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Avatar for BRG Properties, Inc.
BRG Properties, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arrived on time. Very polite and nice. Worked fast and hard. Got the job done way quicker than I would have. Price was good. Would definately recommend to anyone who asks."
Concrete removal
Concrete removal
Renovation Clean up
Renovation Clean up
Concrete Demolition

+5

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Alonso Grading and Demolition, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Serving Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very good contractor for demolition and grading. Knowledgeable and extremely professional. Pricing is very competitive. I have worked with Alanzo for many years and he has taken good care of my projects and clients."
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation
Excavation

+11

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Emerge Demolition Inc.
5.0(
2
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Serving Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, \nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best \nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! 15 years of experience in the industry.\n

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SES Builders inc
5.0(
97
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Serving Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SES is the best company you can think of when it comes to remodeling your house. I finished my project 6 months ago and the communication was great. Maiia from the office kept on following up with every question we had. We had the SES app that we communicated easier and saw pictures of our project throughout the process. We live half of the year in Russia and due to COVID we couldn't come back so it took a while until we were able to see how it came out. Job was done properly, they cleaned the house when they finished and it was a pleasure to do business with them."
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+33

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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US Home Developers Inc
4.5(
587
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Serving Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"US Home Developers was great to work with. Quick and responsive. From customer service scheduling Daniel to do a site visit to laying out plan/design ideas. Daniel knows his craft. We will have US Home Developers on speed dial for our next project!"
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+45

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Thomas Parks Contracting
4.8(
100
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Serving Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"While they were up there cleaning the gutters they told me about the deterioration of all the sealants on the air vents, the chimney and exhaust fans on the roof. They took pictures and showed me and I had them redo all the sealants. I have a feeling that that was a smart way for them to get some more work (most people aren't aware of the damage the Ca sun can do). It was the owner of the company and his son that did all the work and they were clean, pleasant and professional. When the 1st rains came after the work was done I suddenly remembered a small leak we had had in our bathroom and IT WAS NO LONGER THERE!! I was very happy with the work they did and would definitely recommend using them."
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+12

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Solidworks Remodeling
5.0(
12
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Serving Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

"earlySolidworks Remodeling" did a backyard renovation project at my house in Tarzana , The project included: concrete stamped pouring at the back of the house, fire fit installation, pavers and upgrading mt existing fountain. The guys were very professional, they came early every morning nice and polite, at the end of each day they make sure that everything is clean before they are leaving. The duration of the project was as promised to us by Leo the project manager and the result its just fantastic! I feel like I bought a completely new house"
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+46

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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California Smartscape
4.4(
221
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Serving Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"California Smartscape did an excellent job on the complete re-do of our front driveway, walks and landscaping. We are very happy with the design and the execution of the plans by the very professional workers. The construction went very well with no disturbances and the workers left the site tidy and clean every day. All the staff were very responsive. We highly recommend the company."
Del Sur - Outdoor Living in Style
Santaluz - Cobalt Accented Outdoor Living Area with Fire Pit Seating
Santaluz - Elegant Stone Backyard Escape
Fairbanks Ranch / Pacific Highlands Ranch - Modern Outdoor Living
Encinitas - Mediterranean Retreat

+222

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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THE DRAIN CO
4.7(
66
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Serving Los Angeles, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1969

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We had a stoppage in our patio drainage system near where several pipes meet. It wasn't clear exactly what the best avenue of attack would be. I suggested one opening which I thought was the straightest shot to the problem, but there was another the tech wanted to try first. That one seemed to lead to a T that couldn't be passed. The tech then used my original suggestion and that turned out to do the trick after some struggle with the blockage. There is usually an additional charge for going down more than one drain hole, but since success came with my original suggestion there was no additional charge which I thought was fair. In any event problem solved quickly and for the agreed upon price.
BTW, concerning the price, there is a rate sheet on their web page that lays it all out which I appreciate. There are 3 tiers: regular, overtime and double time which correspond to regular hours, off hours/weekends, and late hours/sunday/holidays. I had the work done on a Saturday morning so the indicated rate was overtime. However, there was a moment of confusion at the point of final payment when the office claimed it should be double time since it was Thanksgiving weekend. The rate sheet, original over the phone conversation and the quote from the tech on arrival all were for the overtime not the double time rate. To their credit, this was honored without too much fuss. The take away here is make sure you know which rate you are expected to pay especially when you are booking on or near a holiday. For example, is the Saturday of Easter weekend double time? It might be.
Anyway, great experience. I recommend The Drain Co.
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Los Angeles, CA

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 Los Angeles, CA homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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