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Cullen Maintenance Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Nick was there the same day I called him and did an excellent job. He went above and beyond what I asked him to do with a fair and honest price. I can’t recommend him enough and will use him for any future projects I do."
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Elite Site Solutions
New to Angi

Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer.\n

DR ROOTER 911
4.5(
20
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went well. He trouble-shot the easiest solutions, to the most involved solution. He figured out where the clog was, and finally had to cut into a basement pipe to remove the clog. He cleaned up a lot of the mess, and explained to me how to clean up the rest. He answered all my questions, and even helped with another smaller issue."
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Excel Custom Contractors LLC
4.3(
13
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very good and they always did a good job for us. They are outstanding craftsman, they pay real good attention to the detail, they asked questions to make sure of what they are doing, and they are courteous and they did a good job in cleaning up at the end of the day."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Legends Landscaping and Excavating
5.0(
3
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Serving Madison, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We specialize in tree services, tree trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, stump removal, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today! Ask us about our Military discount!\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Madison, WI

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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