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Three Forks Excavation
5.0(
4
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Serving Madras, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Claude was great to work with. Claude trenched the power line and laid the conduit. Cut a new driveway and graveled it. Leveled a pad. I can't say enough things about how good he was to work with. I had ideas about how to do the project Claude showed me how it could be done better and cheaper."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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High Ridge Excavation, LLC
4.6(
11
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Serving Madras, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"With a wealth of excavation experience behind him, James reshaped the slope of our driveway and prepped it for paver installation expertly. People walking or driving past have stopped to talk to me about the excavation and how nice the finished project is. I will be using his services again."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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CAVALLARO EARTHWORKS LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Madras, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Ben to recreate a retaining wall on my property. I gave home some guidance on how it should look, provided pictures and examples, however as he started to lay it out I had some modifications and feedback. He took all feedback and used his skills and experience to make it look natural but also function as a retaining wall. Beautiful and functional work at the end of the day and very reasonable pricing."
Driveway prep
Water and sewer install
Retaining wall build
Retaining wall build
ranch road

+12

Response time2 days
Response rate91%
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L R Excavation, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Madras, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

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New Construction
New Construction
New Construction
Kitchen

+13

Response time5 days
Response rate86%
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Defensible Space Management LLC
5.0(
19
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Serving Madras, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Susan and Troy did an excellent job with our clutter removal. I would highly recommend them for any help needed. Thank you both for the help with our office."
Rocky Point Project
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Rocky Point Project
Rocky Point Project

+19

Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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7 Pines Plumbing
5.0(
10
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Serving Madras, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Derick was professional, proficient and quickly responded to questions and requests. His work was top of the line and we will be calling him again as we proceed with other possible maintenance or remodel needs. I would recommend him to anyone who wants to work with a contractor who is respectable, friendly and reliable."
Sewer Line Repair
Sewer Line Repair
Sewer Line Repair
Sewer Line Repair
Sewer Line Repair

+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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B2 Concrete Construction, LLC
3.4(
53
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Serving Madras, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"don't try to change what you would like to have done, after the forms are in. Troy gets very upset and gave the the what for. my wife was in tears"
Arched Metal Garage
Beautiful Front Entry
Arched Metal Garage
Beautiful Front Entry
Arched Metal Garage

+40

Response time1 day
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Madras, OR

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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