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Avatar for SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
SEAN FARRELL EXCAVATION INC
4.9(
73
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Serving Millis, MA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed a new water pipe put in because the town would not change out our meter without it. Sean's crew did a great job and were very careful not to ruin my brick walkway. He just pulled out the old pipe and slid in the new one with disturbing the lawn or walkway, they fixed the sidewalk and swept up. Very efficient."
Basement dig out
Equipment ready
Typical sewer pipe installation ready for backfill
Foundation dig out - ready for forms and concrete pour.
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+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Pagano Landscape & Paving
5.0(
8
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Serving Millis, MA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Jesse did some excavation and planted trees in my yard. Excellent job! Now my neighbors all want him to do theirs as well! Thanks Jesse!"
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
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Coulstring construction Inc
5.0(
2
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Serving Millis, MA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cameron showed up right on time, measured and marked off the site and went to work. Excavated the site, spread and leveled 5 yards of 3/4? stone. The Reeds Ferry foreman complimented Cameron?s work. I have more work to do and Cam and his excavator can do the heavy lifting. Highly recommend Cameron."
Excavation Site
Driveway and yard grading
Driveway and yard grading
Driveway and yard grading
Driveway and yard grading

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Millis, 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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