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Avatar for M.C. Cutting Edge Site Prep & Forestry
M.C. Cutting Edge Site Prep & Forestry
5.0(
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Serving Old Town, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys came out clean, trimmed They came out and fixed my decrepit lawn, very happy with the service their work ethic and their responsiveness, professionalism will definitely bring them back. Any projects I highly recommend."
Q1 Work completed
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Maple next to a house
Maple next to a house

+3

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Jim Digs, LLC
Jim Digs, LLC
4.9(
5
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Serving Old Town, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Couldn't ask for a more courteous you man. Did some work on my farm in Morriston, Florida; he went above and beyond. I would definitely recommend him to anyone and everyone. Fantastic job"
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing
Land clearing

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Shepard & Sons, LLC
Shepard & Sons, LLC
4.9(
74
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Serving Old Town, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had Shepard and sons come out and clear about a half acre they were their ontime got the jib done in a reasonable time and very professional would definitely use them again"
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Old Town, FL

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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