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Avatar for GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC
GMC Landscape and Cleaning Services, LLC
4.8(
81
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Serving Newburgh, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired GMC to install a retaining wall and stone walkway. The job was completed on time and the attention to detail was excellent. I would certainly recommend them and hire them again in the future."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C2G Environmental Consultants LLC
5.0(
20
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Serving Newburgh, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Two man crew. On-time. Assessed area, brought in back hoe, very organized, dug hole, and removed tank. Removed all hose lines in the house where connections were. Filled in holes, cleared area, very professional and through. We purchased top soil and reseeded lawn after C2G left."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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At Ease Excavation
5.0(
13
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Serving Newburgh, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The most professional team. They are veteran's and they listen to your needs and take care of the problem . Great work Great work,"
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Excavating Project
Small residential land clearing
Excavating Project

+11

Response time6 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
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Lilco Construction Inc
5.0(
5
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Serving Newburgh, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lilco has done numerous jobs here to our Satisfaction. Owner is honest, knowledgeable about various home construction projects and easy to work with. Bring your own vision or let him help you bring a general goal/vision to life. He’s been able to help me troubleshoot with success."
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jaguar Paving Corp.
4.4(
7
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Serving Newburgh, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He was polite and business-orientated. He is highly professional, shows up on time, and accomplishes all tasks as promised. The paving was done neatly and I was totally satisfied with the work done"
New Asphalt Driveway with a new Edge (Belgian Blocks)
New Asphalt Driveway
New Asphalt Driveway
New Asphalt Driveway
Patio Pavers

+22

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Frog Hollow Development
5.0(
3
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Serving Newburgh, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Frog Hollow Development offers all excavation services, from the foundation to the final grade. We provide unmatched customer service and outstanding quality. We serve Dutchess County, New York, and the surrounding area. We are fully insured. We take great pride in our experience and expertise stretching over three decades that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. From digging a foundation to installing a septic system, we are the ideal contractor to address your practical and exterior property improvement needs.\n

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. Rooter of Poughkeepsie
4.6(
10
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Serving Newburgh, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Their technician was friendly and knowledgeable (plus our dog loved him!). He explained everything he was doing and finding clearly and cleaned up after himself."
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Newburgh, NY

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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