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Next Gen Earthworks

677 W County Road 975S
5.00(
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Approved Pro

Next Gen Earthworks

677 W County Road 975S
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

Next Gen offers driveway maintenance and repair. Brush and tree clearing. Utility hook up and repair. Site preparation and demolition. Although the Next Gen name is fairly new. We are not new to the excavating scene. We branched off from another family owned and We pride ourselves in being family owned and operated. Ensuring the customer gets quality work.

"Showed up early to start on time. Did a professional job at an affordable price!"

Preston M on June 2024

Next Gen offers driveway maintenance and repair. Brush and tree clearing. Utility hook up and repair. Site preparation and demolition. Although the Next Gen name is fairly new. We are not new to the excavating scene. We branched off from another family owned and We pride ourselves in being family owned and operated. Ensuring the customer gets quality work.

"Showed up early to start on time. Did a professional job at an affordable price!"

Preston M on June 2024


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BLK Services

301 East Penn Street
5.00(
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BLK Services

301 East Penn Street
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

With our 20 years of experience, 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. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very responsive and dedicated to work. Gave them two works back to back and they're always ready to accept it. Never turned back."

Mark H on December 2023

With our 20 years of experience, 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. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very responsive and dedicated to work. Gave them two works back to back and they're always ready to accept it. Never turned back."

Mark H on December 2023


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Alchemy Excavation

3941 South Owensburg Road
5.00(
6
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Alchemy Excavation

3941 South Owensburg Road
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
13 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

At Alchemy Excavation, we pride ourselves on service, quality and expertise. Led by a certified Professional Engineer with over 20 years of experience we provide services with professionalism and care helping you avoid any pitfalls with your project. Whether site prep, grading, drainage solutions, or demolition, we’re committed to getting the job done right. We also rent skid steers, mini excavators, brush cutters and dump trailers. Let us transform your land with our skilled team and top-notch service! Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Alchemy Excavation installed a French drain and extended a previously installed drain for us. I couldn't recommend them enough, they were courteous and very professional. We look forward to having them out again."

Sydney W on September 2025

At Alchemy Excavation, we pride ourselves on service, quality and expertise. Led by a certified Professional Engineer with over 20 years of experience we provide services with professionalism and care helping you avoid any pitfalls with your project. Whether site prep, grading, drainage solutions, or demolition, we’re committed to getting the job done right. We also rent skid steers, mini excavators, brush cutters and dump trailers. Let us transform your land with our skilled team and top-notch service! Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

"Alchemy Excavation installed a French drain and extended a previously installed drain for us. I couldn't recommend them enough, they were courteous and very professional. We look forward to having them out again."

Sydney W on September 2025


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B&H Contracting LLC

11148 East 700 South
5.00(
1
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B&H Contracting LLC

11148 East 700 South
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
51 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We specialize in general construction, interior and exterior remodeling, as well as concrete. We are a team of 2 that get the job done right and in a timely manner. We know materials are expensive which is why we are fair on price to not kill the bank.

"Did very clean and quick work made everything they did look easy "

Austyn H on July 2025

We specialize in general construction, interior and exterior remodeling, as well as concrete. We are a team of 2 that get the job done right and in a timely manner. We know materials are expensive which is why we are fair on price to not kill the bank.

"Did very clean and quick work made everything they did look easy "

Austyn H on July 2025


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LandCore LLC

3113 North County Road 100 West
5.00(
4
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LandCore LLC

3113 North County Road 100 West
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
27 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. LandCore LLC strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.

"they hauled and spread gravel for my drive. They were quick and very personal!"

Tammy R on March 2025

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. LandCore LLC strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.

"they hauled and spread gravel for my drive. They were quick and very personal!"

Tammy R on March 2025


Williams Excavating and Hydroseeding

8245 N 200 W
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Williams Excavating and Hydroseeding

8245 N 200 W
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3 years of experience

Specialize in septics, drainage issues, pipe work, water services/ mains, concrete, driveways, retaining walls, and carpentry work.

Specialize in septics, drainage issues, pipe work, water services/ mains, concrete, driveways, retaining walls, and carpentry work.


K V LAND IMPROVEMENTS INC

1316 15TH ST SE
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K V LAND IMPROVEMENTS INC

1316 15TH ST SE
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34 years of experience

2-6 employees, pay due upon completion of work;call for any specials

2-6 employees, pay due upon completion of work;call for any specials


Markt Nay Excavating and Dozing LLC

2973 N 1250 W
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Markt Nay Excavating and Dozing LLC

2973 N 1250 W
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Mainstream Works

490 S. County Road 660 W
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Mainstream Works

490 S. County Road 660 W
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14 years of experience

Mainstream Works will work as an independent contractor for all services performed. With over 30 years of experience in home building, remodeling, landscaping, and construction, Mainstream Works guarantees a successful project.

Mainstream Works will work as an independent contractor for all services performed. With over 30 years of experience in home building, remodeling, landscaping, and construction, Mainstream Works guarantees a successful project.


David Fisher Excavating

3099 N. Pierce Dr.
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David Fisher Excavating

3099 N. Pierce Dr.
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Free onsite estimate

Providing Quality Solutions for 30+ Years! Specializing in Backhoe Services, Bush-hogging, Back-Filling, Yard Grading, and Gravel Driveway Grading.

Providing Quality Solutions for 30+ Years! Specializing in Backhoe Services, Bush-hogging, Back-Filling, Yard Grading, and Gravel Driveway Grading.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Montgomery, IN

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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