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Outdoorx, LLC
4.9(
34
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Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Starling and his team did a wonderful job grading our front and side yard. Would highly recommend them for any landscaping needs!"
New walkway, sidding,driveway design
Design
Raised patio
Patio
Design

+20

Response time7 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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WS Builders Corp
4.1(
69
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Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"What an amazing job they did building a fence for us. Wladimir was really great to work with. I will definitely use them again and have no problem recommending them to everyone."
Addition
Basement renovation
Roof Renovation
KITCHEN REMODELING
2 and 3 Floor Addition

+75

Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Pagano Landscape & Paving
5.0(
8
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Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"The Excavation and tree stump removal was done He’s exactly as planned, on time within budget and a real quality job. The driveway repair job is top-notch. I would recommend his services to anyone."
Boston common,Authur Feildler foot bridge,Esplande landscape reconstruction project
Antique 1840s reclaim Granite wall
Underground Parking garage Midtown motel Huntington ave Boston
Lot clearing,Stump Excavation,Grading,Electrical/utilities trenching
Antique Granite/fieldstone wall granite curbing installation

+344

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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R Cox Enterprises
5.0(
5
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Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were very professional, patient with all my questions and overall kind. The job got done in a timely manner and when I had a concern they addressed it right away and fixed it. They were also able to see beyond the issue I can see and were able to explain to me what was happening and went ahead and fixed it as well. I am very pleased"
Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pisano's Odd Jobs and Appliances
3.3(
47
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Serving Marlborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wasn't going to be home but when he said he was coming that day and that was completely fine. He was very nice and removed the branch that I needed removed and cut the branch up so we could give it to my daughter-in-law for firewood. He also seemed to have removed another branch that might have been dead. He was a kind man and I would highly recommend."
Response time2 days
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Marlborough, MA

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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