, always.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Lehigh Valley, PA

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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