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C & A Construction
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Serving Morgantown, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Customers say: Quick response

"We needed it done quickly. Brock drove from Buckannon area to Bridgeport area on a Saturday morning. He drove his excavator 2/10the of a mile up a narrow drive that was solid ice. He got the job done, site cleaned up and his price was very reasonable. I would recommend him without hesitation. Integrity and responsive to our needs. Good outfit."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Raven Excavation Services
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Serving Morgantown, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"James, owner of Raven Excavation Services, was exceptional. I hired him for lawn, shrub, and weed work for my parents’ house. He called me on a Sunday to set up a visit for the next day, and soon after the visit he sent an estimate. He is honest, caring, knowledgeable, hard working, and genuine. I felt that he truly cared about the well being of my parents and not just their house. His fee was very reasonable, and he went out of his way to find appropriate deer netting for a tree. I was impressed with how he runs his business, and he seemed to be a One Man Show. Amazing! I would hire him again and recommend him to anyone. A++"
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Morgantown, WV

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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