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Avatar for Schneider Land Development, LLC
Schneider Land Development, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kaleb was great to work with, he did a great job, the cost was reasonable and he was super responsive. He helped me understand all that went into the project and got it done quickly."
Mulching
Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dumpster Dog
5.0(
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Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They arrived on time and were superbly professional and fast. They did exactly what they said and did it very quickly!!"
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
Junk Removal

+16

Response time10 hrs
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Bankard Services
5.0(
6
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Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Maintenance professional with 20+ years of experience in mechanical systems, troubleshooting, and repair. I specialize in home repairs, fixture installs, drywall patching, and custom solutions—including welding and light fabrication. I take pride in clean, reliable work and showing up on time.\n\nI’m especially good at solving problems other contractors can’t or won’t take on. Whether it’s a small repair or a list of projects, I focus on getting it done right the first time. No sewer or major plumbing work.

Metal Fabrication
Metal Fabrication
Metal Fabrication
Metal Fabrication
Metal Fabrication

+10

23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Landers Ranch Services
5.0(
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Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

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Customers say: Quick response

At Landers Ranch Services, we are a reputable excavation company located in Grimes County, TX. Serving the surrounding areas, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch services to meet all our clients' excavation needs. With our skilled team and state-of-the-art equipment, we ensure efficient and reliable results for every project.

Bulkhead
Bulkhead
Bulkhead
Land clearing
Land clearing

+10

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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All in Hauling
4.8(
8
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Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called them to set up an initial meeting time and they told me they would get back to me later that day to arrange the day and time. They called me back as promised and we met up the next day as scheduled. Perry was already on site before I had gotten there. We walked through the project and agreed on the price. He came out the next day and got everything cleaned up that day as promised. Fantastic job, would use them again in a heartbeat."
Porter job
Ruiz job
Ruiz job
Ashley job
Ashley job

+1

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Notch Grading
5.0(
5
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Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Top Notch Grading kept me informed about the time of arrival. I Was not disappointed. Top Notch Grading add grass to my lawn, installed a French drain and cut down section of the lawn. They worked consistently and finished when they said they would. I could not have ask for better customer service."
Retaining walls
Mulching under brush
Mulching under brush
Mulching under brush
Mulching under brush

+5

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Compean Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Palestine, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Skid Steer Operator for Hire – Site Prep & Dirt Work\n\nNeed dirt moved or land cleared? \nProfessional skid steer services available with an experienced operator. From small cleanups to full site prep, no shortcuts—just solid work.\n\nBrush clearing, grading, driveways, pads, trenching, and more. Residential and commercial jobs welcome. Serving North Texas.\n

Finished Grading
Finished Grading
Finished Grading
Cedar Hill Project
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Palestine, TX

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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