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Badger Construction, LLC
4.9(
8
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Serving Livingston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Demolished a 20x30 workshop over the course of two days, they did a great job and we re looking to rehire to lay a gravel foundation for our new workshop."
Land cleared
Land cleared
Start of clearing
Culvert installed and finished product cleared
Start of clearing

+15

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dumpster Dog
5.0(
10
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Serving Livingston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"If youâ re looking for a business of quality and ethic.. LOOK NO FURTHER!! Easy communication and top notch customer service!"
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal

+16

Response time10 hrs
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Ensign Excavation, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Livingston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jeremy of Ensign Excavation has a way about his business that makes you comfortable with his company right at first meeting him. Jeremy knows just the right questions to ask to figure out exactly what you are wanting & matching up what you are needing, especially if this is your first experience with excavation services. I would highly recommend this company and our expectation of his services went beyond what we could have hoped for, Jeremy's work is top notch. Thank you Ensing Excavation!"
At work
At work
Ground stabilization
Ground stabilization
Digging a pond

+26

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landers Ranch Services
5.0(
7
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Serving Livingston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: Quick response

At Landers Ranch Services, we are a reputable excavation company located in Grimes County, TX. Serving the surrounding areas, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch services to meet all our clients' excavation needs. With our skilled team and state-of-the-art equipment, we ensure efficient and reliable results for every project.

Bulkhead
Bulkhead
Bulkhead
Land clearing
Land clearing

+10

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Eddie's
5.0(
4
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Serving Livingston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He brought in truckload of dirt and limestone for the driveway leveled it off and I put up my carport into Connex boxes, 40 foot long 9 1/2 feet tall very efficient"
Tree service
Tree service
Tree service
Tree service
Tree service

+6

Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Livingston, TX

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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