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Tricamo Excavating & Land Clearing, LLC
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had been trying for 6 months to get someone to work on my front steps. Only two contractors out of about 10 even bothered to get back to me. The first one said they would do it in two weeks which turned into 3 months. I got tired of waiting so I went with the second contractor, Tricamo Excavating & Land Clearing, LLC. Josh Tricamo called me right away to got me an estimate in a few days. A couple of weeks later, as he had to wait for my partial payment to purchase the sandstone required, the job was finished. It was done right and I am very happy with the result and price. I would recommend him to anyone. Thanks Josh!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%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. "
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Jamars landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"One of the most driven young men Iâ ve come across. I hired him to remove an old 12x20 shed and he was in and out before i arrived home from work. Within the following weeks be returned to lay stone around my home and build a fire pit where the shed used to be. When it comes to landscaping or machine work, heâ s the guy to call."
Response time2 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Emerald Turf Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping and tree service. We are committed quality work and outstanding results. We look forward to working with you! \n

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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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