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Joe's All Around Service

24 Greer Drive
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Joe's All Around Service

24 Greer Drive
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4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Joe's All Around Service 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.

Joe's All Around Service 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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Hustle Construction

59 Meadow Road
4.86(
14
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•Approved Pro

Hustle Construction

59 Meadow Road
4.86(
14
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 local quotes requested

Welcome to Hustle Construction where we pride ourselves on our customer service and professional work. In business since 1985 with years of experience. We Do not offer dumpster services, just discarding of items. We have a MINIMUM of $250 for all services. Give us a call today and we will be happy to give you a free estimate!

"I hired Hustle Construction to help clean up my mom and dad’s property that had years of rocks, bricks, railroad ties, cinderblocks, and other debris piled up. I put an RFP on Angi, and Chris from Hustle responded quickly with a really fair bid. He kept in touch, showed up when he said he would, and brought his crew who worked super hard. They knocked the job out of the park! Honestly, I think the cleanup was a bit bigger than they expected, but Chris stuck to his price, which I really appreciated. I even gave them a little extra tip because they worked like a bunch of oxen. All in all, I’m very happy with how everything turned out. I’d gladly hire Hustle Construction again and definitely recommend them to anyone who needs honest, hardworking folks to get the job done right."

Michael F on August 2025

Welcome to Hustle Construction where we pride ourselves on our customer service and professional work. In business since 1985 with years of experience. We Do not offer dumpster services, just discarding of items. We have a MINIMUM of $250 for all services. Give us a call today and we will be happy to give you a free estimate!

"I hired Hustle Construction to help clean up my mom and dad’s property that had years of rocks, bricks, railroad ties, cinderblocks, and other debris piled up. I put an RFP on Angi, and Chris from Hustle responded quickly with a really fair bid. He kept in touch, showed up when he said he would, and brought his crew who worked super hard. They knocked the job out of the park! Honestly, I think the cleanup was a bit bigger than they expected, but Chris stuck to his price, which I really appreciated. I even gave them a little extra tip because they worked like a bunch of oxen. All in all, I’m very happy with how everything turned out. I’d gladly hire Hustle Construction again and definitely recommend them to anyone who needs honest, hardworking folks to get the job done right."

Michael F on August 2025

DDC Property Maintenance LLC

730 Stemmers Run Rd
4.75(
10
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DDC Property Maintenance LLC

730 Stemmers Run Rd
4.75(
10
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 13 years experience in the excavation industry, DDC Excavation is your industry expert in Earleville. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"DDC was hired to clear and grade a building site. Exceeded my expectations. Was on time and done before schedule. After building was erected the team was back to finish grade, seed and straw, and repair rock lane. Would and have recommended DDC for any earth moving job. "

Justin S on September 2025

With over 13 years experience in the excavation industry, DDC Excavation is your industry expert in Earleville. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"DDC was hired to clear and grade a building site. Exceeded my expectations. Was on time and done before schedule. After building was erected the team was back to finish grade, seed and straw, and repair rock lane. Would and have recommended DDC for any earth moving job. "

Justin S on September 2025

Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc

6960 Fowler St
5.00(
18
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Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc

6960 Fowler St
5.00(
18
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Rock-A-Fellas Contracting is dedicated to providing quality product at affordable prices. Rock-A-Fellas Contracting Company is a subchapter S corporation and is fully licensed and insured. Attention to detail is our trademark. The end product is exceptional in quality while still being affordable. Rock-A-Fellas Contracting can service all of your home improvement needs - inside and out. From renovating your kitchen or refinishing your basement to installing new fences, entry doors or windows. We speccialize in site preparation. Our customized foundations provide the needed stable and secure base for your structure. They are visually more appealing than traditional cinderblocks as well as more economical than cement pads.

Rock-A-Fellas Contracting is dedicated to providing quality product at affordable prices. Rock-A-Fellas Contracting Company is a subchapter S corporation and is fully licensed and insured. Attention to detail is our trademark. The end product is exceptional in quality while still being affordable. Rock-A-Fellas Contracting can service all of your home improvement needs - inside and out. From renovating your kitchen or refinishing your basement to installing new fences, entry doors or windows. We speccialize in site preparation. Our customized foundations provide the needed stable and secure base for your structure. They are visually more appealing than traditional cinderblocks as well as more economical than cement pads.

Jack's Asphalt

145 Ashland Ave
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Jack's Asphalt

145 Ashland Ave
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MESA Structural Services

Unknown
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MESA Structural Services

Unknown
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12 years of experience

Welding, on-site steel fabrication, demolition, structural repairs, steel/lumber framework, heavy/med lifting and rigging.

Welding, on-site steel fabrication, demolition, structural repairs, steel/lumber framework, heavy/med lifting and rigging.

S & S SPAS

5.00(
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S & S SPAS

5.00(
1
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Member of Le Tip. Specialize in gas heated spas and pools.

Member of Le Tip. Specialize in gas heated spas and pools.

Building Services And Construction

265 Sharp Rd
5.00(
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Building Services And Construction

265 Sharp Rd
5.00(
2
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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

28 Years experience in general construction and demolition.

28 Years experience in general construction and demolition.

mcconstruction & design

4702 Forest St
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mcconstruction & design

4702 Forest St
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31 years of experience

General contractor, residential and commercial construction

General contractor, residential and commercial construction

Picciotti Lawn & Landscaping LLC

PO Box 444
4.91(
11
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Picciotti Lawn & Landscaping LLC

PO Box 444
4.91(
11
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

FREE ESTIMATES! Landscape design & installation, mulching & edging, grading & drainage systems, hardscaping, excavating, trenching & digging, land clearing, lawn restoration, lawn mowing, fertilizing, fencing, septic system installation/repair, ponds, concrete swimming pools & jacuzzi installation & repair, waterfalls, masonary, topsoil, leaf removal & snow removal. Additional email - kim@picciottigroup.com.

FREE ESTIMATES! Landscape design & installation, mulching & edging, grading & drainage systems, hardscaping, excavating, trenching & digging, land clearing, lawn restoration, lawn mowing, fertilizing, fencing, septic system installation/repair, ponds, concrete swimming pools & jacuzzi installation & repair, waterfalls, masonary, topsoil, leaf removal & snow removal. Additional email - kim@picciottigroup.com.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Middletown, DE

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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