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Avatar for A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
4.9(
197
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Serving Milliken, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We contacted A.P. for Tree Removal and Trimming Service. They responded the same day, provided an estimate on site, and scheduled the work to start within two days. They arrived on their scheduled, time, communicated with us regarding the work to be done, their crew was very organized, worked well together, kept the work area picked up, protected at other property, Communicated with us to ensure the trimming was as we wanted, and Cleaned up the area when completed. The owners walked us around the property when they were finished to make sure we were satisfied with their work. All of their workers were very friendly and were available to answer questions. When I took water to the workers, all thanked us, and one of the younger workers also thanked me for selecting them to do the work for us. We will use them again for future projects."
Pine Tree
Start of Project
AP Bucket Truck
Midway Point
Ground Work

+21

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Highland Landscaping & Excavations
5.0(
6
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Serving Milliken, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highland Hardscapes did excellent work on my new home. Cesar's experience and knowledge made it easy for me to achieve the look I desired. Several projects were completed in a timely manner. I was very happy with the quality and service I received. I would recommend Highland Hardsapes for any landscaping jobs."
Niwot Landscape/Hardscape
Front yard Landscaping
New Culvert / Landscape/hardscape
Niwot Landscape/Hardscape
Retaining wall / Drainage channel

+40

Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Devin Godell
5.0(
4
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Serving Milliken, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very satisfied with the quality of his work. He was accommodating to my time needs, pleasant to be around, and very hard working! Highly recommended."
Driveway installation/ ground prep
Driveway installation/ ground clearing
main line sewer installation
Driveway installation/Grading/Ground prep
Dewatering pit for main line sewer install

+37

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for DPK, Inc.
DPK, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Serving Milliken, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Drew was not only professional and knowledgeable, but he was a great guy. He did so much work around our home that even our overprotective bulldog, Mable welcomes him into our home. If you are looking for a hard working and trustworthy contractor, Mr. Kelley is who you need fob call."
Road Grading
Road Grading
Road Grading
Road Grading
Road Grading

+7

Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Three Peak Enterprises LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Milliken, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Three Peak Enterprises, did a phenomenal job on our land. From the beginning Alex was very communicative, very professional and above all very fair on his Quote. Once we agreed and decided to proceed him and his team came out and began work promptly and were able to deliver an end result in a timely and effective manner. They have brand new and very clean equipment which speaks to their professionalism. Overall great to work with and would absolutely recommend! "
Cutting in relief cuts next to the main cut to prevent hairline cracks into the neighboring concrete from hitting it with the concrete breaker.
Hanover Concrete Tear Out
Hanover Concrete Tear Out
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Milliken, CO

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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