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Hepp Landscaping
4.9(
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fast response time. Exceptional completion of a difficult and labor intensive job. Professional. Would definitely use them again if the opportunity would arise."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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JDS Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Justin and his entire team were awesome to work with. He was very attentive to every detail of the project. He cares about the level of work he and his team give to the client to ensure it comes out right and for a very fair price. He is easy to get in touch with and we are very pleased with this experience. We plan to use this company for future projects we have in mind!"
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JDS Services LLC
4.7(
25
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Justin was very knowledgeable and reliable.Completed my excavation and went above and beyond my project I highly recommend JTS Services"
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+6

Response time1 day
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Fazio Excavating LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It went perfectly and smooth. Everything was done safely and on time, Im excited to see how our landscape transformed after removing the work fazio excavating performed."
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Response time5 days
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Torre Acres, LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Needed to get a water line dug, reached out on a Sunday afternoon and they called back right away and was on-site the next day. Would highly recommend!"
Response time2 days
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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NTK Excavation LLC
5.0(
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The pro went above and beyond he even made a trip to butler to pick up a new pump and stayed after dark to install the pump and made sure it was working. The tempature wind chill was below zero I could not thank him enough I would highly recomend them. "
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FAQs for building site preparation and clearing projects in Pittsburgh, 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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