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Building site preparation and clearing pros in Meredith

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DRC Excavation LLC
584 Tenney Mountain Hwy
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DRC Excavation LLC
584 Tenney Mountain Hwy
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10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Not only are we focused on quality work and outstanding results, we are also committed to educating our clients through our wide range of expertise, in turn creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Not only are we focused on quality work and outstanding results, we are also committed to educating our clients through our wide range of expertise, in turn creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!


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McLaughlin Contractors, LLC
188 King St
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McLaughlin Contractors, LLC
188 King St
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7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

McLaughlin Contractors is 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.

McLaughlin Contractors is 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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Pemi Valley Excavating, LLC
808 NH Route 175
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Pemi Valley Excavating, LLC
808 NH Route 175
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

At Pemi Valley Excavating our priories are customer service and quality work. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with our clients. Call us for an estimate. We look forward to working with you!

"Pemi Valley Excavating were true professionals from beginning to end! Had a BIG hole in my yard that is on a slope from being a stump dump from when the house was built. They filled, graded/leveled the area and prepared the dirt for seeding. You hardly notice there was ever a massive depression there. Will be hiring them again and will recommend them anytime!"

John S on September 2021

At Pemi Valley Excavating our priories are customer service and quality work. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with our clients. Call us for an estimate. We look forward to working with you!

"Pemi Valley Excavating were true professionals from beginning to end! Had a BIG hole in my yard that is on a slope from being a stump dump from when the house was built. They filled, graded/leveled the area and prepared the dirt for seeding. You hardly notice there was ever a massive depression there. Will be hiring them again and will recommend them anytime!"

John S on September 2021


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Thomson Tree Service & Excavation
53 NH Route 10
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Thomson Tree Service & Excavation
53 NH Route 10
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 years of experience

Serving all of Grafton County and beyond, the professionals at Thomson Tree Service & Excavation are the go to, full service site-work, septic, and tree removal contractors you can trust to get the job done right! Call now for a free estimate!

"Absolutely amazing job thanks for getting rid of those 8 trees at my mother's camp"

Tony P on June 2023

Serving all of Grafton County and beyond, the professionals at Thomson Tree Service & Excavation are the go to, full service site-work, septic, and tree removal contractors you can trust to get the job done right! Call now for a free estimate!

"Absolutely amazing job thanks for getting rid of those 8 trees at my mother's camp"

Tony P on June 2023


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E & Z EXCAVATION LLC
13 Longview Dr
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E & Z EXCAVATION LLC
13 Longview Dr
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 local quotes requested

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

"Job well done, and he was very professional "

Jean M on April 2025

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

"Job well done, and he was very professional "

Jean M on April 2025


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AFH Earthworks
660 Forest Pines Rd,
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AFH Earthworks
660 Forest Pines Rd,
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21 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Madison local, well respected by the local community. Local owned and operated. AFH Earthworks is a leading provider of comprehensive earthmoving, demolition, gravel, and land clearing services. With a strong reputation for quality and efficiency, they specialize in both residential and commercial projects, offering tailored solutions for each client's needs. Their expert team utilizes advanced machinery to handle large-scale demolition projects, clear overgrown or undeveloped land, and supply high-quality gravel for construction and landscaping purposes. Committed to safety and environmental responsibility, AFH Earthworks ensures every job is completed on time and to the highest standards, helping clients prepare their sites for new developments or infrastructure projects.

Madison local, well respected by the local community. Local owned and operated. AFH Earthworks is a leading provider of comprehensive earthmoving, demolition, gravel, and land clearing services. With a strong reputation for quality and efficiency, they specialize in both residential and commercial projects, offering tailored solutions for each client's needs. Their expert team utilizes advanced machinery to handle large-scale demolition projects, clear overgrown or undeveloped land, and supply high-quality gravel for construction and landscaping purposes. Committed to safety and environmental responsibility, AFH Earthworks ensures every job is completed on time and to the highest standards, helping clients prepare their sites for new developments or infrastructure projects.


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Edmunds & Sons, LLC
PO Box 1177
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Edmunds & Sons, LLC
PO Box 1177
4.39(
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Customers say: Quality work
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Edmunds & Sons, LLC, is a full service excavation and landscape contractor based in Wolfeboro NH. 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.

"Mr. Edmunds was paid in excess of 200k for a hardscape project in Wolfeboro. Some problems arose and Mr. Edmunds would not stand behind his work. Be very careful with this company, they do not stand behind their work."

Mark M on July 2020

Edmunds & Sons, LLC, is a full service excavation and landscape contractor based in Wolfeboro NH. 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.

"Mr. Edmunds was paid in excess of 200k for a hardscape project in Wolfeboro. Some problems arose and Mr. Edmunds would not stand behind his work. Be very careful with this company, they do not stand behind their work."

