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Building site preparation and clearing pros in Oneonta

Kemp Land Management
387 Quail Run
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Kemp Land Management
387 Quail Run
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Any project big to small, we have the right equipment and operators to get your job done right. We specialize in Land clearing , site preparation, road building and we love pond projects. Please contact us and let us help with all your Land management projects.

"Excellent company. Very professional and through. Helped with water run off issues as well."

Angie R on March 2022

Any project big to small, we have the right equipment and operators to get your job done right. We specialize in Land clearing , site preparation, road building and we love pond projects. Please contact us and let us help with all your Land management projects.

"Excellent company. Very professional and through. Helped with water run off issues as well."

Angie R on March 2022


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Alabama Brush Cutting, LLC
1505 Warnke Rd NW
4.88(
4
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Approved Pro
Alabama Brush Cutting, LLC
1505 Warnke Rd NW
4.88(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of excavation services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! We do brush cutting for all types of company's and home owners. You name it we can do it. Please let me know how we can assist you.

"Price was reasonable. Kip met all my expections. He did a quality job and was very nice and easy to work with."

Joyce S on February 2022

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of excavation services that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! We do brush cutting for all types of company's and home owners. You name it we can do it. Please let me know how we can assist you.

"Price was reasonable. Kip met all my expections. He did a quality job and was very nice and easy to work with."

Joyce S on February 2022


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Stevens and Company
642 County Road 842
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Stevens and Company
642 County Road 842
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Stevens & Company 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. The trades we specialize in are traditional land clearing and excavation. We also offer the more environmentally friendly style of land clearing as well which is forestry mulching. We have both large and small machines for any size land clearing or excavating project.

"Quality work at a fair price. When you give them a job to do they show up and get it done!"

Paul S on February 2023

Stevens & Company 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. The trades we specialize in are traditional land clearing and excavation. We also offer the more environmentally friendly style of land clearing as well which is forestry mulching. We have both large and small machines for any size land clearing or excavating project.

"Quality work at a fair price. When you give them a job to do they show up and get it done!"

Paul S on February 2023


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JD Johnson Construction, LLC
1329 Jolley Drive
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
JD Johnson Construction, LLC
1329 Jolley Drive
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
40 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

A general excavation company that has been in business for 30+ years, offering residential and commercial septic and excavation to Sand Mountain and surrounding area.

A general excavation company that has been in business for 30+ years, offering residential and commercial septic and excavation to Sand Mountain and surrounding area.


Newcombs Dirt Works
331 NEWCOMB DR
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Newcombs Dirt Works
331 NEWCOMB DR
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Mon-Fri 8a-5pm We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very dependable and does excellent work. We will continue to use NEWCOMBà ¢à  à  S Dirtworks for any future projects we have."

Mandy H on October 2023

Mon-Fri 8a-5pm We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Very dependable and does excellent work. We will continue to use NEWCOMBà ¢à  à  S Dirtworks for any future projects we have."

Mandy H on October 2023


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Precision Dirt Removal
1695 US Hwy 431
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Precision Dirt Removal
1695 US Hwy 431
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. With more than 10 years experience, you can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. With more than 10 years experience, you can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!


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Cahaba Services, LLC
3409 Crossings Glen
4.90(
170
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Approved Pro
Cahaba Services, LLC
3409 Crossings Glen
4.90(
170
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 local quotes requested

With over 15 years experience the Tree Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"the job was performed just as I asked."

Floyd H on June 2024

With over 15 years experience the Tree Service, Cahaba Services, LLC, is your industry expert! We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a locally owned and operated business, you can trust that we'll treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today and we look forward to working with you soon!

"the job was performed just as I asked."

Floyd H on June 2024


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R & R Outdoor Services
101 Barrett Rd.
4.98(
25
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Approved Pro
R & R Outdoor Services
101 Barrett Rd.
4.98(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

R & R Outdoor Services is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"I recently had my deck stairs rebuilt and couldn't be happier with the results. This team did an excellent job—everything looks great and feels solid. They were also incredibly personable and easy to work with, which made the whole experience even better. What really stood out was that they went above and beyond, doing a little extra work at no additional cost. On top of that, their pricing was the best I found. I truly enjoyed having them work on my home and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality work at a fair price."

Cathy G on May 2025

R & R Outdoor Services is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"I recently had my deck stairs rebuilt and couldn't be happier with the results. This team did an excellent job—everything looks great and feels solid. They were also incredibly personable and easy to work with, which made the whole experience even better. What really stood out was that they went above and beyond, doing a little extra work at no additional cost. On top of that, their pricing was the best I found. I truly enjoyed having them work on my home and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality work at a fair price."

Cathy G on May 2025


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Lynch Land Service, LLC
342 Trace Ridge Rd
4.94(
9
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Approved Pro
Lynch Land Service, LLC
342 Trace Ridge Rd
4.94(
9
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
33 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Lynch Land Service, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of 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.

"Tyler did a great job of removing 2 large oak trees from my home and saving me a ton of trouble. He did it fast and very convenient. Would hire again."

cole b on November 2024

Lynch Land Service, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of 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.

"Tyler did a great job of removing 2 large oak trees from my home and saving me a ton of trouble. He did it fast and very convenient. Would hire again."

cole b on November 2024


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Reed Construction
125 A Four St
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Reed Construction
125 A Four St
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
14 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Reed Construction 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

"Excellent work. "

Kevin K on March 2025

Reed Construction 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

"Excellent work. "

Kevin K on March 2025

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Building site preparation and clearings FAQs

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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