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Avatar for Tricamo Excavating & Land Clearing, LLC
Tricamo Excavating & Land Clearing, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Josh to put in an 800 foot long driveway through deep mud and a marshy area. It took a little over a week because it was a big job. My wife and I are very happy with Joshs work and his price and hope to hire him again in a few months to put in a pond."
Boulder Removal
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+16

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Battlefield Builder
4.6(
27
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very quick and easy to work with. In constant communication with any questions or revisions I had. I told them what I needed, they completed it very quickly and nicely done. I am very satisfied with their results. "
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Battlefield Builder
4.5(
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very quick and easy to work with. In constant communication with any questions or revisions I had. I told them what I needed, they completed it very quickly and nicely done. I am very satisfied with their results. "
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Floor & Tub Surround
Floor & Tub Surround
Floor & Tub Surround

+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Bluewater Construction Group
4.8(
5
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

"The work ( grading of the back yard) was done very promptly and looks great. I would hire blue water again"
Surround Patio
Retaining Wall
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Painesville, OH

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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