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McLean Earthworx LLC
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Serving Omaha, NE and surrounding areas

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My name is Terron McLean. I am the owner of McLean Earthworx LLC.\n\nI'm a new business owner stepping into the heavy equipment industry with 10 years of heavy equipment hands-on experience.\n\n8 of those years I additionally served, and continue to serve, in the US Air Force as a heavy equipment operator.\n\nWhile I know I still have a lot to learn and don’t have all the answers, I'm passionate about my work and committed to providing the best service possible. I truly value the support and understanding of my clients, as it helps me grow both personally and professionally.\n\nI'm open to taking on new challenges and trying out fresh ideas to meet your needs. Together, we can navigate the way forward, and I'm excited to build lasting relationships while delivering quality results.

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MWC Construction
4.1(
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Serving Omaha, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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"Called MWC multiple times and left multiple messages with no response whatsoever. I even explained that I understood if they didn’t have the capability of performing my work, seeing as I know they might be busy, but still absolutely zero response. I can’t speak to their workmanship, but this alone makes me doubt their ability."
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Midwest Drill Seeding, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Omaha, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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At Midwest Drill Seeding we offer commercial and acreage custom grass seeding, temporary seeding, forage, and wildflower seeding. Our equipment is designed to handle tasks over 1 acre or 43,560sqft. We drill turf grass, pasture grasses, forages, and wildflowers. Our equipment can effectively over seed existing growth or bare ground. We can also apply the proper fertilizer to fit your needs. Our seeding tractor is equipped with John Deere GPS to ensure the proper coverage of your project. With lifetimes of experience in agriculture we can do the job right the first time. \nWe utilize our two tracked skid steers as well as our tractor to do grading, disking, and mowing if the project requires it.\nWe do pasture/land clearing and have equipment capable of removing up to 14" diameter trees as well as smaller brush. We utilize two tracked skid loaders, a tree shear, high flow shredder and a grapple to pile your brush. If needed we also offer controlled burns as well as pile burns.

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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Omaha, NE

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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