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Avatar for The Earthworks Group LLC
The Earthworks Group LLC
5.0(
10
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Lowville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Right from the start this company was easy to work with. They were always friendly and professional. I would definitely use them for any other project and would recommend them to anyone. Thank you"
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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AJM LAND PROS LLC
5.0(
5
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Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Lowville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"This business is built on customer service and getting the job done right, very pleased with the work that was done which included a few stumps removed and brush clearing and grading for a driveway. I would recommend this business to anyone who wants the job done right in a timely manner. 10/10 experience."
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for The Earthworks Group LLC
The Earthworks Group LLC
5.0(
9
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Lowville, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went perfect! The owner, Griffin , was extremely nice and understanding and willing to work with me for exactly what I needed done at my farm! Since a flood took out our walk way and driveway at my farm, it needed to all be redone. Griffin excavated all the old damage walkway and driveway and also put a drainage system under the new driveway and walkway. Which I originally didn’t think of but to prevent this from happening again, Griffins idea worked so well, since the farm is in a valley and we get flooding quite often! An estimated was always provided and communication was always great. I would highly recommend and will be using again!"
Top slope of Driveway
Opening of the driveway. Road Access
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for JReid Farms Contracting
JReid Farms Contracting
4.9(
23
)
Building Site - Preparation and Clearing

Serving Lowville, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Hired to clear our land and build a road/driveway for our camp. He was always on time. Very knowledgeable and experienced in his work. Great ideas and very friendly. Highly recommend hiring him as we will be using his services again. Our road/driveway came out perfect. Thank you Jay."
Response time6 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Lowville, NY

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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