Mark M on July 2020


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JLC Building Company
10 Bentley Road
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JLC Building Company
10 Bentley Road
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

JLC Building Co. brings over 15 years of experience and a dedication to the highest quality and standards of craftsmanship. We have completed hundreds of renovations, additions, and new construction projects - both large and small scale. Customer satisfaction is our primary objective. Each project deserves the up-most importance and we strongly believe in working with each customer to build their vision.  JLC practices honest pricing, quality materials, beautiful installations, and strives to maintaining a clean work space. Whether a gorgeous tile job for that new bathroom, a kitchen remodel, or a new deck addition, give us a call! Licensed in the State of New Hampshire and fully insured through Liberty Mutual.

"I am writing Home Advisor to let them know how pleased I am with the service I received from JLC building company. The latest home improvement Jay completed for my wife and I was a combination, carport / deck. I had Jay expand the Inlaw apartment in the lower level of our house. This expansion took over my garage which lead to the need for a carport. Jay constructed the carport with pressure-treated beams and it came out great. However, it was the deck above the carport that really stands out. Jay used composite decking that was secured to the carport. He used fasteners that locked in the decking without the need to drill holes in the decking itself. This resulted in a beautiful deck that did not have hundreds of lines where the screws fasten the decking to the framework. Jay, then recommended a dark railing system that blended in with the surrounding woods. The dark railing is so much better than the white railing we have on the other side of our house. That white railing was here when we purchased the home and it optically closes in the deck and draws your attention away from the natural surroundings. After completing the deck, Jayâ s crew removed a window and installed an awesome slider. The slider gives us access to the huge deck from our middle floor. It has adjustable louvers inside the glass which allows us to view the beautiful outdoors or choose to have privacy without the need for drapes. Jay finished the job with white shiplap inside which accented the living room perfectly. I am not sure what our next project might be but I do know that JLC builders will be doing the work. Rick"

Rick M on March 2024

JLC Building Co. brings over 15 years of experience and a dedication to the highest quality and standards of craftsmanship. We have completed hundreds of renovations, additions, and new construction projects - both large and small scale. Customer satisfaction is our primary objective. Each project deserves the up-most importance and we strongly believe in working with each customer to build their vision.  JLC practices honest pricing, quality materials, beautiful installations, and strives to maintaining a clean work space. Whether a gorgeous tile job for that new bathroom, a kitchen remodel, or a new deck addition, give us a call! Licensed in the State of New Hampshire and fully insured through Liberty Mutual.

"I am writing Home Advisor to let them know how pleased I am with the service I received from JLC building company. The latest home improvement Jay completed for my wife and I was a combination, carport / deck. I had Jay expand the Inlaw apartment in the lower level of our house. This expansion took over my garage which lead to the need for a carport. Jay constructed the carport with pressure-treated beams and it came out great. However, it was the deck above the carport that really stands out. Jay used composite decking that was secured to the carport. He used fasteners that locked in the decking without the need to drill holes in the decking itself. This resulted in a beautiful deck that did not have hundreds of lines where the screws fasten the decking to the framework. Jay, then recommended a dark railing system that blended in with the surrounding woods. The dark railing is so much better than the white railing we have on the other side of our house. That white railing was here when we purchased the home and it optically closes in the deck and draws your attention away from the natural surroundings. After completing the deck, Jayâ s crew removed a window and installed an awesome slider. The slider gives us access to the huge deck from our middle floor. It has adjustable louvers inside the glass which allows us to view the beautiful outdoors or choose to have privacy without the need for drapes. Jay finished the job with white shiplap inside which accented the living room perfectly. I am not sure what our next project might be but I do know that JLC builders will be doing the work. Rick"

Rick M on March 2024


Trademark Custom Homes L.L.C.
PO Box 152
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Trademark Custom Homes L.L.C.
PO Box 152
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30 years of experience

Trademark is a builder of lake and mountain homes, remodeling, renovations, additions, decks, 3/4 season porches, docks and dock repairs, With over 25 years hands-on experience, quality construction and timely complete. Visit our website at www.trademarkhomesnh.com. for more details.

Trademark is a builder of lake and mountain homes, remodeling, renovations, additions, decks, 3/4 season porches, docks and dock repairs, With over 25 years hands-on experience, quality construction and timely complete. Visit our website at www.trademarkhomesnh.com. for more details.


Ibarra & Sons Excavating
8 Tamarack Court
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Ibarra & Sons Excavating
8 Tamarack Court
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26 years of experience

ibarra & sons excavating is an complete sitework excavating contractor-specializing in residential construction -this would include house lots/ additions / garages

ibarra & sons excavating is an complete sitework excavating contractor-specializing in residential construction -this would include house lots/ additions / garages

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Building site preparation and clearings FAQs

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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