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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

"Josh is very polite, professional, has great follow through, and was on site exactly when he said he would. He cleared an acre of thick brush that was riddled with trees perfectly and quickly. I highly recommend his company."
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Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Battlefield Builder
4.2(
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I phoned the contractor that was listed on the Angie site. I got a response immediately and made an appointment for the next day. Jeff from Battlefield builders came and gave me a quote, which I accepted the work was started and completed very quickly and very professionally. Thanks for your help."
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
Top Notch Logging, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Painesville, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Top notch land and lot clearing did a great job clearing my lots. They were very prompt in reaching out when I did an online inquiry. They had someone out to do an estimate the next day. I was able to book the job and they had equipment out with in the next two days to do the job. They were very reasonable with pricing that I was actually surprised. The two gentlemen that came out and did the work were very professional and seemed very experienced. I would recommend them to anyone."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Jamars landscaping
5.0(
4
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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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