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Big Team Cleaning, LLC

2363 94th St
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Big Team Cleaning, LLC

2363 94th St
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6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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ADR Pro Builders Landscaping

510 S 3rd Ave
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ADR Pro Builders Landscaping

510 S 3rd Ave
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39 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

We pride our company on flexible pricing, reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Great experience. Clear quote, good dialogue during the process, quality work and great results. Worked very well with the electrician. Hiring them again for an additional project"

Jean L on August 2025

We pride our company on flexible pricing, reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Great experience. Clear quote, good dialogue during the process, quality work and great results. Worked very well with the electrician. Hiring them again for an additional project"

Jean L on August 2025

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Clean Collection, Inc.

1013 Dumont Avenue
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Clean Collection, Inc.

1013 Dumont Avenue
4.77(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

We take pride in our quality of work and customer satisfaction. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. We haul it all, and are fully equipped to haul anything. Give Clean Collection Inc. a call today to learn more about how we can help you. Sign up for our NEW EMAIL LIST BY USING THIS LINK http://eepurl.com/hB96j1

"Jerbarry Justin helped me move my things to permanent housing. He did an amazing job I didnâ t have to lift a finger and the customer service was great. I definitely recommend this company."

Briana D on May 2024

We take pride in our quality of work and customer satisfaction. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. We haul it all, and are fully equipped to haul anything. Give Clean Collection Inc. a call today to learn more about how we can help you. Sign up for our NEW EMAIL LIST BY USING THIS LINK http://eepurl.com/hB96j1

"Jerbarry Justin helped me move my things to permanent housing. He did an amazing job I didnâ t have to lift a finger and the customer service was great. I definitely recommend this company."

Briana D on May 2024

VIP Fast Services Corp.

115 East Avenue
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VIP Fast Services Corp.

115 East Avenue
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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

R&M CONSTRUCTION INC

52 First Street
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R&M CONSTRUCTION INC

52 First Street
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Dimag Construction Corp

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Dimag Construction Corp

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Dimag Construction Corp. is a full-service company that offers clients specialized work in the renovation and remodeling of residential or commercial properties.

Dimag Construction Corp. is a full-service company that offers clients specialized work in the renovation and remodeling of residential or commercial properties.

Blink Contractors LLC

54 Ralph Ave
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Blink Contractors LLC

54 Ralph Ave
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20 years of experience

Build on Integrity and Hard work, Blink Contractors Llc has been in business for more than ten years. With an impeccable history of satisfied costumers. Blink is License and insured in the state of New York.

Build on Integrity and Hard work, Blink Contractors Llc has been in business for more than ten years. With an impeccable history of satisfied costumers. Blink is License and insured in the state of New York.

ABBOT O'REILLY CONTRACTING

P.O. BOX 3010/MEMORIAL STATION
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ABBOT O'REILLY CONTRACTING

P.O. BOX 3010/MEMORIAL STATION
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30 years of experience

We have over 20 years experience in the field and incorporated since 1995, licensed, insured, bonded and a member of the BBB

We have over 20 years experience in the field and incorporated since 1995, licensed, insured, bonded and a member of the BBB

SANDOVAL LANDSCAPING

39 GROVE ST
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SANDOVAL LANDSCAPING

39 GROVE ST
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Tyson Construction, Inc.

522 E Putnam Ave
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Tyson Construction, Inc.

522 E Putnam Ave
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17 years of experience

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Manhattan, 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.

The Manhattan, NY homeowners’ guide to building site preparation and clearings

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