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Affordable Handyman
5.0(
2
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Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a great experience with this handyman. Very affordable, professional, and reliable. He showed up on time, explained what needed to be done clearly, and finished the job quickly without cutting corners. The quality of work was excellent, especially for the price. It?s hard to find someone honest and skilled these days, but this is definitely someone I?d recommend and hire again."
Cutting board display
Built in bookcase
Built in bookcase
Shoe closet
Shoe closet

+1

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A&H Site Maintenance
5.0(
12
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Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This young man has the skills of a seasoned contractor. He is prompt, does great work, and is respectful and kind. I look forward to his doing more work for us in the future. Note: I called him for snow removal last winter. He was here in 10 minutes and took care of us on the busiest night for snow movers."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dirtwerx, LLC
4.9(
11
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Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys from Dirt Werx were excellent! They could not have been more helpful from start to finish and the quality of their work on our new home site was second to none! I would highly recommend them to anyone without a doubt! 5 stars all the way!"
Our Truck
Skid steer snow pusher
JCB Excavator & Track Loader
JCB Being loaded after snow removal
Snow Plowing & Removal

+29

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
scotts property services
4.5(
52
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Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My Sister & Brother in law just bought a house in the Bethlehem area. They left NJ because of very steep and quick rising taxes there among other issues. They needed a fence quickly because they have been rescuing Grey Hound dogs for decades from the abuse of the Dog Racing Owners and the Dogs need to run at least twice a day. So I set up estimates for the fencing which had to come first. One Nationally known company didn't even show up for the estimate and several other well known National Companies where so expensive they nearly doubled the inflation calculations on fencing I did for my Sister. Scott's Property Services were clearly the exception. They gave a great price and did an excellent job to better specifications than the Big companies said they would provide for much more money. From the depth of cement grounding of the Fence posts to the gauge of the chain link. An absolutely top notch job that was finished in a few days for a lower price by far of anyone around. My Sister and her Husband were extremely pleased with Scott's Property Services quality and work ethic. I've lived in PA for 20 years and my Sister & her husband got to see the kind of people and craftsmanship in Pennsylvania that I've been mentioning for years. If you need Property work or Home Improvement you would be cheating yourself if you didn't call Scott's Company in for a quote on the work you want done on your property. Thank you, Sam White"
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Gilroy Northeast, Inc.
4.3(
54
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Serving Pen Argyl, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"After many months of trying to hire a contractor to repair my sinking front steps,I finally gave up-frustrated with the no call backs,no show ups.One contractor said I could do it myself by hiring heavy equipment,order the fill and compact it myself!.I finally called Home Advisor and was promptly sent to Gilroy Northeast.John Gilroy came the next day,gave me a realistic plan for the repair and a schedule date to start.The job was completed in a timely manner by a professional,competent team to my complete satisfaction. Thank you,John Gilroy!! Susan H,Tobyhanna Pa"
 NEW TECHO BLOC PATIO
Retaining Wall
Outdoor Fire Pit and Patio Concept
NEW BEAUTIFUL PATIO
Patio

+20

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Pen Argyl, PA

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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