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E & Z EXCAVATION LLC
5.0(
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Serving Northwood, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired EZ excavation for site, prep work and sewer line installation. ERIC was prompt and professional with reasonable prices. Everything went great. I would recommend him for any project."
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+8

Response time7 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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NH Projects LLC
5.0(
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Serving Northwood, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Lenny and Nick exceeded all expectations - building a theatre in my basement. The attention to detail, knowledge and professionalism are all second-to-none with these guys. I would highly recommend NH projects to anyone looking for high quality work at a fair price."
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+8

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Corriveau Construction Company
5.0(
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Serving Northwood, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"This is the best construction pro I had in my life. If there is anyone's looking for the best construction crew this company is the best. I've never had anyone in my life as good as Corriveau construction company. They went beyond and above what I expected."
Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Gagnons Excavating, LLC
4.8(
4
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Serving Northwood, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Roland was very professional and worked hard! We wish we had found him sooner. We had a couple other companies â tryâ and do the work to only say the work could not be done. Roland came and not only did the work but did a great job! We would highly recommend him. Heâ s professional, hard working and very fair with pricing! Will definitely use him again for future jobs."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Tobey Earth Materials & Excavation
5.0(
1
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Serving Northwood, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Tobey Earth Materials & Excavation is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ZRC Enterprise LLC
New to Angi

Serving Northwood, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's custom 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.

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Garland Trucking And Property Maintenance
New to Angi

Serving Northwood, NH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Easy going property care and maintenance company \nFast responding \nHonest work and communication \nSpring and fall clean ups \nResidential material hauling\nDemo\nLawn care \nLandscaping\nAnd a lot more!\nWe work for you!\n

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J Stefan Contracting
4.6(
58
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Serving Northwood, NH and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and courteous until I contacted them about problems with the work. I was supposed to have 2-1/2 of compacted asphalt when complete. Less that a year later I have weeds popping up through the pavement and its clear the pavement was less than an inch thick."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Northwood, NH

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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