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Avatar for Atlas Excavation & Land Management
Atlas Excavation & Land Management
5.0(
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Serving Apex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Exceeded our expectations on a driveway project, and backyard clearing. Professional, timely, reasonable with quality work. Highly recommend! Thank you Ron, see you in the spring for our next project."
Response time5 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Clearly Leveled Up LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Apex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Clearly Leveled Up was great. They arrived on time and started working right away. The workers, Mike and BJ were very professional. They were courteous and very easy to converse with. They did exactly what we asked for and we love it !!! Wish we could have sent the photos of the work but the system keeps telling us the file was too large."
pond
pond
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pond

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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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2D Professionals, LLC
4.8(
66
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Serving Apex, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David and Terry were both amazing to work with but words cannot describe the dedication and work ethic of their team. The most hard working detail oriented staff imaginable. We were over the moon with the process and the result. If you are considering a project do not hesitate to put your trust in this company. They were communicative and present before, during and after every step of the process to make sure we were happy. I would give 10 stars if I could. "
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+139

Response time9 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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PBH CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
5
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Serving Apex, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They gave me a layout on there last jobs and really helped me see the work done and what other stuff I needed done. They were also the best company I’ve hired by far."
Demolition
Demolition
Demolition
Demolition
Remodeling

+2

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Overbay Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Apex, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matt was exceptional regarding our project . I found him to knowledgeable, understanding and creative in his approach. He always made time for our concerns and helped us with solutions. My neighbors even commented on what good job he was doing .. I highly recommend Matt."
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+27

Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Allison's Welding
5.0(
11
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Serving Apex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Allison s Welding is awesome - quality work and delightful to work with. Our rails are perfect and Josh and his team are courteous and punctual. Our house is almost one hundred years old and they matched our original railings so that they fit right in. We highly recommend them."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bodine Investment
5.0(
5
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Serving Apex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had a great experience with Bodine Investment. The team was professional, and very efficient. They handled all of my belongings with care and made the entire moving process smooth and stress-free. Their customer service was excellent. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and trustworthy movers."
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Buffalo Creek Land Management
5.0(
5
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Serving Apex, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

At Buffalo Creek Land Management L.L.C., we specialize in reliable, high-quality land services across Hoke County and surrounding areas. Our team provides expert land clearing, forestry mulching, grading, and brush removal, demo and excavation for homeowners, farmers, and developers.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Apex, NC

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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