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C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
5.0(
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Serving Middletown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Two man crew. On-time. Assessed area, brought in back hoe, very organized, dug hole, and removed tank. Removed all hose lines in the house where connections were. Filled in holes, cleared area, very professional and through. We purchased top soil and reseeded lawn after C2G left."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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At Ease Excavation
5.0(
13
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Serving Middletown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul and his team did an incredible job! We love our stream and gravel driveway. Would definitely hire again."
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
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Small residential land clearing
Excavating Project

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Lilco Construction Inc
5.0(
5
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Serving Middletown, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had the opportunity to experience Lilco's work on several projects. These guys always had a professional attitude and took the time for all preparations and quality control. They did not leave a mess or unwarranted damages like so many fly-by-night contractors tend to do. They even magnet swept driveways for screws/nails whenever they finished loading out for the night. The owner is always up front about any costs, with no hidden charges to get the jobs done."
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Bienskie Excavating & Trucking
3.7(
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Serving Middletown, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"show up for scheduled appointment and gave me a fair price, and scheduled the job that week and had the job finished ( from beginning to end ) in 2 hrs ! amazing"
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SKS Excavation LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Middletown, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"SKS Excavation LLC installed footing drains and resealed my foundation and now I get no more leaks or water in my basement which was an every season occurrence. They were completely professional, did what they said they were gonna do and we’re also more than fair for the excellent work perform and a pleasure to deal with."
Front deck replacement
Front deck replacement
Block retaining wall
Block retaining wall
Block retaining wall

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Mr. Rooter of Poughkeepsie
4.6(
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Serving Middletown, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott was OUTSTANDING! He was a pro and extremely personable. He is highly recommended."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Four Bridges Construction & Renovations, Inc.
5.0(
1
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Serving Middletown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike and his crew did a great job installing a stone path and adding sod to regrade our lawn and alleviate a major drainage issue..very happy with the work.."
Site Preparation
Basement Digouts
Residential Grading
Retaining Wall Remove and Install
Major Grading and Sloping

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Response time9 hrs
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Arbor Edge
5.0(
1
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Serving Middletown, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!\n

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

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